Dolforwyn Castle was constructed in 1273 by Llewelyn ap Gruffudd . The prince needed to consolidate his hold on southern Powys to demonstrate his authority over the untrustworthy Gruffudd ap Gwenwynwyn, and check the growing strength of the Marcher Lord Roger Mortimer.

A lovely, privately owned castle, in it’s hay day back in 1102, the Doomsday Book notes that Clifford Castle belonged to Ralph Tosny and there was a small settlement here complising of 16 houses. A deer park and a Cluniac Priory were founded here, although Clifford never expanded past its village size due to the urban competition from near by Hay-on-Wye.

Castell Dinas is one of my favourite castles. Despite the fact there really isn’t much masonry to see, the hill that the castle sits upon is so recognisable as an ancient celtic hillfort.

Some evidence suggests that the castle was possibly constructed over an earlier Roman Fort. The early castle was a ‘motte and bailey castle, the most common form of Norman fortification, probably built by Phillip de Breos in about 1100.

Entering the castle from the carpark you walk up some steps that lead into the castle ground. The first thing to strike you is the round tower that sits in the centre.

The largest and most impressive of the Three Castles. Visit White Castle and see for yourself the impressive moat and gate house with its textbook medieval architecture.

Located in Marches territory, this castle was originally built in the late 12th Century, when it would have started as a wooden keep built on a bailey put in place by Norman Robert Fitz Pons.

Tretower Castle is a captivating medieval stronghold located in the village of Tretower, Powys, Wales. Built in the 13th century, the castle played a vital role in guarding the strategic route through the Brecon Beacons.

Abergavenny Castle is a historic landmark located in the town of Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales. With its origins dating back to the 11th century, the castle holds a significant place in Welsh history.