The castle, high up on its river cliff above the Wye, guards one of the main crossings from England to Wales.

The location was strategic as the castle guarded the route through the Sidlaw Hills at this natural cleft.

Beyond it the castle was dour and solid on its rock foundations, guarding the river's mouth.

Once, long ago, this castle guarded the coast, and its secrets.

Other castles guarded the volatile border with Spain.

Previously, the castle guarded over the city and the surrounding land.

The castle guarded a ford over the Manor Water.

Leaving the castle guarded mostly by the wounded, he led the remaining 130 soldiers in a sally.

Positioned high atop a steep cliff, the castle guarded a strategic trade route between Transylvania and Wallachia.

The castle occupies a commanding position atop a large hill above the town, and guards the approach to three valleys.