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9 Castles in Carmarthenshire<\/h2>\n
The remains of nine castles can be found in Carmarthenshire.<\/p>\n
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1. Carreg Cennen Castle<\/h2>\n
Location:<\/strong> 4.6 miles southeast of Llandeilo<\/p>\n Carreg Cennen Castle<\/a> was originally built in the 12th century as a Welsh Castle. It was in English possession from the 13th Century and destroyed during the 14th Century due to being seen as a threat to the monarchy. The castle is situated in a commanding position on a rocky outcrop high above the lands below.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> In the centre of Carmarthen town<\/p>\n Carmarthen Castle<\/a> is a Norman Castle, built during the 12th century. Became the County prison in the 18th Century. The Castle is in the centre of Carmarthen Town – head for Nott Square for entrance through a remaining gatehouse.<\/p>\n Location:\u00a0<\/strong>On the outskirts of Llandeilo<\/p>\n Built in the 12th century as a Welsh Castle. Dinefwr Castle<\/a> is now owned by the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. The castle can be found on the outskirts of Llandeilo in Dinefwr Park.<\/p>\n Location:\u00a0<\/strong>On a rock outcrop along the B4297, south of Dryslwyn<\/p>\n A Welsh castle that was taken over in the 13th century.\u00a0 Dryslwyn Castle<\/a> sits on a rocky outcrop next to the B4297 off the A40 Carmarthen to Llandeilo Road – just south of the village of Dryslwyn.<\/p>\n Location: <\/strong>Within the town of Kidwelly<\/p>\n A Norman Castle built in the 13th century. It fell to the Welsh a number of times and used as a Judicial Court during the 17th century. You can find Kidwelly Castle<\/a> in the town of Kidwelly overlooking the River Gwendraeth.<\/p>\n Location: <\/strong>In the town of Laugharne<\/p>\n The remains seen today are that of a 13th-century castle built by the de Brian family, although Laugharne Castle<\/a> was likely in ruins by the late 16th century. The castle is situated in the town of Laugharne near the River Taf.<\/p>\n Location: <\/strong>Within the town of Llandovery<\/p>\n Llandovery Castle<\/a> is of Norman origin but has changed hands many times through many sieges before being abandoned as a ruin during the 14th century. Situated in the town of Llandovery, you can find it behind the principal car park for the town.<\/p>\n Location:\u00a0<\/strong>Just outside the village of Llanstephan<\/p>\n Llanstephan Castle<\/a> is also of Norman origin, and the castle changed hands many times before being converted into a residence at some point during the 15th century. The castle sits above the River Towi near the village of Llanstephan.<\/p>\n Location:\u00a0<\/strong>On a hilltop in Newcastle Emlyn<\/p>\n Newcastle Emlyn Castle<\/a> is a Welsh castle that was built during the 13th century. It was later blown up during the 17th century, to make sure it could not be defended. The castle sits on a hilltop overlooking the River Teifi in Newcastle Emlyn.<\/p>\n Discover the history of Wales from one of our delightful Carmarthenshire cottages<\/a> – choose from cosy cottages in the countryside and spacious family homes in the popular towns of the county. Or read our guide to the best castles in West Wales<\/a> for more mighty fortresses waiting to be explored.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Wales is world-renowned for its historic castles – over 600, in fact! But did you know that there are nine castles in Carmarthenshire that are well worth a visit? While many are remains of what was once a mighty stronghold, these ruins offer a great day out for keen history buffs. 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Carmarthen Castle<\/h2>\n
3. Dinefwr Castle<\/h2>\n
4. Dryslwyn Castle<\/h2>\n
5. Kidwelly Castle<\/h2>\n
6. Laugharne Castle<\/h2>\n
7. Llandovery Castle<\/h2>\n
8. Llanstephan Castle<\/h2>\n
9. Newcastle Emlyn Castle<\/h2>\n
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