Castles · South Wales
St Mary Yard Mound
In or near Raglan.
St Mary Yard Mound — castle in wales south.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Abergavenny · 8.1 km
About
St Mary Yard Mound is a castle located in wales south. A British castle recorded in OpenStreetMap with a heritage quality signal.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
St Mary Yard Mound is a historical site located in Gobion Fawr, South Wales, with the postcode NP7. This site is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its proximity to the River Wye. The mound itself is a notable feature in the landscape, reflecting the area's archaeological significance. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting that highlights the natural beauty of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7573, -2.9434
- District
- Monmouthshire
- Parish
- Gobion Fawr
- Postcode
- NP7 9YF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Monmouthshire
- Nearest railway station
- Abergavenny — 8.1 km
Sources
- osm: n10984436670 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q24659463 (CC0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Mary Yard Mound?
- St Mary Yard Mound is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP7 9YF), in the parish of Gobion Fawr.
- What is St Mary Yard Mound?
- St Mary Yard Mound — castle in wales south.
- How do I get to St Mary Yard Mound?
- The nearest railway station is Abergavenny, about 8.1 km away. The nearest town is Raglan. Drivers can use postcode NP7 9YF.
- Is St Mary Yard Mound a protected site?
- Yes — St Mary Yard Mound is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Does St Mary Yard Mound charge admission?
- St Mary Yard Mound typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to St Mary Yard Mound?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NP7 9YF. It sits within the Monmouthshire parliamentary constituency.