The Truth About The Downton Abbey Castle

For six seasons, fans of the ever-popular historical drama series "Downton Abbey" watched the Crawley family navigate the complexities of the post-Edwardian era — with much of the show's events taking place inside the incredible Yorkshire country estate. Ever wonder what castle was used to bring this rich fictional tapestry to life? Wonder no more, as we're here to show you Highclere Castle — the real-life location in which the series was filmed. Overseen by George Herbert, the 8th Earl of Carnarvon and his wife, Fiona, the Countess of Carnarvon, the castle's history stretches back to 1679. From its ghost stories to the realities of maintaining such a place, here's the truth about the "Downton Abbey" castle.