Castles
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Medieval Gates of Hay Castle
The oak gates of Hay Castle in Wales are believed to be the oldest working defensive gates in Britain. Each gate is of a different construction, one dating to around the 14th century and the other around the 17th century. The castle was originally constructed as part of the Norman invasion of Wales, as a…
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Ogmore Castle
Ogmore Castle (Castell Ogwr) is located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales. The Castle was built by the Normans in the 12th century to guard Glamorgan against attacks from the Welsh in the west. This was part of a trio of castles including Newport and Coity. Construction began around the year 1106, first as an…
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Llawhaden Village & Castle
LLawhaden in Pembrokeshire, Wales. This village not only contains the remains of an impressive castle, but also a medieval hospital and chapel, making this an important place for understanding the growth and decline of medieval towns. During the Middle Ages, the diocese of St Davids was the largest and richest in Wales. It’s bishops were…
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