Wales is by no means a large country, but packed into every square mile there seems to be a wealth of historical sites – churches, abbeys, remnants of ancient villages. One thing that the UK has in spades, whether restored or in ruins, is castles. For most of us, castles are something we may never … Read more
Anglesey, situated off of the Northwest coastline of mainland Wales, is the largest island in England and Wales, spanning a total of 261 square miles; the Island of Anglesey is layered with history, ranging back to ancient times where a string of prehistoric remains still exist, as well as a series of historic castles, that … Read more
The Welsh capital city of Cardiff is rapidly becoming one of the UK’s most prominent cultural hubs and is a growing tourist destination for visitors both from Britain and further afield. It seamlessly combines modern facilities, such as great shops, restaurants and bars, as well as an abundance of history and heritage, such as the … Read more
When you think of North Wales, you likely imagine large spans of a barren landscape, tiny villages and lots of sheep, but that’s not all there is to it – far from it. Lurking upon rocky hilltops and nestled into mysterious valleys and mountainsides are an unbelievable array of Medieval castles, that offer so much … Read more
There’s no better way to spend your time in South Wales than by visiting a few of its many castles. No matter how ruined the castles are, each one is a sight to behold and many overlook some of the best countrysides in the country whether those views be across farmland or coastline. So get … Read more
Known as ‘The Land of Castles’, Wales boasts somewhere between 400-600 of them (depending on who you listen to!) but don’t worry if you’re now wondering where to start as we’ve selected the best castles in Wales that are worthy of a visit. These include the most famous castle in Wales; Cardiff Castle, the birthplace … Read more