Lord Egerton Castle
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This is castle is unique house built in the pre-independent period of kenya. This magnificent 53-room castle lies a few meters off the Nakuru- Eldoret highway, at Ngata gate (about fifteen kilometers from Nakuru town) and was built by Lord Maurice Egerton Tatton. The castle has a unique love story attached to it: An Austrian woman came to Kenya from overseas to visit Egerton, her fiancée. At that time Egerton was living in a thatch-like six bed-roomed dwelling that echoed his love for African culture. To the lady, not only were his quarters unimpressive, and was equivalent to a hens house or a dog's kennel. Egerton’s spirit was broken. Enough to build a wall inside his heart and a castle surrounding his existence. Contrary to popular theory that after being jilted by his lover, Egerton built the castle to re-impress her; he actually build the castle to appease only one thing his solitude. Lord Egerton banned live chicken and dogs from the castle’s ward, because his former lover had compared his house to a chicken’s hut and a dogs kennel; He gave orders to his workers never to mention even the word ‘female’ in his castle and its extensive 100 acre ward. I wonder what he would do know as lovers visit his castle and some even have a wedding in the gardens
NGANGAH CHEGGEHNGANGAH CHEGGEH
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I grew up in this neighborhood 😀 it was such a great sight to behold, botanical gardens maintained by different companies are now a thing of the past. The lawns are not well maintained and it's not attractive as it used to be between 2005 and 2014. There was a horse, llama and alpaca...today it seems desolate. Weddings used to take place every weekend now this honour belongs to Lee Njiru's place called Cherynam a few kilometres to Lord Egerton Castle. I wonder if scouts still go camping here 🤔 I used to pay KSHS 30/- as a local now I have to part with at least KSHS. 500/- where are the flowers? Where are the horses? Where are the lawn mowers? If it's being maintained by Egerton university as I was told, then they're doing a lot of nothing coz this place used to attract both local and international tourists.
bunkley samuelsbunkley samuels
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Egerton Castle is such a great historical place built in the early 1930s it is located a few kilometres from Nakuru town. The Castle is large and looks amazing, well maintained garden with rich green grass. The entry charges are so affordable 150ksh per person and half amount the price for kids. For those who want to take photos with a professional camera will pay 300ksh for camera and they can take pics for as long as they want. The staffs are friendly and will take you around the place if you request them. There is also a restaurant inside which serve very nice food. From Nakuru town take a mat and alight at Ngata which is 100ksh then take a motorbike or a taxi to the place which will cost 50-200ksh.
Lawrence RaulLawrence Raul
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Lord Egerton Castle is located 12km feom Nakuru town in Kenya.It has an amazing history.Build in 1938 by Lord Egerton to impress princess Victoria he wished to marry, he was dissapointed when the princess compared his castle to a dogs kennel saying it was so tiny compared to her fathers castle.Dejected he vowed never to marry and if any lady was seen in his over 21,000 hectare farm she would be shot on the spot.He hated dogs too due to yhe comparison of the Castle to the kennel.I would urge anyone to visit even when on Safari to Kenya.The castle is managed by the Kenya government under Egerton University which was named after the lord Egerton.You pay $1.5 to access the castle.
john wambugujohn wambugu
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Lord Egerton's Castle is set in a beautiful location, surrounded by a lush, manicured lawn that offers a serene atmosphere perfect for a day out. The grounds are well-maintained and make for a peaceful escape. However, once you step inside the castle, it's a different story. The interior has been sadly neglected, with clear signs of vandalism. Sockets, taps, and even toilets have been damaged, taking away from what could have been a remarkable historical experience. Additionally, there was no guide available to walk us through the castle's rich history, leaving us to wander aimlessly. It has great potential but is in dire need of better preservation and management.
Phyll NawanjayaPhyll Nawanjaya
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There was no drama till there was too much drama. Got there, paid and started our fun day. First the promise of a guide was unfulfilled. At the payment booth I was promised one but in the castle there was none to be found. The outside of the castle is vastly impressive but the inside is tatty, boring and absolutely uninspiring. If you are planning to go, then make use of the gardens; They are calming and beautiful with the chance of brilliant photos seemingly everywhere. To unseal the deal ..we were attacked by wasps in the balcony area inside the castle. I was bitten...that was enough drama for me. I left.
B -B -
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PXGC+3R5, Nakuru, Kenya
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egerton.ac.ke
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Lord Egerton Castle is a house styled like a fortress located 14 km outside Nakuru, Kenya. The foundation was laid in 1938 by Maurice Egerton, 4th Baron Egerton. The architect was Albert Brown. Construction continued until 1954.
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