Tour Windstorm Castle


THE CHAPEL
The Chapel in Windstorm is used by all of the inhabitants of the Castle for confession, absolution and communion.
At times this tranquil place is a refuge for the weary traveler who will sit quietly and ponder the passing of time. All are welcome to enjoy this place as it is the house of the Lord.
Mass is held each morning and often, when members of each fraction of defenses are in residence, the small Chapel is filled to overflowing.
Marriages, Baptism and of course the inevitable funeral services are held here within the sanctuary of the Chapel, bringing all together to celebrate the lives of the people of Windstorm.

SERVANTS ROOMS
The day begins as the sun rises for many servants, the fires having to be kept alight in order for hot water as well as heating.
The servants quarters being comfortable and dry but more sparsely furnished than the guest rooms. Stools and a table where they can socialize, a bed each and a chest where they keep their clothing. Working and living in such close conditions often forges many friendships and makes the heavy chores sometimes more bearable. During the times the girls are not working, the ladies of the Castle will teach them reading and writing if they so wish, also the skills of embroidery and healing. The lads are often given the enviable tasks of accompanying the Lords on hunting or falconry pursuits, such being exciting but also dangerous recreation. Some will become Squires and go on to hold the title of Knights, others trained in other crafts and occupations.
The Castle being home to many servants and Nobles there is always much to do by way of cooking and cleaning but there are always great times for entertaining. The servants are allowed to share in the festivities and partake in the feasts, having worked hard to prepare them.

GUEST ROOMS
The guests of Windstorm enjoy lavishly furnished and decorated rooms, hospitality being the cornerstone of our home. Each having a bed and chest for clothing, chairs and a desk enable the guest some privacy if needed. Furs beside the hearth and warm blankets and quilts to keep the visitor comfortable. Candles will be lit as the daylight fades and the fires kept burning at all hours. The linen is clean and fresh weekly as are the guests towels. Refreshments can be requested from the servants although the guests are encouraged to eat in the Dining Room with their hosts so as to get to know them and enjoy all that Windstorm has to offer.

KITCHENS
The kitchens are a busy part of the Castle where we find the servants going about their chores throughout the day, although still finding time to gossip and flirt with each other.
A constant supply of water is drawn from the well in the courtyard whilst cauldrons of stew and soup simmer over the fires. Pork and venison are spit roasted and vegetables prepared for dinner which would be served at mid day, and supper later in the evening. Whilst the daily bread is baking, local fish are prepared along with herbs that are grown in our own gardens.
All the sights and sounds welcoming the visitor as he enjoys an ale or goblet of wine whilst awaiting his meal.

COUNCIL AND MEETING ROOMS
The Council and meeting rooms of Windstorm are elegantly furnished and comfortable, enabling the much needed discussions of the day to day running of the Castle to take place.
Here you will find the council members making decisions and planning the events of the forthcoming year, from the lavish festivals, tournaments and marriages, to the smaller intimate dinner gatherings and tea parties.
Such events take time and effort in their planning, as do the many battles and strategic maneuvers of the Guards, Rangers and Lancers. Who knows what goes on behind these heavy oak doors when the Queen and her Captains are in residence there. Dare ye knock and enter?

THE LIBRARY
The Castle library is home to the vast collection of scrolls and books collected throughout the years. Many, quite rare and delicate pages, holding the treasures of the past within them.
Comfortable and yet practical furnishings offer a quiet place for reference or quiet and peaceful solitude for the residents, most of whom can read and write.
Past suits of armour adorn the walls, as do the shields and weapons of past battles, all of which add to the splendid atmosphere of this room.
Among the scrolls are the many beautiful hand written and illustrated volumes of the history of our lands, giving the reader the insight of our wonderful home. All births, marriages and deaths are painstakingly recorded here for future generations to read and remember, knowing that Windstorm was built on the integrity and honour of its loyal subjects