Castles · Mid Wales
Builth Wells Castle
In or near Builth Wells.
Builth Wells Castle — a castle in wales mid.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Builth Road · 3.0 km
About
Builth Wells Castle is a named castle in wales mid, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Builth Wells Castle is a historic castle located in Builth, Mid Wales. This site features remnants of a medieval fortification, significant for its strategic position. The castle's ruins offer insight into the region's past and its role in local history. It is situated within the parish of Builth and is accessible to visitors interested in exploring its historical context.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1491, -3.3986
- District
- Powys
- Parish
- Builth
- Postcode
- LD2 3EL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
- Nearest railway station
- Builth Road — 3 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-6287133 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Builth Wells Castle?
- Builth Wells Castle is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LD2 3EL), in the parish of Builth.
- What is Builth Wells Castle?
- Builth Wells Castle — a castle in wales mid.
- How do I get to Builth Wells Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Builth Road, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode LD2 3EL.
- Does Builth Wells Castle charge admission?
- Builth Wells Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Builth Wells Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Builth Road, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LD2 3EL.