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Conwy Castle

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Begun in 1283, bristling with eight round towers and two barbicans. The castle's defensive walls extend to take in the entire medieval core of Conwy town. Edward I considered the site of such strategic importance in his conquest of the Welsh that he rushed craftsmen to Conwy from all over England, and the castle was erected in just one summer of frantic work. The result is one of the most imposing fortresses in all of Europe. Unlike many Edwardian castles, Conwy is rectangular in plan, rather than the more common design of concentric circles. Visitors can still walk along Edward's curtain wall, and climb the towers for wonderful views. The Great Hall in the outer ward is very large, stretching to 125 feet. The inner ward still showcases remains of the former royal apartments, plus a small chapel. Conwy is reached by a lovely Regency suspension bridge built by noted engineer Thomas Telford.
Conwy, Gwynedd, Wales, LL32 8AY

About Conwy Castle
Attraction Type: Castle
Website: Conwy Castle
Phone: 01492 592 358
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Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express
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Tyddyn Llan - 4.3 miles from Conwy Castle Eglwysbach, Clwyd Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £350

Bridge Cottage - 9.9 miles from Conwy Castle Conwy, Gwynedd Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £280

Bryn Amlwg Toll House - 10.2 miles from Conwy Castle Llanws, Gwynedd Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £150

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The Castle Hotel - 0.2 miles from Conwy Castle Conwy, Gwynedd Stay from: £62.50

Castlebank Hotel - 0.3 miles from Conwy Castle Conwy, Gwynedd Stay from: £55.00

Sychnant Pass House - 0.4 miles from Conwy Castle Conwy, Gwynedd Stay from: £110.00

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Brigstock House - 2.8 miles from Conwy Castle Llandudno, Gwynedd From: £29.00

The Carmen - 2.9 miles from Conwy Castle Llandudno, Gwynedd From: £45.00

St. Hilary Guest House - 2.9 miles from Conwy Castle Llandudno, Gwynedd From: £38.00

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Conwy
Conwy Castle Visitor Centre
Conwy Castle
Conwy
Clwyd
Wales
LL32 8LD
Tel: 01492 592248
Fax: 01492 573545
Email: conwytic@conwy.gov.uk
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