Instagram vandals destroy 500-year-old castle wall
Tourists tore down a historic wall at Ardvreck Castle to avoid wet feet for photos. Historic Assynt condemns the vandalism and urges visitors to respect Scotland's heritage.
Category : Search result: historic ruins vandalism
138 English heritage sites face irreversible damage
Exclusive report reveals how climate change, erosion and funding cuts threaten to erase centuries of English history from Stonehenge to Hadrian's Wall.
Britain's Most Breathtaking Medieval Ruins Revealed
Explore the haunting beauty of Britain's medieval ruins, from crumbling castles to majestic abbeys, and uncover the fascinating stories behind these historic treasures that dot our landscape.
Ancient Roman Tower Collapses Near Colosseum
Shocking footage captures the moment a 2,000-year-old tower in Rome partially collapses, sending tourists scrambling for safety as debris rains down near the iconic Colosseum.
Europe's Historic Stays: Sleep in Castles & Monasteries
Discover Europe's extraordinary historic accommodations where you don't just visit history - you live it. From castle suites to converted monasteries, experience the past in unparalleled luxury.
Vandal caught spray painting war memorial in CCTV footage
CCTV captures moment heartless vandal defaces historic war memorial in Bristol, sparking police investigation and community outrage over disrespectful crime.
Melrose Abbey: JK Rowling's Historic Scottish Inspiration
Discover the majestic ruins of Melrose Abbey in the Scottish Borders, a stunning medieval masterpiece that inspired JK Rowling and offers breathtaking views for history lovers and Harry Potter fans alike.
Peregrine Falcons Find Home in Derbyshire Mill Ruins
In a remarkable twist of nature's resilience, peregrine falcons have transformed Derbyshire's decaying mill ruins into thriving hunting grounds, creating a stunning contrast between industrial decay and wild beauty.
Canterbury Cathedral vandalised with political graffiti
Historic Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been vandalised with spray-painted messages targeting billionaire Elon Musk and US Senator JD Vance, sparking police investigation and conservation concerns.
Gaza's ancient history systematically destroyed in conflict
Exclusive investigation reveals the catastrophic loss of Gaza's priceless archaeological heritage, from Bronze Age settlements to Roman ruins, as modern conflict erases millennia of human history.
Kilncote Hall: Britain's Secret Gothic Ruins
Explore the haunting beauty of Kilncote Hall's Gothic ruins in Leicestershire, a forgotten architectural masterpiece offering stunning photography opportunities and peaceful woodland walks just waiting to be rediscovered.
Australian influencers vandalise historic Scottish castle ruins
Two Australian social media stars face international backlash after filming themselves damaging 13th-century Duntulm Castle on the Isle of Skye, prompting calls for prosecution from heritage authorities.
900-year-old Fountains Abbey illuminated by giant sun sculpture
The historic ruins of Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire undergo a breathtaking transformation as a monumental sun sculpture named after the Greek god Helios casts its golden glow upon the medieval stonework in a stunning after-dark spectacle.
Manchester synagogue attacked by masked gang in hate crime
Disturbing footage captures the moment a masked gang attacked a Manchester synagogue, smashing windows and spraying antisemitic graffiti in what police are treating as a hate crime.
Manchester Synagogue Vandalised in Hate Crime
A Manchester synagogue faces extensive damage after being targeted by vandals in what community leaders are calling a 'despicable' hate crime incident in Heaton Park.
Dutton's car vandalised with red paint in political protest
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's Commonwealth vehicle was vandalised with red paint in a shocking act of political protest outside his Canberra residence, sparking condemnation across party lines.
Vandals target Olympic hero Adam Peaty's home with flag
British swimming champion Adam Peaty is targeted in a mindless act of vandalism as a St George's flag is plastered across his property, prompting a police investigation.
Police probe vandalism of goose mascot's St George's Cross
Officers are hunting a suspect after the flag on a popular goose statue in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, was damaged, sparking local outrage and a formal police probe.
Woman arrested for vandalising slain teen's memorial
A US woman faces charges after allegedly defacing a memorial for a teenager killed in a political dispute, igniting a fierce debate and a controversial fundraising campaign.
Police hunt suspect after St George's Cross torn down in Nottingham
Nottinghamshire Police are investigating after a St George's Cross flag was ripped from a city centre building. The incident, captured on CCTV, is being treated as criminal damage as officers appeal for witnesses.
Dunstanburgh Castle: A Magical Northumberland Ruin
Discover the dramatic history and breathtaking coastal scenery of Dunstanburgh Castle, a magnificent 14th-century ruin in Northumberland that offers one of England's most magical walking routes.
Walking Mexico's Ancient Mayan Camino del Mayab Trail
Embark on a journey through Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, walking the historic Mayan Camino del Mayab. This community-led trail weaves through lush jungle, past sacred cenotes, and into the heart of ancient civilisation, offering a transformative travel exp
Melbourne's Historic Fountain Vandalised in Graffiti Attack
Melbourne's cherished Hochgurtel Fountain, a gift from its sister city Vienna, has been defaced by vandals in a shocking act of graffiti, sparking outrage and a council cleanup operation.
Lime Bike Gangs Steal Parcel Shelves in London Crime Spree
Organised criminal gangs on rental e-bikes are targeting affluent London neighbourhoods, smashing car windows to steal a specific and unusual part – the parcel shelf – in a bizarre new crimewave confounding police and luxury vehicle owners.
TikTok 'Peeing' Trend Sparks Fury in UK Schools
UK schools are on high alert as a disturbing new TikTok trend, dubbed 'Devious Licks', encourages students to vandalise property and even urinate in school corridors. Headteachers issue urgent warnings to parents.
Marilyn Monroe Statue Vandalised in Instagram-Inspired Attack
A controversial statue of Marilyn Monroe in San Francisco has been severely vandalised, with red paint daubed across its legs in an act police believe was inspired by an Instagram post.
Tennessee's Lebanon sign vandalised in misguided protest
The city of Lebanon, Tennessee, finds itself an unlikely target in global tensions after its welcome sign was defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti, leaving locals baffled.
Activist vandalised Taylor Swift's jet for climate support
A Just Stop Oil activist who defaced Taylor Swift's private jet allegedly believed the superstar would then speak out on the climate crisis. Jennifer Kowalski, 28, and Cole Macdonald, 22, caused £5,000 of damage at Stansted Airport.
Marco Pierre White Jr's £44k fossil destruction spree
The son of legendary chef Marco Pierre White is facing jail after a destructive crime spree where he vandalised a shop, destroying £44,000 worth of rare fossils and crystals. Read the full story of his arrest and the devastation left behind.
Vandals deface ancient Westbury White Horse with flag
Wiltshire Police launch investigation after the ancient Westbury White Horse, a cherished landmark, is vandalised with a large white flag, sparking local outrage.
Page 1 of 4