Newcastle village, Bridgend. Free entry.
Details
Accessibility:
There is limited car parking directly outside monument, and no dedicated disability parking. There are no public toilets. The site is on two grassed levels with set of about 10 steps between the two, making wheelchair access difficult. Guide dogs are welcome.
Amenities:There is no café at the site. There are a few pubs nearby that serve hot and cold food and drink daily. Alternatively there are plenty of places to eat, drink and stay in Bridgend.
Brief Description:Initially a Norman castle, the ruined site appears to have been refortified by Henry II in the 1180s, as indicated by the exceptional quality of the masonry.
Address:
Newcastle Hill, Bridgend, CF31 4JN.
Email:
Available via website.
Phone:
01443 336000.
Website:
http://cadw.gov.wales/daysout/newcastle/?lang=en
Opening hours:
Opening hours vary – please check website for more details.
Directions:
Newcastle is located approx. 5 miles to the South of Bridgend via the A4065 and Cefn Glas Road. OS SS 902801.
Transport:
There is a regular bus service around Bridgend.
For more travel information go to https://www.traveline.info/ or call 0871 200 22 33.
Travel Information
For further travel information in Wales please see: www.traveline.cymru/travel-info
Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000
Location
Nearest Venues
172 metres*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.