I am one of the people who just absolutely loves to visit new places. My favorite type of place to visit is somewhere with a deep history. I suppose that's why castles always top my 'places I want to visit' list. As you all know, we took Ethan on his first holiday last year to The Lake District and we had such an amazing time. It was mine and Adams second visit (our first being for our Honeymoon) and it didn't fail to take our breath away for a second time. The Lake District is just such a stunning place. Whilst we were there, we took the opportunity to visit a castle called Muncaster Castle, which if I'm totally honest just absolutely wow'ed me. I was blown away by not only the enchanting castle itself, but also by the beautiful views it overlooked. I've seen a few castles before, but none so beautifully located as Muncaster. We took a few snaps, but I don't think any photographs could ever truly do the setting justice. 
I love this photo that I took. It seems strange to say, but this photo and being there made me feel so
alive. Muncaster is a historic haunted castle and is still a lived-in family home by the Pennington family, who have resided in the Castle since 1208. A previous resident, Tom Fool aka Tom Skelton who was once a court jester at Muncaster in the 16th Century is also subject of many ghost stories there.
My lovely Hubby with the gorgeous views behind him.
Here we are with Ethan who was much younger than he is now!
I loved meeting the owls!The World Owl Centre within the gardens of Muncaster Castle is the headquarters of the World Owl Trust. The charity is widely acknowledged as the world's leading owl conservation organisation. The Trust promotes scientific research, habitat creation and restoration, nest box scheme and a breeding programme. They re-habilitate injured owls and other wildlife until they are fit to be released to the wild.
As with most castles, photographs are not allowed inside so here we are at the entrance.
I could have stayed there forever. Muncaster castle is the type of place you instantly fall in love with and never want to leave. It's what made it my number one choice of a must see hidden UK gem for LOOK Insurances Hidden Gems in the UK Map. I've submitted mine to their map and in doing so have discovered some amazing looking UK hidden gems such as Bamburgh castle in Northumberland, which is now firmly placed on my own personal 'must visit' list! What's your favorite place in the UK and what makes it so special? Don't forget to tell others about it and submit yours here.
*This post is in association with Look Insurance Services.
My lovely Hubby with the gorgeous views behind him.
