Portchester Castle

Today, we decided to make the most of our English Heritage membership with a trip to Portchester Castle. The site is remarkably well-preserved and has a fascinating history. Originally built as a Roman defensive fort to repel Saxon invaders, it later served as a castle, a prison, and even a staging ground for military campaigns against France.

We took the train to Portchester, enjoying the convenience of the journey, and then walked to the castle. After exploring the grounds and soaking in the historical atmosphere, we found ourselves with some extra time before heading home. We discovered a charming little pub nearby and treated ourselves to half a pint of Tiramisu beer—a sweet and unexpected way to end the day.Weiterlesen