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Tretower Court and Castle/ Llys a Chastell Tre-tŵr
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Helen
May 12, 2018
A great morning or afternoon activity.... take a picnic if it's nice weather!
Jacqui
February 9, 2017
The castle sits in a strategic position on the north bank of the River Usk, where the road through the Usk Valley branches towards Talgarth and the Wye Valley. From here, any medieval lord could exercise control over his land. The remains that are visible today date from the 13th century, but the original castle on the site was a Norman motte and bailey castle, a large earthen mound topped with wooden defences. It was built during the Norman conquest of the ancient kingdom of Brycheiniog, when powerful Norman nobles settled in Brecon and the surrounding area to establish their control. This wooden castle was rebuilt in stone in the mid 12th century. A shell keep was built, a hall and s
The castle sits in a strategic position on the north bank of the River Usk, where the road through the Usk Valley branches towards Talgarth and the Wye Valley. From here, any medieval lord could exercise control over his land. The remains that are visible today date from the 13th century, but the o…
Llinos
August 23, 2020
Historic site in a beautiful part of the country.
Hilary
August 17, 2020
Another little historical gem that's super close to the cottage.
Belinda
June 12, 2020
Just a short drive past Crickhowell - a pretty place to visit
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