Astley Castle

Astley Castle 2013 RIBA Stirling Prize winner. Astley Castle was rescued from dereliction by the Landmark Trust, a building preservation charity, in 2012.

Groundbreaking modern accommodation has been inserted within the ruined walls of this ancient moated site to combine the thrill of modern architecture with the atmosphere of an ancient place. An architectural competition was held, the brief accepting that some parts of the Castle were now beyond restoration, but which sought to create good modern accommodation within the ancient ruins. The winnin

g scheme, by architects Witherford Watson Mann created a bold and original scheme blending old and new in order to save and protect the ancient castle. Astley Castle has been given new life as self catering holiday accommodation for up to 8 people. The money raised from bookings goes into the ongoing maintenance of the castle.

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