Dolforwyn Castle. Opening hours vary. Free entry.
Details
Accessibility:
There is a car park at the castle which is level, but only has room for 5 cars. The footpath to the castle is up a steep hill, which can become slippery when wet. There is a wider footpath which is gated and becomes a road which goes up to the castle. No vehicles are allowed up this footpath.
Brief Description:The remains of this castle, begun by Llywelyn ap Gruffudd ('the Last') in 1273 and captured by the English in 1277, have been revealed by excavations.
Further Information:
Address:
Dolforwyn Castle, Abermule, Powys, SY15 6JJ.
Email:
Available via website.
Phone:
01443 336000.
Website:
http://cadw.gov.wales/daysout/dolforwyncastle/?lang=en
Directions:
Dolforwyn Castle is located approx. 6 miles to the North East of Newtown via the A483. OS SO 153950.
Opening Times:
Opening hours vary – check website for details.
Transport:
For more travel information go to https://www.traveline.info/ or call 0871 200 22 33.
Amenities:
The Abermule Inn is the pub in the village, and serves hot and cold food and drinks. Alternatively, there are a number of places to eat, drink and stay in nearby Newtown.
Travel Information
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Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000
Location
Nearest Venues
1,530 metres*
Abermule Business Park, Abermule, Powys
1,586 metres*
Abermule Lock. Opening daily. Free entry.
1.01 miles*
The Abermule Inn, Abermule, Montgomery Powys
1.04 miles*
Abermule Bowls Club, Abermule, Montgomery Powys
1.04 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.