The Medieval Castle That Saw The Murder Of The King Of England | American Viscountess | Real Royalty

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Published 2023-12-22

This time on American Viscountess, Julie visits the magnificent Berkeley Castle in Gloucestershire. It’s everything you want a medieval castle to be - a fortress, with the keep, the oldest surviving part of the castle, at its heart. Berkeley Castle has been home to the same family for nearly 900 years – and within its walls, a King of England was imprisoned and murdered in 1327. Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke, will will be delving into the archives, meeting the Berkeley family and exploring the restoration and redevelopment projects out on the Berkeley estate.

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All Comments (21)

@cynthiaalver 5 months ago

Give me a table, a comfortable chair and leave me alone in the archives and I'll see you next Spring. The history! ❤
@johnreynolds3801 5 months ago

The Castle remains "alive". How very wonderful.
@ClaireL77777 5 months ago

Thank you lovely American lady for embracing and appreciating our history and values. We welcome you with open arms. Thank you 🙏
@bambambillybears8170 4 months ago

Just imagine having those letters in your HOME!!! Where you lived and played as a child!!! I would have taken a desk and sat there for days reading all of those old correspondence from back then!!! Imagine reading a letter from Queen Elizabeth the First OMG I would be in my glory!!!!
@jeanbridgman7513 2 months ago

You have an American here who would love to bring all her cats and move to the UK country side. My grandfather actually immigrated from Scotland. We heard so many wonderful stories. I'm 79, but perhaps a visit still is worth dreaming. For now I shall enjoy through you. God Bless. 🌹🇺🇸
@angelsinger4574 3 months ago

I’m really enjoying this! The Viscountess is so charming and affable. As someone who has studied the monarchy for many years, when I think of Berkeley Castle, I think mainly of Edward II. But this place has so much more history than the death of a king, and the urban legend that surrounds it. There’s also more Tudor history than I expected. I’d love to see more like this!
@nancyrolfe3033 2 months ago

I just had to leave a comment (I normally don’t)…. I could actually FEEL the emotions as he described what it was like growing up with his brother in the castle..”jumping out when visitors were going through “ and “his mother ringing the bell for lunch “ and 2 young children running after playing “soldiers” on the roof…. Magical! Absolutely magical!! I’m still smiling thinking about these little boys having a blast playing ❤️. Just didn’t expect to connect on such an emotional level when watching. Thank you for making my day a little brighter. I’m so grateful I watched as having my coffee as I’ll think of them throughout my day and my heart will be happy 💕
@germainepaul1903 5 months ago

A fairy tale story in the sorts, wow incredible history. Thank you Viscountess Julie for taking us on this wonderful tour and getting to meet the lovely Mrs Berkeley.
@kimcarlisle1510 5 months ago

As an American, history love both US and UK, it is so refreshing to see how much you love and care for your adopted country. I love the enthusiasm you have — the American in you shines through — you can take the girl out of the US but you can’t take the US out of the girl. 😅This was a fantastic episode. Such a treasure. Happy holidays from Alexandria, VA.
@cynthiaalver 5 months ago

Julie I just love the history of these houses! Thank you so much for these wonderful tours and letting us meet so many interesting people.
@vicnurse5 5 months ago

Breathtaking....as an ex Archival librarian the part with the manuscripts blew me away, and the general history of the castle is amazing, being an Aussie, in a young country (as in we don't and never have had royalty) I just love your video's and the things you show us. How I would love to be able to see the hidden parts of these beautiful places.
@juliewilson7021 8 days ago

I love your work, Julie ~ I'm enjoying every video you and your team put up. You are an exceptional moderator of these visits - your questions and insights are spot-on. Thank you for all of your efforts!
@deborahbinger3339 5 months ago

Love the history of this beautiful castle! Thank you so much for sharing. King Edward II is my 23rd great-grandfather.
@raygay3375 5 months ago

This is a very interesting and thorough look at the castle. Thanks for sharing this with those of us who may never have the opportunity to visit in person. ❤
@jodysmith7121 1 month ago

Southeastern american woman here and I do say, I have always loved english history. Marvelous
@BarbaraJV1 3 months ago

This is incredible! I have to visit this place and soon. My dream was Hever Castle which I did 2 years ago, now this is absolutely on this list. What a fab video. Thank you Julie xxx
@eppyz 1 month ago

These Films are Fabulous. Really enjoying the history of these beautiful historic places. As an American, I love learning about the old country. Just love it👍 Keep up the good work!!
@suek7086 5 months ago

This one is what I’ve always imagined.
@janetjohnson373 4 months ago

Wow that was just lovely. What a nice family. That was a beautiful castle and grounds. Thank you for sharing.
@sue-ellenchalmers8669 3 months ago

This has been the best video so far. What a castle. Extraordinary. Thank you Julie and Charles. Everyone is so enthusiastic. It is wonderful to see. I wish everyone at the castle the very best.