When concentric castles weren't possible, the Normans built linear structures. An important Welsh strong hold and centre over the centuries - from mint to seat of government One of the biggest ...

This is no ordinary Welsh fortress; it holds a special place in the history of one of England’s most famous monarchs ...

They are also symbolic of the enormous effort which was necessary in order to uproot from Wales the rule of the Welsh. Associated with each castle was a borough - some, as at Conway and Caernarfon ...

During the reign of William II, the Welsh ... build castles and wage war. As the March would exist in some form for over 450 years, it became a major and lasting element in the history of Wales.

The quaint market town of Brecon, nestled in the Bannau Brycheinoig National Park, like many other Welsh towns has its own castle, but unlike its Norman counterparts elsewhere, this castle also ...

The castle is the largest in Wales (Image: Welsh Government ... before and reiterated the importance for people to experience history for better understanding. The project marks one of the ...

Despite its chilled ambience, the small village has a rich history and ties to Welsh literary titan Dylan Thomas. One of Llansteffan's most prominent landmarks is its iconic castle. Perched high ...