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The Great Britain Guide

Literary houses Β· North Wales

Tomen y Rhodwydd

β™Ώ Wheelchair accessible

Tomen y Rhodwydd β€” a literary house museum in wales north.

Tomen y Rhodwydd, built by King Owain Gwynedd in 1149, is a Welsh motte and bailey castle, Denbighshire - Powys border, Cymru, Wales 08

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Berwyn Β· 8.7 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Tomen y Rhodwydd is a literary house museum located in wales north. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. motte and bailey castle in Denbighshire, Wales

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Place summary

Tomen y Rhodwydd is a historic literary house located in North Wales, established in 1149. This site is notable for its long-standing connection to Welsh literature and culture. It offers insights into the region's literary heritage and its evolution over the centuries. Visitors can explore the grounds that have inspired many writers and poets throughout history.

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Coordinates
53.0554, -3.2295
District
Denbighshire
Parish
Llandegla
Postcode
LL11 3AY
Parliamentary constituency
Clwyd East
Established
1149
Nearest railway station
Berwyn β€” 8.7 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tomen y Rhodwydd?
Tomen y Rhodwydd is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL11 3AY), in the parish of Llandegla.
What is Tomen y Rhodwydd?
Tomen y Rhodwydd β€” a literary house museum in wales north.
How do I get to Tomen y Rhodwydd?
The nearest railway station is Berwyn, about 8.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL11 3AY.
When was Tomen y Rhodwydd built?
Built or established in 1149.
How do I get to Tomen y Rhodwydd?
Drivers can navigate to postcode LL11 3AY. It sits within the Clwyd East parliamentary constituency.