Dane Castle is a replica of the White Tower in London and consists mainly of a split-faced concrete block single tower and a Great Hall which is used for many things -- gatherings; dining; storing and displaying weapons, suits of armor, and medieval art.    Outside there are gargoyles which are multi-purpose, they are not only decorative - for every castle needs gargoyles - but they are functional also.  They serve to direct rainwater from the roof down into the dry moat.    As you cross the drawbridge, you see the huge castle doors, oak doors with axes for handles.  This is just a glimpse of what lies ahead in the Great Hall, which can hold 200 people, and is used for hosting tours of Dane Castle.  Visitors start at the Greek and Roman age weapons, including spears, swords and daggers, then move into the Viking age, viewing bearded and great axes, shields and helmets, working their way through to Arabic, Egyptian and Oriental weapons.    At the rear of the Great Hall stand the King and Queen thrones, which face tables arranged in a rectangle that can seat about 40 people at a time.  During tours the tables are decorated with large, lit candles, complete with waxy drippings, numerous photographs and stories about the castle.    Standing guard as you enter the Great Hall is Isis, a five-foot tall blue Dragon with a chessboard on her back.    Dane Castle's grounds and the Great Hall are also available for rental for weddings, seminars, meetings, and photo opportunities.  For pricing and availability or for more information contact Dane Castle at (814) 749-7341 or email PrincessRobin@DaneCastle.com A view of the Great Hall (photo courtesy of J. Orr) Quatro and Lacy, former rescue Danes who have passed on.    Mike and Cathy decided to name their castle Dane Castle because of their love of the Great Dane breed.  Great Danes were originally bred to hunt boars and for protection, but they are gentle giants in the dog world.  Dane Castle is proud to be involved in Great Dane Rescue and Adoption.  Mike and Cathy have owned many Danes over the years, several being rescued Danes.  Currently 1 Great Dane, MacDugan Mor` (actually, that's Doogie) and his new baby sister, Princess Suki Joy, a rescued Jack Russel Terrier reside with them in the living quarters of Dane Castle. In case you didn't know it... the Great Dane is the Official State dog of Pennsylvania. MacDugan Mor (6 months old, June 3, 2006. Photo courtesy of Jim Orr)  On February 12, 2006 the latest addition to the Dane Castle family arrived at the castle, MacDugan Mor (Gaelic - Big/Large Son of Dugan)  also known as Doogie.  Doogie is a Piebald Great Dane, which means he is white with a black head, and minimal color elsewhere on his body.  Doogie has brought so much joy to Dane Castle in the time he has been with us, he has filled the void left by the loss of Quatro.  Doogie loves to sit on his daddy's lap, and spend lots of quality "Doogie and Daddy" time.  Doogie stands over Cathy when on his hind feet, and is almost as tall as Mike. On June 4, 2007 a wonderful Blue Great Dane puppy came to join Doogie at Dane Castle.  Boudica, whom all must call "Boudiful, Boudiful Boudica" arrived.  Boudica was out of a litter of 4 black and 2 blue Dane puppies.  Doogie seemed lost without another dog, and Mike and Cathy felt out of sorts without Lacy being there, so they decided to fill the gap with a puppy.  Boudica arrived and Doogie was in "love at first sight".  He just adored his baby sister, and she definitely ruled the roost.  There was no lack of excitement at the castle! Boudica Beautiful Blue Danes come along once in a blue moon and we were blessed to have Boudica with us for almost four years.  On Saturday, February 5th, Boudica passed away in her sleep.  We feel blessed to have had her with us as long as we did.   Be at peace sweet girl. Princess Suki Joy - Suki came to the castle when, one day as they were coming home, a little dog ran onto the road right in front of Mike and Cathy's car and got hit.  After taking the dog to the vet and finding out she needed surgery for a broken leg, Cathy spoke with the owner who couldn't afford the surgery or the time to deal with the dog, and she told Cathy that if she wanted the dog, she could have it.  Cathy and Mike cared for Suki through her surgeries and decided to keep her.  She is adding alot of excitement and joy to the castle.