Bodiam is sometimes called the “perfect English castle,” and with its stone towers and square battlements reflected in the mirror-like waters of the moat that surrounds it, it’s not difficult to understand why.

The castle’s exterior appearance is so iconic that it has been featured on travel guides and emblazoned on merchandise for decades. The true genius of Bodiam Castle certainly lies in its appearance – from the forced perspective of its windows, which grow smaller in size the higher they are in height, and the reflective trickery of the moat, the castle is designed to look bigger and more intimidating than it actually is. Fortunately for visitors, that’s the main trick up its sleeve – this feat of medieval architecture is just as fun to explore as it is to look at.

Bodiam, Robertsbridge TN32 5UA, UK, Phone: +44-15-80-83-01-96

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