The Land of Castles
Wales is an area rich in history, myth and legend. Centuries of this heritage are available for all to see in our many castles and The Celtic Manor Resort is ideally situated to explore these fascinating Welsh cultural landmarks.
The southeast area of Wales has 13 castles of historical significance, learn more on all of these castles.
Some of the best you'll find right on our doorstep are Caerphilly, Caldicot, White Castle Monmouth, Chepstow and Raglan.
Local Castles:
Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly Castle is one of the great medieval castles of western Europe. It is the second largest in Britain after Windsor Castle and it is the first truly concentric castle in Britain.
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Caldicot Castle
Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home, the castle has a romantic and colourful history.
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White Castle, Monmouth
This little-known historical gem is located deep in Wales's border country, today a tranquil landscape but in medieval times hotly disputed territory.
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Chepstow Castle
Perched high above the banks of the river Wye this beautifully preserved Castle is a history lesson in stone and longevity.
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Raglan Castle
This modern castle dates from between the 15th and early 17th-centuries, when the successive ruling families created a luxurious, fortified castle, complete with a large hexagonal keep, known as the Great Tower or the Yellow Tower of Gwent.
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Major Castles in southeast Wales
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