Castles Β· South Wales
Llanvaches Castle
In or near Caerwent.
Llanvaches Castle β a castle in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Jaggery β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 hβ3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Severn Tunnel Junction Β· 5.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Llanvaches Castle 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
Llanvaches Castle is a medieval site characterized by low spread banks of tumbled stone that outline a sub-rectangular enclosure. The castle is situated on the summit of a hillock, providing a glimpse into its historical significance.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Llanvaches Castle is a historic castle located in South Wales. Its remnants date back to the medieval period, reflecting the region's feudal history. The site is of archaeological interest, although specific architectural details and designations are not provided.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6246, -2.8192
- District
- Newport
- Parish
- Llanvaches
- Postcode
- NP26 3BS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newport East
- Nearest railway station
- Severn Tunnel Junction β 5.3 km
- Official site
- www.coflein.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: node/3356618522 (ODbL)
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St Dyfrig's Church
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Talgarth settlement earthworks
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Where to eat & stay near Llanvaches Castle
Places to stay
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Old Barn Inn Hotel
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New Inn Hotel
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Coldra Court Hotel
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π· 5Places to eat & drink
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Ego at The Groes Wen Inn
Ego at The Groes Wen Inn β a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: mediterranean. Brand: Ego.
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Restaurants Β· South Wales
Toby Carvery
Toby Carvery β a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Toby Carvery.
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The Priory Hotel & Restaurant
The Priory Hotel & Restaurant β a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: international. 3-star.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Llanvaches Castle?
- Llanvaches Castle is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP26 3BS), in the parish of Llanvaches.
- What is Llanvaches Castle?
- Llanvaches Castle β a castle in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Llanvaches Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Severn Tunnel Junction, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP26 3BS.
- Is Llanvaches Castle a protected site?
- Yes β Llanvaches Castle is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Does Llanvaches Castle charge admission?
- Llanvaches Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Llanvaches Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Severn Tunnel Junction, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP26 3BS.