Criccieth Castle stands just outside the sea town of Criccieth. The walls and towers of the castle are in ruins, however the gatehouse still helps keeps the imposing castle. The spectacular views from the castle over the surrounding coastline emphases the strategic position it had.
It is only a short distance walk on the coastal headland from Criccieth town centre
Criccieth Castle
Castle Street
Criccieth
Gwynedd
LL52 0DP
Wales
Caernarfon Castle is one of the most famous in Wales. Built by Edward I to look imperial Romans, commanding on the skyline. It was a royal residence for many years and is still used today for some ceremonies. It is a World Heritage site.
Telephone: +44 (0144) 3336000
Penrhyn Castle
Victorian fantasy castle with spectacular scenic views over Snowdonia.
Penrhyn Castle
Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 4HN
Telephone: 01248 353084
Gwydir lies on the edge of the flood plain of the river Conwy, this flood plain would provide fertile farm land in the Conwy valley (Nantconwy). This fertile plain has been bitterly contested for many hundreds of years. The castle formed an important manorial centre for the local area and through the ages has sustained multiple attacks by local bandits.
In the 14th century the castle belonged to Hywel Coetmore, who commanded a force of bowmen for the Black Prince. It is most likely for this action that during the war of the Roses the castle was destroyed as an act of retribution.
The castle is now in private hands and is open to the public daily from March to October.
Mr & Mrs Welford
Gwydir Castle
Llanrwst
North Wales
LL26 0PN
Tel: 01492 641687
Fax: 01492 641687
Great Orme Tramway
The Great orme Tramway has been delighting visitors since it opened on July 31st 1902. Come on board and travel the tramway.
There is much to see, the view from Great Orme’s 679ft (207m) summit are beautiful. You can see Snowdonia, Anglesey and on a clear day all they way to Blackpool and the Lake District.
Victoria Station, Church Walks,
Llandudno,Wales
LL30 1AZ.
Tel. 01492 879306
