Castles & Historic Sites

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1. 

   The Shrine Church of Saint Melangell

   Address

   Pennant Melangell, Llangynog, Powys, SY10 0HQ

   Telephone

   01691 860408

   admin@stmelangell.org

   Llangynog

   St Melangell's is one of the loveliest small churches in Britain, and one of the most remote. Its famous shrine attracts many visitors, but not enough to disturb its tranquillity.

   

2. 

   Y Plas Machynlleth

   Address

   Y Plas Machynlleth, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8ER

   Telephone

   01654 702571

   enquiries@plasmachynlleth.co.uk

   Machynlleth

   Y Plas Machynlleth is a Grade 2 listed building, set in parkland offering a unique location for corporate events, weddings, meetings and events. Y Plas also includes a Craft Shop & Cafe.

   

3. 

   Builth Wells Tourist Information and Heritage Centre

   Address

   14 High Street, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3DN

   Telephone

   07544095091

   Builth Wells

   Builth Wells and District Heritage Society has been in existence for almost 40 years and is delighted to be opening Builth Wells Tourist Information and Heritage Centre.

   

4. 

   Hay Castle | Castell Y Gelli

   Address

   Oxford Road, Hay-on-Wye, Powys, HR3 5DG

   Telephone

   01497 820079

   info@haycastletrust.org

   Hay-on-Wye

   Hay Castle sets the imagination soaring. Once a great medieval stronghold, the castle and the grounds in the welsh borderlands are alive with possibilities once again as a centre for cultural, arts and education.

   

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   Corris Caverns | King Arthurs Labyrinth

   Address

   King Arthurs Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

   Telephone

   01654 761584

   reception@ccl.wales

   Corris

   Sail underground, through the magical veil of a waterfall, and pass into a mythical world filled with dragons, giants, fierce battles and the legendary King Arthur. This underground storybook unfolds as you're guided, on foot, through the caverns…

   

   

   

6. 

   Cardigan Castle & Gardens

   Address

   Cardigan Castle & Gardens, Green Street, Cardigan, Ceredigion, SA43 1JA

   Telephone

   01239 615131

   info@cardigancastle.com

   Cardigan

   The Castle was erected in the 12th century and was the home of the first National Eistedfod in 1176. It was the overall winner of Channel 4's Great British Buildings Restoration of the Year

   

7. 

   Bryn-tail Leadworks (Cadw)

   Address

   Llyn Clywedog, Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6NU

   cadw@gov.wales

   Llanidloes

   The ruins of the Bryn-tail Leadworks lie in the shadow of the dam at the southern end of Llyn Clywedog Reservoir near Llanidloes Buildings and structures associated with the nineteenth-century extraction and processing of lead ore.

   

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   Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway

   Address

   Talyllyn Railway, Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY

   Telephone

   01654 710472

   enquiries@talyllyn.co.uk

   Tywyn

   Historic narrow-gauge steam railway set in beautiful, unspoilt southern Snowdonia. Running from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn and Nant Gwernol, the line passes the delightful Dolgoch Falls and there are excellent forest walks at Nant Gwernol.

   Price

   Price £11.00 per child to £150.00 Per Group

   

9. 

   New Quay Harbour, Dolau & Traeth Gwyn

   Address

   New Quay, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9PS

   New Quay

   New Quay’s Harbour Beach has stunning golden sands to rival any and has become a favourite for fishing and water sports enthusiasts. New Quay’s other beaches are Dolau & Traeth Gwyn.

   

10. 

    Castell Bronllys | Bronllys Castle

    Address

    Talgarth, Powys, LD3 0HL

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Talgarth

    Bronllys Castle near Talgarth is a sturdy stone tower with a turbulent history. It was first built as a ‘motte-and-bailey’ castle in the late 11th or early 12th century. The surviving stone tower dates from the 13th century and you can still climb…

    

11. 

    Powis Castle and Garden

    Address

    Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF

    Telephone

    01938 551944

    powiscastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Welshpool

    Cared for by the National Trust since 1952, Powis Castle & Gardens near Welshpool include world-famous garden, 13th century castle, Clive Museum and historic collection.

    Price

    Price £7.50 per child to £37.50 per family

    

12. 

    St Myllins Church

    Address

    Llanfyllin, Powys, SY22 6XZ

    Telephone

    01691 648306

    revhl@btinternet.com

    Powys

    St Myllins church was founded in the 7th Century by the Irish Bishop Molling (Myllin) and the earliest references to a church in Llanfyllin appear in the Norwich Taxation of 1254.

    

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    Tretower Court and Castle (Cadw)

    Address

    Tretower, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1RD

    Telephone

    03000 252239

    Tretowercourt@gov.wales

    Crickhowell

    Restored courtyard house with origins in the fourteenth century. Rebuilt by Sir Roger Vaughan in the fifteenth century. Recreated fifteenth-century garden. Beautiful tranquil setting.

    

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    Welsh Highland Railway

    Address

    St Helen's Road, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 2YD

    Telephone

    01766 516000

    enquiries@ffwhr.com

    Caernarfon

    The Welsh Highland Railway is the UK's longest heritage railway and runs for 25 miles from Caernarfon where trains start from beneath the castle walls for the journey to Porthmadog.

    

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    Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

    Address

    The Station, Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0SF

    Telephone

    01938 810441

    info@wllr.org.uk

    Welshpool

    A narrow gauge train trip in up the steepest gradients in Britain. Steam locos and coaches from around the world. Shops and picnic areas at both termini.

    Price

    Price £21.00 per adult to £170.00 Per Group

    

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    Dolforwyn Castle (Cadw)

    Address

    Abermule, Nr Newtown, Powys, SY15 6JJ

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Nr Newtown

    Discover Dolforwyn Castle, an ancient fortress nestled on a picturesque ridge above the enchanting Severn Valley near Newtown. Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of Welsh-English conflict as you explore the rich history that surrounds…

    

17. 

    Montgomery Castle (Cadw)

    Address

    Montgomery Castle, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Montgomery

    Montgomery Castle is a masonry castle standing on a rocky promontory above the town of Montgomery. Precipitous slopes to the north and east make this an excellent defensive site.

    

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    Canolfan Treftadaeth | Tregaron Heritage Centre

    Address

    Tregaron Heritage Centre, Dewi Road, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6JW

    Telephone

    07799 231999

    Tregaron

    Tregaron is one the oldest market towns in Wales, having received a royal charter in 1292. The Tregaron Heritage Centre is situated in the old Victorian church school, and includes a reconstructed Victorian era classroom, tea room and information…

    

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    Brecon Gaer Roman Fort (Cadw)

    Address

    Aberyscir, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9NT

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Brecon

    Fort built about AD 75 near the River Usk. Remains consist of the perimeter wall, corner turrets and gateways.

    

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    Welsh Highland Heritage Railway

    Address

    The Station Building, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9DY

    Telephone

    01766 513402

    info@whr.co.uk

    Porthmadog

    The WHHR is a small, friendly railway where the train ride is just part of the experience. Free guided tours at the heritage centre. Vintage train.

    

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