Caergwrle Castle, Caergwrle, United Kingdom

Caergwrle Castle is located in the town of Caergwrle, in Flintshire, Wales. Believed to have been preceded by a hill fort, it was constructed in 1277 by Dafydd ap Gruffydd under the reward of King Edward I. The castle had notable features such as D-shaped towers and a circular keep. It was partially destroyed during Dafydd's revolt in 1282 but was restored by Reginald de Grey. Edward gifted the castle to his wife Eleanor of Castile but it suffered damage in a fire. Subsequent repairs were not made, and the castle fell into ruin. Caergwrle Bowl, an archaeological find from the Bronze Age, was discovered in the vicinity in 1823. Excavations were conducted in the late 20th century, and the castle ruins are now maintained by Caergwrle Community Council. The site is listed as a Grade I structure.

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Pingu the Penguin (6 months ago)
Beautiful hidden historic gem with a fascinating history to learn. Steep climb to get to it but well worth it if you love history (probably burnt off all the calories from my hotel breakfast LOL). Once you get up there you'll realise it's only a small ruin but it's easy to envision from what you do get what it was like back in the day, and two information signs tell the full story of the castle. For a free Cadw castle it is well looked after, they were doing maintenance on it when I was there. Unusually for Cadw, it's also dog friendly, so you can soak up the history and atmosphere of the castle while your best friends enjoy a free doggy playground. The views from the top of the tranquil castle hill are stunning, too, of endless mountains and farmland, so well worth the climb for the history, tranquility and views (going down again afterwards is a walk in the park). All this, 15 minutes away from Wrexham City Centre so a beautiful local gem.

Toni Sterling (6 months ago)
Very cool castle ruins! Originally built for the Prince of Wales. It has a nice view of the surrounding town as well. Parked in free lot on high street. Short walk to entrance. Follow steps and stay to the right to reach the castle. It is a bit step, but a short walk.

Shailendra Singh Rajawat (8 months ago)
Peaceful, Calm place. You can visit if you are nearby.

Phil Coleman (2 years ago)
Living in the Wrexham area for 47 years and last week was the first time I went up to caergwrle castle great views and great place to visit

Simon Eastwood (2 years ago)
Great little ruined castle you can run around. It was built around 1378 and abandoned only 50 some years in 1335! Something to see after nearly 700 years in ruins! Amazing what is left!

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