Castle Oliver & the Oliver Gascoignes by Nicholas Browne
Fascinating account of how Castle Oliver came to be built. Many rare or unique photos and portraits of the Oliver, Gascoigne and Trench families who built and lived in both the present and former castles. Also photos of the restoration and artefacts discovered both locally and at the castle. There are chapters about the various ghost stories attached to the castle and about Lola Montez, the 19th century adventuress who married mad King Ludvig of Bavaria. This recently published new edition contains stunning up-to-date colour photos of the latest phase of renovations, as well as further information collected about the history of the castle, family and staff. There is also a recently discovered true account of how in the 17th century, Bridget, the wife of Captain Robert Oliver- first member of the family to settle on the estate- uncovered and foiled a plot to overthrow the King.
Fascinating account of how Castle Oliver came to be built. Many rare or unique photos and portraits of the Oliver, Gascoigne and Trench families who built and lived in both the present and former castles. Also photos of the restoration and artefacts discovered both locally and at the castle. There are chapters about the various ghost stories attached to the castle and about Lola Montez, the 19th century adventuress who married mad King Ludvig of Bavaria. This recently published new edition contains stunning up-to-date colour photos of the latest phase of renovations, as well as further information collected about the history of the castle, family and staff. There is also a recently discovered true account of how in the 17th century, Bridget, the wife of Captain Robert Oliver- first member of the family to settle on the estate- uncovered and foiled a plot to overthrow the King.
Visitors Guide to Castle Oliver
48 pages packed with useful information to help you plan your time at the castle, whether taking it easy, or hosting a glittering ball. Details of places to see, shopping, restaurants, travel, names and contacts for events planners, catering, fireworks, even a helicopter. There are helpful colour maps of the area, as well as pictures of the castle and its interiors and gardens.
48 pages packed with useful information to help you plan your time at the castle, whether taking it easy, or hosting a glittering ball. Details of places to see, shopping, restaurants, travel, names and contacts for events planners, catering, fireworks, even a helicopter. There are helpful colour maps of the area, as well as pictures of the castle and its interiors and gardens.