Castles · South Wales
Defensible Barracks
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Defensible Barracks — a castle in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Eirian Evans — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Pembroke Dock · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Defensible Barracks is a castle located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Pembroke Dock is a small town in Wales known for its rich history and various attractions. Visitors can explore nearby sites such as Pembroke Castle and the Pembroke Museum, as well as enjoy the local dining scene. The town offers a peaceful atmosphere and is a great destination for those who appreciate both indoor and outdoor activities.
Place summary
Defensible Barracks is a castle located in South Wales. It is notable for its strategic military design, built to withstand sieges and attacks. The structure reflects the architectural needs of its time, serving as a significant example of defensive fortifications.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6894, -4.9519
- District
- Pembrokeshire
- Parish
- Pembroke Dock
- Postcode
- SA72 6NT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid and South Pembrokeshire
- Nearest railway station
- Pembroke Dock — 1.1 km
- Official site
- www.sunderlandtrust.com
Sources
- osm: node/11964217023 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Dockyard Chapel
Historic churches · 0.5 km
Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre
Museums · 0.5 km
Paterchurch Tower
Memorials & monuments · 0.6 km
Pembroke Port
Marinas · 0.7 km
Pembroke Dockyard
Marinas · 0.7 km
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Meyrick Street Methodist Chapel
Chapels · 0.7 km
Church of Saint John The Evangelist, Bush Street (S Side)
Historic churches · 0.7 km
The War Memorial, Bush Street (S Side)
Memorials & monuments · 0.7 km
Astra Cinema and Theatre
Theatres · 0.8 km
Pembroke Dock
Villages · 0.8 km
Pembroke Dock railway station
Heritage railway stations · 1.1 km
Slipway & Quay Wall at Hobb's Point, Pier Road
Marinas · 1.3 km
Nearby
📷 3Historic churches · South Wales
Dockyard Chapel
Dockyard Chapel — chapel in Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, Wales.
📷 3Museums · South Wales
Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre
Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre — Museum in Pembroke Dock, Wales, United Kingdom.
📷 5Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Paterchurch Tower
Paterchurch Tower — scheduled monument-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Meyrick Street Methodist Chapel
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Where to eat & stay near Defensible Barracks
Places to stay
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📷 7Hotels · South Wales
The Old Kings Arms Hotel
The Old Kings Arms Hotel — a hotel in wales south.
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📷 5Caravan parks · South Wales
Windmill Hill Caravan Park
Windmill Hill Caravan Park — a caravan park in wales south.
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📷 5Campsites · South Wales
Cwtch Camping
Cwtch Camping — a campsite in wales south.
Places to eat & drink
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📷 7Restaurants · South Wales
The Stone Crab
The Stone Crab — a restaurant in wales south.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Defensible Barracks?
- Defensible Barracks is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA72 6NT), in the parish of Pembroke Dock.
- What is Defensible Barracks?
- Defensible Barracks — a castle in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Defensible Barracks?
- The nearest railway station is Pembroke Dock, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA72 6NT.
- Does Defensible Barracks charge admission?
- Defensible Barracks typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Defensible Barracks?
- The nearest railway station is Pembroke Dock, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA72 6NT.