Old Beaupre Castle (Cadw)Historic HouseDespite the name and its medieval origins, Old Beaupre is really more manor house than castle. Built in two stages, the older part was constructed around 1300 while a major renovation in the 16th century by the Bassett family produced some of its most impressive remaining features. These include the well-preserved three-storeyed gatehouse and striking porch, decorated with columns inspired by the architecture of ancient Greece and bearing the family’s heraldic crest carved in stone.
Designed to demonstrate Bassetts’ wealth and importance, these Tudor symbols of status give a revealing glimpse into how this grand property would have looked in its heyday.
Car park 250 metres from monument (approx. 3 cars). Visitors have to cross farm land (3 fields), climb over stone stile and two kissing gates.St HilaryVale of GlamorganCF71 7LTUnited Kingdom51.439251589329-3.426056119719http://www.showmewales.co.uk/?dms=3&venue=1100550
Old Beaupre Castle (Cadw)
Historic House, free entry
Old Beaupre Castle
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Despite the name and its medieval origins, Old Beaupre is really more manor house than castle. Built in two stages, the older part was constructed around 1300 while a major renovation in the 16th century by the Bassett family produced some of its most impressive remaining features. These include the well-preserved three-storeyed gatehouse and striking porch, decorated with columns inspired by the architecture of ancient Greece and bearing the family’s heraldic crest carved in stone.
Designed to demonstrate Bassetts’ wealth and importance, these Tudor symbols of status give a revealing glimpse into how this grand property would have looked in its heyday.
Car park 250 metres from monument (approx. 3 cars). Visitors have to cross farm land (3 fields), climb over stone stile and two kissing gates.
Opening Details
Open all the time
Open daily 10.00am - 4.00pm. Closed 24, 25, 26 December and 1 January. Last admission 30 minutes before closing
Map reference: ST 009721 Lat: 51.43925 Long: -3.42606
M4 Junction 35 & A473 signed for Bridgend; A48 (signed for Port Talbot), B4265 (signed for Llantwit Major) to Ewenny, right onto the B4524 signed for Ogmore Castle and right at Ogmore.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 3 miles from Llantwit Major station
Old Beaupre Castle (Cadw)
Old Beaupre Castle (Cadw)
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Local Accommodation
Regional Tourist Board Member
Children welcome
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed
