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Literary houses · South Wales

Castell Glas

In or near Newport.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

Castell Glas — a literary house museum in wales south.

Housing estate in Maes Glas - geograph.org.uk - 7007462

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Newport · 2.5 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Castell Glas 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. motte-and-bailey castle in Wales, with no bailey

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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

Castell Glas is a literary house located in South Wales. It is notable for its association with prominent literary figures, serving as a residence that inspired various works. The building exemplifies architectural significance, contributing to its status in the region. Visitors can explore the literary heritage linked to this site.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.5665, -3.0087
District
Newport
Parish
Gaer
Postcode
NP20 3BW
Parliamentary constituency
Newport West and Islwyn
Nearest railway station
Newport — 2.5 km

Sources

Other places nearby

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Trampoline parks · South Wales

Jump Adventure

Jump Adventure — a trampoline park in wales-south, United Kingdom.

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West side of Newport Transporter Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 4087098📷 3

Memorials & monuments · South Wales

Tom Toya Lewis

Tom Toya Lewis — a memorial in South Wales, United Kingdom.

Free🐕↗ newportdiyanet.org
St Stephen's church📷 3

Abbeys & priories · South Wales

St Stephen's church

St Stephen's church — church in Pillgwenlly, Newport, Wales, UK.

Free👶↗ newportdiyanet.org
The Gilt Room, Tredegar House, Newport - geograph.org.uk - 5145229📷 5

Cafés · South Wales

Brewhouse

Brewhouse — a café in wales south.

↗ nationaltrust.org.uk
The Waterloo Hotel, close to Newport transporter bridge - geograph.org.uk - 7007429📷 3

Memorials & monuments · South Wales

David "Bomber" Pearce

David "Bomber" Pearce — a memorial in South Wales, United Kingdom.

Free🐕↗ newportdiyanet.org

Where to eat & stay near Castell Glas

Places to stay

Country Park Lake - geograph.org.uk - 2139799📷 5

Caravan parks · South Wales

Tredegar House

Tredegar House — a caravan park in wales south.

↗ caravanclub.co.uk
Debenhams name sign, Upper Dock Street, Newport - geograph.org.uk - 5905990📷 5

Hotels · South Wales

Mercure Hotel

Mercure Hotel — a hotel in wales south.

Free♿↗ mercurenewport.co.uk
Shared-use track by Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal in Cefn - geograph.org.uk - 7012133📷 7

Hotels · South Wales

Rising Sun

Rising Sun — a hotel in wales south.

↗ therisingsunnewport.co.uk
Entrance to Castleton Turf premises - geograph.org.uk - 7449606📷 5

Campsites · South Wales

Ty Coch Camping & Caravanning

Ty Coch Camping & Caravanning — a campsite in wales south.

Road from Caerleon towards Christchurch - geograph.org.uk - 6537652📷 5

B&Bs · South Wales

The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn — a bed-and-breakfast in wales south.

↗ theshipinncaerleon.co.uk
Bilingual brown direction signs, High Street, Caerleon - geograph.org.uk - 8250994📷 5

Hotels · South Wales

The Priory Hotel

The Priory Hotel — a hotel in wales south.

↗ thepriorycaerleon.co.uk

Places to eat & drink

The Gilt Room, Tredegar House, Newport - geograph.org.uk - 5145229📷 5

Cafés · South Wales

Brewhouse

Brewhouse — a café in wales south.

↗ nationaltrust.org.uk
Yellow and green box on a High Street wall, Newport - geograph.org.uk - 7869396📷 5

Historic pubs · South Wales

Ye Olde Murenger House

Ye Olde Murenger House in Wales South, United Kingdom.

↗ southwalesargus.co.uk
Milestone, Fourteen Locks Museum - geograph.org.uk - 6864177📷 7

Cafés · South Wales

Fourteen Locks Canal Centre

Fourteen Locks Canal Centre — a café in wales south.

Free↗ mbact.org.uk
Man of Steel - geograph.org.uk - 7883875📷 5

Restaurants · South Wales

The Man of Steel

The Man of Steel — a restaurant in wales south.

↗ facebook.com
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Restaurants · South Wales

Harvester

Harvester — a restaurant in wales south.

Free↗ harvester.co.uk
Toby Carvery📷 5

Restaurants · South Wales

Toby Carvery

Toby Carvery — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Toby Carvery.

Free♿↗ tobycarvery.co.uk

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Upper Lamphey tower house — a literary house museum in wales south.

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The Church of St Nicholas and St John, Monkton - geograph.org.uk - 4850812📷 5

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Priory Farmhouse — a literary house museum in wales south.

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Sheep and fields near Llandough - geograph.org.uk - 2764705📷 5

Literary houses · South Wales

Llandough Castle

Llandough Castle — a literary house museum in wales south.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Castell Glas?
Castell Glas is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP20 3BW), in the parish of Gaer.
What is Castell Glas?
Castell Glas — a literary house museum in wales south.
How do I get to Castell Glas?
The nearest railway station is Newport, about 2.5 km away. The nearest town is Newport. Drivers can use postcode NP20 3BW.
Is Castell Glas a protected site?
Yes — Castell Glas is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Castell Glas?
The nearest railway station is Newport, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP20 3BW.