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Monmouth Castle (Welsh: Castell Trefynwy) is a castle close to the centre of the town of Monmouth, the county town of Monmouthshire, on a hill above the River Monnow in south-east Wales. Once an important border castle, and birthplace of Henry V of England , it stood until the English Civil War when it was damaged and changed hands three times before being slighted to prevent it being ...
Architecture. The original castle from the 11th century was a timber – earth circuit of the walls (ringwork). Fortifications were oval in the plan and consisted of earth ramparts crowned with a timber palisade and, additionally, a moat on the eastern and southern sides. The north and west sides were protected by a steep, natural escarpment ...
Directions. Road. Monmouth town centre. Bike. NCN Route No.423 (0.3m/0.5km) View all Cadw places on a map. Ruined castle with a regal historyIt’s a surprise to find this ruin, tucked away as it is in a lane off Monmouth’s main shopping street. Strategically located at crossings of the River Wye and River Monnow, only a few fragments ...
Monmouth Castle occupies a large rocky outcrop overlooking the River Monnow upstream of its confluence with the River Wye. The mound is an irregular shape, with a pronounced curve on the north-west corner, and measures a substantial 80 metres by 100 metres, roughly speaking.
Access – Getting There. The castle in Monmouth is located just off Priory Street in Monmouth, Wales. The town itself is just off the A40 north of Bristol, south of Hereford and due west of Gloucester and Cheltenham. Visitors to Monmouth may also want to visit nearby Monnow Bridge – aslo part of the town’s defences – or the nearby, so ...
Aug 20, 2024 · Visiting Monmouth Castle also opens the door to exploring the wider heritage of Monmouth. The town is rich in history, with numerous other historical sites, charming streets, and local markets. The castle serves as a starting point for a deeper exploration of Monmouth's past and present, offering insights into the life and times of this fascinating region.
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Monmouth Castle's story is a tapestry of historical events that have shaped the region. Founded in the late 11th century, it played a pivotal role in various historical events, including the famous battles and political intrigues of medieval Britain.
