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What makes this site particularly important is that archaeologists have been excavating here for over twenty years and thatched Iron Age buildings have been reconstructed on their original foundations.
As a resource for understanding the Iron Age, Castell Henllys is second to none, providing a unique combination of Scheduled Ancient Monument, archaeological excavation and experimental archaeology.
Today, Castell Henllys (Welsh for the castle of the Prince's court) is set within thirty acres of beautiful woodland and river meadows. Introduced by a visitor centre with exhibition and gift shop and explained by interesting interpretation panels, visitors stroll along leafy woodland and riverside paths, explore sculpture trails depicting myths and legends, pass by prehistoric breeds of livestock grazing in fields next to the path (don't miss the Iron Age pigs), before entering the hillfort itself.
Four roundhouses and a granary have been reconstructed on their original Iron Age foundations at Castell Henllys. The first to be built, the 'Old Roundhouse' was reconstructed more than twenty years ago and is the longest standing reconstructed Iron Age roundhouse in Britain.
Opening details
4 - 15 February: Monday - Friday 11am - 3pm
16 February - 3 March: Every Day 11am - 3pm
4 - 17 March 2019: Closed
18 - 31 March 2019: Every Day 11am - 3pm (last admission 2.15pm)
1 April - 3 November: Every day 10am - 5pm (last admission 4.15pm).
Prices
2018/19 Winter prices to 31 March: Adult £4.50, Child £3.00, Seniors & Students £3.50, Family (2 + 2) £12.50.
2019 Spring/Summer prices: Adult £6.00, Child £4.00, Seniors & Students £5.00, Family (2 + 2) £16.00..
Address
Meline,
Crymych,
Pembrokeshire,
SA41 3UR
Location
Directions
Map reference: SN 118390 Lat: 52.01785 Long: -4.74403
Castell Henllys is signposted off the A487 between Newport and Cardigan.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 15 miles from Fishguard & Goodwick station
Nearby
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Facilities for hearing impaired