Aberystwyth Castle
Castell Aberystwyth
The ruins of a headland castle built by Edward I in 1277. Broken walls stand alongside sea views, and entry is free.
The castle was built in 1277 by Edward I, King of England, during the wars in Wales. It has a diamond-shaped concentric layout. In 1404 it was captured by Owain Glyndŵr, the Welsh national hero, and after the English Civil War it was blown up, leaving only broken walls. The ruin stands on a headland between the north and south beaches, surrounded by castle grounds and a war memorial, with wide sea views. Entry is free and the site is open all year. Combine it with the seafront promenade, the Old College and the harbour for a walking route of about 40 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Old College, Aberystwyth University
- Aberystwyth Promenade & Royal Pier
- Ceredigion Museum
- Vale of Rheidol Railway
- Constitution Hill Cliff Railway & Camera Obscura
- Pen Dinas Hillfort
- National Library of Wales
- Clarach Bay