Literary houses · South Wales
Castell Coch
In or near Ystradfellte.
Castell Coch — a literary house museum in wales south.
Alan Hughes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Castell Coch is a literary house museum located in wales south. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. castle in Ystradfellte, Powys, Wales, UK
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Place summary
Castell Coch is a 19th-century Gothic revival castle located in South Wales. Designed by architect William Burges, it is known for its ornate interiors and picturesque setting. The castle is often associated with the literary works of the Victorian era, reflecting the romantic ideals of the time. It is a Grade I listed building, recognised for its architectural significance and historical value.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8184, -3.5452
- District
- Powys
- Parish
- Ystradfellte
- Postcode
- CF44 9JD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
Sources
- wikidata: Q20589757 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castell Coch?
- Castell Coch is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF44 9JD), in the parish of Ystradfellte.
- What is Castell Coch?
- Castell Coch — a literary house museum in wales south.
- How do I get to Castell Coch?
- Drivers can use postcode CF44 9JD.
- How do I get to Castell Coch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CF44 9JD. It sits within the Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe parliamentary constituency.