Defence Collection (page 3)

Piel Castle J050116
PIEL CASTLE, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. Aerial view reconstruction drawing by David Simon of the castle in the early 14th century

Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia
DH-3160 Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia Moloch horridus Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Housesteads Roman Fort and surrounding countryside N061001
HADRIANs WALL: HOUSESTEADS FORT, Northumberland. Aerial view of the fort with the wall heading off into the distance. hadrian

Dover Castle south staircase J870615
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Interior view of the South staircase

Portchester Castle N071245
PORTCHESTER CASTLE, Hampshire. Viewed from across the estuary at dusk

Totnes Castle J940484
TOTNES CASTLE, Devon. Reconstruction drawing by Alan Sorrell of the castle as it might have appeared in the 14th century

Restormel Castle J940473
RESTORMEL CASTLE, Cornwall. Reconstruction drawing by Alan Sorrell showing the courtyard, gatehouse and steps up to the wall walk, as they may have appeared c.1300

Dunstanburgh Castle N071212
DUNSTANBURGH CASTLE, Northumberland. View of the castle across bouldered beach with overcast sky

Maiden Castle K940060
MAIDEN CASTLE, Dorset. Aerial view

Dover Castle engraving N070808
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. The North View of Dover Castle in the County of Kent by Samuel and Nathaniel Buck, 1735

Cliffords Tower J920592
CLIFFORDs TOWER, YORK CASTLE, North Yorkshire. Reconstruction drawing of the tower and curtain walls c. 1200 by Terry Ball (English Heritage Graphics Team). clifford

Pendennis Castle engraving N070777
PENDENNIS CASTLE, Falmouth, Cornwall. North east view of Pendennis Castle in the county of Cornwall by Samuel and Nathaniel Buck 1734

Middleham Castle K900428
MIDDLEHAM CASTLE, North Yorkshire. General view of the castle from the South West

Hedgehog
ME-141 HEDGEHOG - Rolled up in a ball Erinaceus europaeus Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Beach Weathered groynes at Winchelsea Beach, East Sussex, UK
DAD-848 Beach - Weathered groynes at Winchelsea Beach East Sussex, UK. David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

USA - Charlevoix Lighthouse and beach at sunset
CLA-198 USA - Charlevoix Lighthouse and beach at sunset Lake Michigan, Michigan, USA. Mary Clay Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

St Mawes Castle N070912
ST MAWES CASTLE, Cornwall. View from the sea looking towards the castle

Old Sarum N070651
OLD SARUM, Wiltshire. Aerial view

Cliffords Tower K980216
CLIFFORDs TOWER, York, North Yorkshire. View of the tower and the entrance steps showing the mound covered in daffodils during Spring. clifford

Dover Castle Wartime Tunnels J950001
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Hellfire Corner. The reconstructed Second World War telephone and telex exchange in the Secret Wartime Tunnels

Hadrians Wall J910099
HADRIANs WALL, Northumberland. View from Cuddys Crag looking east. hadrian

Kenilworth Castle J910072
KENILWORTH CASTLE, Warwickshire. 18/19th century copy of a fresco painting dated 1620, featuring Kenilworth Castle

Tintagel Castle J850370
TINTAGEL CASTLE, Cornwall. View of inner ward showing the North Gate & part of the Great Hall with sea beyond

Hadrians Wall N060721
HADRIANs WALL, Northumberland. Sycamore Gap near Steel Rigg view towards the wall. Used as a film set for Robin Hood Prince of Thieves. hadrian

Dartmouth Castle K021153
DARTMOUTH CASTLE, Devon. View from entrance to the Dart Estuary. Gun Tower 1481, north gun platform 1539-44, St. Petrox Church 1641

Scarborough Castle N060340
SCARBOROUGH CASTLE, North Yorkshire. The castle and headland overlooking the town and harbour with yachts at anchor

Richmond Castle J871500
RICHMOND CASTLE, North Yorkshire. View from the River Swale towards the castle and bridge

Dover Castle J840184
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Illuminated view of castle from the North West at night

Nunney Castle J020097
NUNNEY CASTLE, Somerset. View of 14th century, French style castle and moat

Pendennis Castle K970687
PENDENNIS CASTLE, Falmouth, Cornwall. The castle in late evening

Restormel Castle K010870
RESTORMEL CASTLE, Cornwall. View from the South West

Dover Castle J840187
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Interior view of the North staircase of Henry IIs keep, built late 12th century

Hadrians Wall N070327
HADRIANs WALL, Northumberland. View of an isolated tree along the line of the vallum, at sunset. hadrian

Hadrians Wall N070326
HADRIANs WALL, Northumberland. View of an isolated tree along the line of the vallum, at sunset. hadrian

Peveril Castle J980125
PEVERIL CASTLE, Derbyshire. Aerial view reconstruction drawing of the castle in the 14th century by Peter Urmston

Stokesay Castle J950140
STOKESAY CASTLE, Shropshire. A present day aerial reconstruction drawing by Terry Ball (English Heritage Graphics Team)

Kenilworth Castle K900477
KENILWORTH CASTLE, Warwickshire. The Castle from across the mere

Goodrich Castle N070081
GOODRICH CASTLE, Herefordshire. Aerial view

Dover Castle J840160
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. General view of the castle from the south west

Warkworth Castle K021163
WARKWORTH CASTLE, Northumberland. View from the footpath along the River Coquet

Bamburgh Castle K011670
BAMBURGH CASTLE, Northumberland. A view of the castle on the hill from the village of Bamburgh

Windsor Castle K011600
WINDSOR CASTLE, Berkshire. A misty sunrise view of the Round Tower, built 1170

Kenilworth Castle J900445
KENILWORTH CASTLE, Warwickshire. A view from the south with cattle / cows grazing in the foreground

Corfe Castle CC71_01184
CORFE CASTLE, Dorset. A view of the castle from the village. 1950

Housesteads Roman Fort J000113
HADRIANs WALL: HOUSESTEADS ROMAN FORT (VERCOVICIUM), Northumberland. A reconstruction drawing of the east gate (porta praetoria) by Philip Corke. hadrian

Cliffords Tower K980218
CLIFFORDs TOWER, York, North Yorkshire. View of the tower showing the mound covered in daffodils during Spring. clifford

Carlisle Castle K961061
CARLISLE CASTLE, Cumbria. Two cannons on the wall walk with the 12th century keep in the background

Framlingham Castle K030332
FRAMLINGHAM CASTLE, Suffolk. View looking east across the mere at sunrise with the castle seen through mist

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"Unyielding Defences: From Hadrian's Wall to Kenilworth Castle, the Art of Protection" Hadrian's Wall J940488: Standing tall for centuries, this ancient fortification symbolizes the strength and resilience of Roman defence. Deceiving the invader as to the state of the tide: Crafty tactics employed by coastal defenders throughout history, using nature itself as a weapon against would-be invaders. Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont - Battle of Waterloo: Witnessing fierce resistance within its walls, this historic chateau became an emblem of unwavering defence during one of Europe's most decisive battles. Portchester Castle K991184: A formidable stronghold overlooking Portsmouth Harbour, Portchester Castle has guarded England's shores for over nine centuries. Tower of London & Tower Bridge 21766_20: The iconic duo that has watched over London since medieval times – a testament to enduring protection and steadfast guardianship. Iron-age British Camp hill fort and the Malvern Hills in autumn, Great Malvern, Worcestershire: Nature intertwines with ancient defences in this breathtaking landscape where history meets beauty. Thames Barrier on River Thames and Canary Wharf in the background, London, England: An engineering marvel designed to protect London from devastating floods while showcasing modern defensive strategies against nature's fury. Roman latrine J000112: Even mundane structures like latrines played their part in safeguarding Roman forts by maintaining hygiene standards essential for troop health and morale. Bamburgh Castle K021974: Perched atop a rugged Northumberland cliffside, Bamburgh Castle stands as both a historical treasure trove and an impregnable fortress guarding England's northeastern coast. Housesteads Roman Fort J930498 along Hadrian’s Wall J080005 .