Castles · South Wales
Castell Mawr
Castell Mawr — a castle in wales south.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Whitland · 6.9 km
About
Castell Mawr is a named castle in wales south, 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
Castell Mawr is a castle located in Llanboidy, South Wales, with the postcode SA34. The structure is notable for its historical significance within the region. While specific details about its construction and architecture are not provided, it remains a point of interest for those studying Welsh history and heritage. The castle's setting offers a glimpse into the past and the landscape of South Wales.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8781, -4.5887
- District
- Carmarthenshire
- Parish
- Llanboidy
- Postcode
- SA34 0EH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caerfyrddin
- Nearest railway station
- Whitland — 6.9 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-6287461 (CC BY 4.0)
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Castell Mawr (bailey)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castell Mawr?
- Castell Mawr is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA34 0EH), in the parish of Llanboidy.
- What is Castell Mawr?
- Castell Mawr — a castle in wales south.
- How do I get to Castell Mawr?
- The nearest railway station is Whitland, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA34 0EH.
- Does Castell Mawr charge admission?
- Castell Mawr typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Castell Mawr?
- The nearest railway station is Whitland, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA34 0EH.