Castles · South Wales
Penller Castell
In or near Betws.
Penller Castell — a castle in wales south.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Pantyffynnon · 4.4 km
About
Penller Castell 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
Penller Castell is a castle located in Pontardawe, South Wales. This historic site features impressive ruins that reflect its medieval origins. The castle is situated within a scenic landscape, providing a glimpse into the region's architectural heritage. Its remnants are of interest to those studying the history of Wales and its fortifications.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7691, -3.9356
- District
- Neath Port Talbot
- Parish
- Pontardawe
- Postcode
- SA8 4RU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
- Nearest railway station
- Pantyffynnon — 4.4 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-6285882 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Penller Castell?
- Penller Castell is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA8 4RU), in the parish of Pontardawe.
- What is Penller Castell?
- Penller Castell — a castle in wales south.
- How do I get to Penller Castell?
- The nearest railway station is Pantyffynnon, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA8 4RU.
- Does Penller Castell charge admission?
- Penller Castell typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Penller Castell?
- The nearest railway station is Pantyffynnon, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA8 4RU.