Castle Hopping in Wales: Medieval Fortresses & Royal Tales
Wales, a land steeped in history and legend, is home to an extraordinary collection of castles, each a silent sentinel guarding the nation's past. These formidable fortresses, built by Welsh princes and English kings, stand as testaments to centuries of
Step Back in Time: Exploring Wales’s Medieval Towns
Wales is a land steeped in history, and medieval heritage is woven into the fabric of our villages and towns. From imposing castles to cobbled streets and ancient churches, these historic settlements offer a glimpse into the past that's both
Off the Beaten Track: Discover Wales’s Lesser-known Castle Gems
Wales is renowned for its majestic castles, standing as testaments to a rich and turbulent history. While the iconic fortresses of Caernarfon and Conwy attract crowds, Wales boasts a wealth of lesser-known castles, offering a more intimate and tranquil experience.
Cosy Castles and Roaring Fires: Escape the Winter Chill
As the winter wind whispers through ancient trees and frost paints the landscape in silver, a different kind of magic takes hold in Wales. Nestled amidst rolling hills and dramatic coastlines, Wales's historic mansions and castles transform into havens of
Why Wales Has So Many Castles
Wales is known as the ‘land of castles’ for good reason. With over 600 castles and fortifications scattered throughout the country, Wales has more castles per square mile than any other country in Europe. So, the phrase ‘you can’t move in
Free February Half-Term Activities in Wales in 2023
Half term is almost upon us. You’ll be starting to think of activities and ideas to fill up the week and keep the kids off those pesky screens – at least some of the time! But, with the soaring cost of
South Wales Castles: Explore Years of Welsh History with All the Family in 2023
No holiday in Wales is complete without exploring one of the country’s many wonderful castles. Our posts to date about castles in Wales have been popular – do check them out. Firstly we looked at North Wales with The best Castles
The Best Castles to visit in West Wales in 2023
“You can’t move in Wales for Castles” may be a bit of an exaggeration, but Wales certainly has more than its fair share of these wonderful historic buildings. Indeed, Wales has more castles per square mile than any other country in
The top 5 reasons to book a holiday in Wales in 2023
If you have yet to decide where to book a holiday in 2023, you’ve come to the right place. Wales has so much going for it! Whether you are a young family, a retired couple, a lone traveller – or something
The best Castles to visit in North Wales this autumn and winter
Castles to visit in North Wales this autumn and winter We admit we might be a bit biased, but we can confidently state that Wales is home to some of the best castles in the world! Edward I certainly kept himself