Castles · North Wales
Tomen Y Bala Castle
In or near Llandrillo.
Tomen Y Bala Castle — a castle in wales-north, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bala (Penybont) · 1.1 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Tomen Y Bala Castle is a castle located in wales-north, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Tomen Y Bala Castle is a medieval castle located in North Wales. The site features earthworks dating back to the 12th century, indicative of its historical significance. It is an important example of early Welsh fortifications.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9116, -3.5954
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Bala
- Postcode
- LL23 7NH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- Nearest railway station
- Bala (Penybont) — 1.1 km
Sources
- osm: node/3074093224 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Tomen Y Bala Castle?
- Tomen Y Bala Castle is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL23 7NH), in the parish of Bala.
- What is Tomen Y Bala Castle?
- Tomen Y Bala Castle — a castle in wales-north, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Tomen Y Bala Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Bala (Penybont), about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL23 7NH.
- Does Tomen Y Bala Castle charge admission?
- Tomen Y Bala Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Tomen Y Bala Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Bala (Penybont), about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL23 7NH.