As mentioned elsewhere, the Castle isn't really usable as a youth hostel anymore.
But if you have too much money, you could consider buying it...
~valen/foulksrath.pdf
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Foulksrath Castle for sale
by the_power » Mon Feb 22, 2010 12:41 pm
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by finnobreanan » Mon Feb 22, 2010 4:44 pm
John,
It's only 750,000 euros, can't we all chip in?
It's only 750,000 euros, can't we all chip in?
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by brendan » Mon Feb 22, 2010 5:44 pm
Problem is that apart from the 750K (a not insignificant amount) there would be a significant cost associated with refurbishment (not least of which is rail gunning the 2 story prefabricated toilet block)
All told you are probably looking at the same again to get it habitable, get the out buildings back operational etc
Then of course there is the question of who gets to use it and when....
Brendan
All told you are probably looking at the same again to get it habitable, get the out buildings back operational etc
Then of course there is the question of who gets to use it and when....
Brendan
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by knightofredemption » Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:34 pm
finnobreanan wrote:John,
It's only 750,000 euros, can't we all chip in?
I have to admire your style....only Everything in moderation, including Moderation.
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by finnobreanan » Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:49 pm
knightofredemption wrote:finnobreanan wrote:John,
It's only 750,000 euros, can't we all chip in?
Yes, I was joking, but I can dream, can't I? I think the Tower House is my favorite form of castle. Foulksrath looks like it would have been a great place for events.
I need to start working on that whole "indenpendantly Wealthy" thing. Don't think I can do it in the museum field.
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by knightofredemption » Mon Feb 22, 2010 8:18 pm
You and me both Finn 
Its a nice pipe dream though.
Its a nice pipe dream though.Everything in moderation, including Moderation.
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by finnobreanan » Wed Feb 24, 2010 3:36 am
So! here's the plan: we all show up in period clothing (and armed) as if there is an event; we overpower the guard/caretaker, at tha bawn wall; set a guard and send the rest through the tower to take it over; claim the castle for ourselves; and live in the 15th century! My wife saw some flaws with this plan (food and other minor things)...no problem! We conduct cattle raids on neighboring farms; foster our young sons to wealthy land holders for protection (and of course, take their sons as foster children); pay tribute when needed; and raid rivals for gold, food, an booty! How could this not work? It worked for centuries before? AND, we can all just keep Living in the Past! 
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by Cathal » Sun Feb 28, 2010 11:48 am
Just in case you want a few 10th ct. guys to build a longphort in the surroundings - we're with you.
Rather experienced crew in fire setting, raiding, eating, drinking and slave trading business.
Simply check website for contact...
Rather experienced crew in fire setting, raiding, eating, drinking and slave trading business.
Simply check website for contact...
...try always to be on the right end of the sword...
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Re: Foulksrath Castle for sale
by brendan » Mon Mar 01, 2010 2:31 pm
Well, the raid might work, and there is a neighbouring farmyard...
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