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Castles to discover in the beautiful region of Pembrokeshire
By: keith lunt
Pembrokeshire in South Wales has a considerable number of castles, so it makes a terrific holiday destination for those of you fascinated in history. Kids of all ages will love exploring the towers, staircases and passageways inside these historic buildings. There are fifty one castles and forts in the county with the four main castles being Pembroke Castle, Carew Castle, Manorbier Castle and Llawhaden Castle.
Pembroke Castle is almost entirely surrounded by a peaceful mill pond and is oval in shape. It was significantly restored during Victorian times and features an imposing five storey domed keep. There is also a complex gatehouse which dominates Pembroke’s main street.
Manorbier Castle’s basic plan is almost rectangular in shape. It has a battlemented curtain wall with niches and powerful corner towers. There is also an impressive gatehouse. The castle occupies a spectacular setting perched above the beach. It is well-known for being a fascinating castle with numerous staircases, towers and battlements to investigate.
Carew Castle is an enormous stone castle set in a lovely location next to a mill pond. A working tidal mill is adjacent to the castle and you can visit both attractions in the price of the ticket.
Llawhaden Castle is actually a fortified bishop’s palace. It is situated on high ground overlooking The Vale of Eastern Cleddau and this makes for a very imposing location! It is very castle like in appearance even though it was nothing more than a very majestic residence.
Narberth Castle was built in a rectangular design. Unfortunately, it is nothing more than a ruin today although there are some fascinating legends attached to it. It is believed that the site may at some point have been occupied by Mabinogion, a collection of myths and legends. It also makes a pleasant picnic spot as much of the area has been laid to grass.
The ruins of Haverfordwest Castle tower above this small town. Regrettably, even though it appears imposing from the riverside very little remains of this castle apart from the outside wall.
Picton Castle was constructed during the thirteenth century and occupies a beautiful site. It has magnificent woodland and walled gardens. In fact there is forty acres of woodland gardens with collections of curious shrubs and wild flowers.
Only a little tower remains of Tenby Castle which is perched on the top of Castle Hill. The old town walls, however, are amazingly complete and contain the narrow, quaint streets which make up the pretty old town of Tenby.
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