Medieval History
Medieval Castle in Wales reopens to the public
Cadw, the Welsh Assembly Government?s heritage service, has announced that Old Beaupré Castle in southern Wales will re-open following its closure due to essential structural and conservation works on its magnificently carved Renaissance porch. The medieval manor house castle will open its doors again on Friday 18 March ready to welcome visitors.
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Welsh Castle Set To Reopen After 50 Years
The secrets of Swansea Castle are set to be revealed for the first time in nearly 50 years this week. More than 700 people will enter the historic landmark in the city centre on Friday and Saturday as part of the nationwide Open Door scheme. Visitors...
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Harlech Castle In Wales To Get Upgrades
Harlech Castle in northern Wales will soon be receiving new interpretation, presentation and visitor facilities, following the acquisition of the town?s Castle Hotel and car park by Cadw, the Welsh Assembly Government?s historic environment service. The...
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Vandals Threaten Medieval Castle In Wales
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Ewloe Castle And Surrounding Land Sold For £838,000
A 13th Century Welsh castle and surrounding land has fetched £838,000 at auction. Ewloe Castle, located in the northeastern corner of Wales, was part of a sale of land that was held earlier this week. The land was sold in five different lots fetching...
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13th Century Welsh Castle Goes Up For Auction
A 13th century Welsh castle is set to be sold at auction tomorrow, despite efforts by local residents to stop the sale. Ewloe Castle, in Flintshire county in the northeasten corner of Wales, is to to be auctioned with four other lots which are expected...
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