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

These Welsh castles were built for royalty, and now you can visit them for a fairy-tale vacation. Sometimes called the "Land of Castles" and "Castle Capital of the World," Wales once had about 600 ...

But the 19th century saw interest began to grow as people considered the ruins romantic, particularly after Sir Watler Scott’s novel Peveril of the Peak was published in 1822, despite not being set in ...

As someone who loves their history, Dinefwr is particularly fascinating within Welsh lore, built in the 12th century by Lord ...

The multi-million-pound restoration of Abergele’s Gwrych Castle moved a step closer this week after Conwy Council's planning committee gave the project the green light. Two planning applications ...

Uncover the best of Wales as you explore the dramatic ... Also see signs of Welsh history and conflict around ruined forts and well-kept castles. You will be accompanied throughout by a Darwin ...

Wales has no shortage of magnificent castles—from the impenetrable stronghold of Harlech Castle, to the fierce fortifications of Carnarvon. Wales boasts a series of castles known as the Iron ...

Wales has more castles per head than anywhere else in the world. Designed by Norman conquerors to secure areas of land quickly and cheaply. Constructed to present as daunting a challenge to ...