Medieval History
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 to the tour, which has sold out, will be able to explore the first floor of the medieval castle, cellars, and the 18th century prison cells.
Inspector of ancient monuments at heritage organisation Cadw, Rick Turner, said: "We have owned the ruins of the castle since 1961 and over the past year there has been a lot of co-operation between Swansea Council and us to realise the potential of the building and the area as well.
"We are confident in opening up the castle on Friday and I am sure if it is successful, there will be more events like it. There is an awful lot of building here to see."
Click here to read this article from the South Wales Evening Post
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Medieval History
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 to the tour, which has sold out, will be able to explore the first floor of the medieval castle, cellars, and the 18th century prison cells.
Inspector of ancient monuments at heritage organisation Cadw, Rick Turner, said: "We have owned the ruins of the castle since 1961 and over the past year there has been a lot of co-operation between Swansea Council and us to realise the potential of the building and the area as well.
"We are confident in opening up the castle on Friday and I am sure if it is successful, there will be more events like it. There is an awful lot of building here to see."
Click here to read this article from the South Wales Evening Post
- Swansea Castle To Be Opened To Visitors This Weekend
Swansea Castle in Wales will be opened up for public tours this weekend, allowing people to explore the medieval Welsh ruin. It?s only the third time in decades that people will have the chance to explore the historic attraction. As part of the festivities...
- 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...
- Vandals Threaten Medieval Castle In Wales
Medieval castle remains in Powys could be forced to close because of vandalism. People have damaged the structure of Bronllys Castle at Talgarth by throwing historic stones off the top, says Welsh monument agency Cadw. The castle only recently reopened...
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