Castles · South Wales
Caerleon Castle Mound
In or near Caerleon.
Caerleon Castle Mound — a castle in South Wales, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Newport · 4.1 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Caerleon Castle Mound is a castle located in South Wales, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Caerleon Castle Mound is a historic castle site located in South Wales. It features an earthwork mound that is a remnant of the Roman fortifications established in the area. The site is significant for its archaeological importance and connection to the Roman military presence in Britain.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6099, -2.9509
- District
- Newport
- Parish
- Caerleon
- Postcode
- NP18 1AJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newport East
- Nearest railway station
- Newport — 4.1 km
Sources
- osm: way/1036778676 (ODbL)
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The Priory Hotel & Restaurant
Restaurants · 0.3 km
Nearby
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Church of Ss David, Julian and Aaron
Church of Ss David, Julian and Aaron — Grade II listed building-listed church in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · South Wales
Arthur Guinivere Lancelot
Arthur Guinivere Lancelot — a public art in South Wales, United Kingdom.
📷 4Gardens · South Wales
The Mynde
The Mynde — a garden in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 4Gardens · South Wales
Caerleon Arts Festival
Caerleon Arts Festival — a garden in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 5Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Tower to the south west of, and attached to, The Hanbury Arms
Tower to the south west of, and attached to, The Hanbury Arms — scheduled monument-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Caerleon Castle Mound
Places to stay
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The Priory Hotel
The Priory Hotel — a hotel in wales south.
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The Ship Inn
The Ship Inn — a bed-and-breakfast in wales south.
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Coldra Court Hotel
Coldra Court Hotel — a hotel in wales south.
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📷 5Places to eat & drink
📷 7Restaurants · South Wales
The Priory Hotel & Restaurant
The Priory Hotel & Restaurant — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: international. 3-star.
📷 5Restaurants · South Wales
Toby Carvery
Toby Carvery — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Toby Carvery.
📷 5Restaurants · South Wales
The Man of Steel
The Man of Steel — a restaurant in wales south.
📷 5Historic pubs · South Wales
Ye Olde Murenger House
Ye Olde Murenger House in Wales South, United Kingdom.
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📷 7Cafés · South Wales
Fourteen Locks Canal Centre
Fourteen Locks Canal Centre — a café in wales south.
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Caerleon Castle Mound?
- Caerleon Castle Mound is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP18 1AJ), in the parish of Caerleon.
- What is Caerleon Castle Mound?
- Caerleon Castle Mound — a castle in South Wales, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Caerleon Castle Mound?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 4.1 km away. The nearest town is Caerleon. Drivers can use postcode NP18 1AJ.
- Is Caerleon Castle Mound a protected site?
- Yes — Caerleon Castle Mound is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Does Caerleon Castle Mound charge admission?
- Caerleon Castle Mound typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Caerleon Castle Mound?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 4.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP18 1AJ.