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Aerial view of Roch Castle, a pale stone tower with flags on top and a modern glass-walled extension, standing on a rocky, grass-covered outcrop among trees, with fields, village houses and the sea beyond.

Where to Sleep in a Castle in Wales

Ten castle stays in Wales checked against each operator's own site, from medieval Roch and Cardigan castles to castle-style hotels

October 9, 2026

Castles, Places to Stay

The silhouette of Criccieth Castle atop its headland at sunset, with layered mountains and Tremadog Bay fading into golden haze behind it.

The Complete Guide to Criccieth Castle: Built by Two Welsh Princes

The complete guide to Criccieth Castle — built by two generations of Welsh princes and burned by Owain Glyndŵr. 2026

October 4, 2026

Attractions, Castles

A scenic view of the grand, reddish-brown stone structure of Powis Castle perched high on a hill. Below the castle, beautifully maintained terraced gardens cascade down the slope, featuring lush green lawns, shaped yew hedges, stone archways, and vibrant plants. The historic estate is framed by dark green pine branches in the foreground under a clear blue sky.

The Complete Guide to Powis Castle: A Welsh Prince’s Fortress

The complete guide to Powis Castle, a Welsh prince's fortress turned grand home, with a world-famous garden and the Clive

October 2, 2026

Attractions, Castles

Denbigh Castle's ruined walls catching golden evening light on a hilltop above the town of Denbigh, with rows of houses in the foreground and hills fading into haze behind.

Denbigh Castle 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit

The complete guide to Denbigh Castle — the triple-towered fortress with weekly closures unlike any other Welsh castle. 2026 tickets,

October 2, 2026

Attractions, Castles

A scenic view of the historic stone ruins of Chepstow Castle perched atop a steep limestone cliff, perfectly reflected in the calm blue waters of the River Wye. Surrounded by lush green trees, exploring this magnificent medieval fortress is one of the best things to do in Chepstow.

Chepstow Castle: Britain’s Oldest Stone Fortress

The complete guide to Chepstow Castle — Britain's oldest stone fortress and home to the oldest surviving castle doors in

September 30, 2026

Attractions, Castles

Aerial view of Carreg Cennen Castle ruins perched on a hilltop, surrounded by lush green fields, trees, and rolling countryside under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Carreg Cennen Castle 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit

The complete guide to Carreg Cennen Castle — Wales's most dramatically sited ruin, with a torchlit cave beneath its walls.

September 28, 2026

Attractions, Castles

Pembroke Castle illuminated at dusk, its towers lit against a deep blue sky with the moon visible above, reflected in the still water of the Mill Pond below.

Pembroke Castle 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit

The complete guide to Pembroke Castle — birthplace of Henry VII and site of the Wogan Cavern excavation. 2026 tickets,

September 26, 2026

Attractions, Castles

An aerial view of Beaumaris Castle showing its concentric design, with a ring of corner towers and a curtain wall enclosing the grassed inner ward, and a moat running along one side.

The Complete Guide to Beaumaris Castle:

The complete guide to Beaumaris Castle — Edward I's unfinished UNESCO masterpiece on Anglesey, famous as "the greatest castle never

September 24, 2026

Castles

Raglan Castle ruins in Monmouthshire, South Wales

Raglan Castle: Britain’s Last Great Medieval Fortress

The complete guide to Raglan Castle — the last great medieval fortress-palace built in Britain, and home of the Star

September 22, 2026

Attractions, Castles

A twilight view of Harlech Castle perched high on a dark, wooded rocky crag. The castle's massive stone walls and towers are illuminated by warm golden floodlights, standing out against a deep blue evening sky. Distant mountains rise in the background, and the lights of a small coastal town twinkle on the flat plains below to the left.

The Complete Guide to Harlech Castle: Wales’s Most Spectacular Fortress

The complete guide to Harlech Castle — Edward I's UNESCO fortress and site of the longest siege in British history.

September 22, 2026

Attractions, Castles

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