Castles · North Wales
Twthill, Caernarfon
In or near Newborough.
Twthill, Caernarfon — Community in the town of Caernarfon, Gwynedd and location of the Battle of Twthill in 1401.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Caernarfon · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Twthill, Caernarfon is a castle in the United Kingdom — fortified architecture from the medieval, Tudor, or Victorian-revival period. Heritage designation: National Monuments of Wales. Wikidata describes it as: "Community in the town of Caernarfon, Gwynedd and location of the Battle of Twthill in 1401". Coordinates: 53.1429°, -4.2704°.
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Official information
Galeri Caernarfon is a cultural venue that hosts a variety of artistic events and exhibitions. Visitors can enjoy cinema screenings, art displays, and community projects in a vibrant setting.
Place summary
Twthill is a castle located in Caernarfon, North Wales. It is designated as a National Monument of Wales, highlighting its historical significance. The site contributes to the rich heritage of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 53.1429, -4.2704
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Caernarfon
- Postcode
- LL55 1PF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- Phone
- 01286 685 222
- Nearest railway station
- Caernarfon — 0.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q39006316 (CC0)
- commons: Twthill, Caernarfon, Cymru - location of the Battle of Twthill against the English invaders in 1401 07.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Twthill, Caernarfon?
- Twthill, Caernarfon is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL55 1PF), in the parish of Caernarfon.
- What is Twthill, Caernarfon?
- Twthill, Caernarfon — Community in the town of Caernarfon, Gwynedd and location of the Battle of Twthill in 1401.
- How do I get to Twthill, Caernarfon?
- The nearest railway station is Caernarfon, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL55 1PF.
- Is Twthill, Caernarfon a listed building?
- Twthill, Caernarfon is officially recognised as National Monuments of Wales listed.
- Does Twthill, Caernarfon charge admission?
- Twthill, Caernarfon typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Twthill, Caernarfon?
- The nearest railway station is Caernarfon, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL55 1PF.