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The Great Britain Guide

Hill forts · Mid Wales

Castell Bwa-drain Camp

In or near Llanilar.

Free admission

Castell Bwa-drain Camp — hillfort in Ceredigion.

Castell Bwa-drain Camp, hill forts in Mid Wales

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Rheidol Falls · 0.9 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Castell Bwa-drain Camp is a place of interest in Mid Wales. Officially recognised as scheduled monument. It sits within the Ceredigion Preseli parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Rheidol Falls, about 0.9 km away. Postcode area SY23.

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Place summary

Castell Bwa-drain Camp is a hill-fort located in Mid Wales, within the parish of Blaenrheidol. It is designated as a scheduled monument, reflecting its archaeological significance.

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Coordinates
52.3980, -3.8930
District
Ceredigion
Parish
Blaenrheidol
Postcode
SY23 3PQ
Parliamentary constituency
Ceredigion Preseli
Nearest railway station
Rheidol Falls0.9 km

Sources

Other places nearby

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Rheidol Power Station

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Where to eat & stay near Castell Bwa-drain Camp

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Hotels · Mid Wales

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Caravan parks · Mid Wales

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Campsites · Mid Wales

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Places to eat & drink

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Cafés · Mid Wales

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Cafés · Mid Wales

Consti

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Restaurants · Mid Wales

The Wildfowler

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Historic pubs · Mid Wales

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Restaurants · Mid Wales

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Castell Bwa-drain Camp?
Castell Bwa-drain Camp is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY23 3PQ), in the parish of Blaenrheidol.
What is Castell Bwa-drain Camp?
Castell Bwa-drain Camp — hillfort in Ceredigion.
How do I get to Castell Bwa-drain Camp?
The nearest railway station is Rheidol Falls, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY23 3PQ.
Is Castell Bwa-drain Camp a listed building?
Castell Bwa-drain Camp is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
Is Castell Bwa-drain Camp free to visit?
Yes, Castell Bwa-drain Camp is free to enter.
How do I get to Castell Bwa-drain Camp?
The nearest railway station is Rheidol Falls, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY23 3PQ.