Literary houses · South Wales
Hen Castell, Llangattock
Hen Castell, Llangattock — a literary house museum in wales south.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Whistle Inn halt · 6.7 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Hen Castell, Llangattock 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. fortified manor house in Llangattock, Powys, Wales, UK
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Place summary
Hen Castell is a literary house located in Llangattock, South Wales. It is known for its historical significance in Welsh literature. The house has been associated with various writers and serves as a testament to the region's cultural heritage. Visitors can explore its literary connections and the surrounding scenic landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8422, -3.1441
- District
- Powys
- Parish
- Llangattock
- Postcode
- NP8 1LH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
- Nearest railway station
- Whistle Inn halt — 6.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q39011452 (CC0)
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Archaeological sites · South Wales
Hen Castell
Hen Castell — a archaeological in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges · South Wales
Llwmus Bridge
Llwmus Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges · South Wales
Lower Yard Bridge
Lower Yard Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges · South Wales
Pen-pedair-heol Bridge
Pen-pedair-heol Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Historic bridges · South Wales
Upper Yard Bridge
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hen Castell, Llangattock?
- Hen Castell, Llangattock is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP8 1LH), in the parish of Llangattock.
- What is Hen Castell, Llangattock?
- Hen Castell, Llangattock — a literary house museum in wales south.
- How do I get to Hen Castell, Llangattock?
- The nearest railway station is Whistle Inn halt, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP8 1LH.
- How do I get to Hen Castell, Llangattock?
- The nearest railway station is Whistle Inn halt, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP8 1LH.