Dolwyddelan CastleCastleDolwyddelan, a mountain stronghold of the Welsh Princes, stands in a magnificent location deep in Snowdonia. It was built between about 1210 and 1240 by Llywelyn the Great, ruler of Snowdonia, to control a strategic pass through his mountainous kingdom. The core of the castle, the rectangular stone tower, was restored in Victorian times. It can be seen from miles around, standing proud on a ridge against the rugged backdrop of Moel Siabod. A visit to this solitary sentinel is worth it for the views alone. DolwyddelanConwyUnited Kingdomhttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/daysout/dolwyddelan-castle/?lang=en
Dolwyddelan Castle
Castle, £2.10-£3
Dolwyddelan Castle
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Dolwyddelan, a mountain stronghold of the Welsh Princes, stands in a magnificent location deep in Snowdonia. It was built between about 1210 and 1240 by Llywelyn the Great to control a strategic pass through his mountainous kingdom.
Map reference: SH 721523 Lat: 53.05298 Long: -3.90847
Travelling north-east on the A470 from Blaenau Ffestiniog towards Betws-y-Coed, pass a left turn signed Roman Bridge railway station and after a mile, car park for the Castle on left.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 1 miles from Dolwyddelan station
Dolwyddelan Castle
Dolwyddelan Castle
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Coach parties accepted
Regional Tourist Board Member
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed
