Cardiff Castle, Medieval castle in Cardiff, Wales
The castle includes a Norman keep, defensive walls, Victorian Gothic mansion, and reconstructed Roman fort walls within its extensive grounds.
William the Conqueror ordered the construction of the initial motte and bailey castle in the late 11th century upon a former Roman fortification.
The castle exhibits architectural elements from multiple periods, including Roman foundations, Norman military engineering, and Victorian Gothic interior decorations.
The castle opens daily from 10:00 on weekdays and 09:00 on weekends, with last entry at 17:00, offering guided tours and special exhibitions.
During World War II, the castle walls contained air raid shelters that protected up to 1,800 Cardiff residents during German bombing campaigns.
Location: Castle
Inception: 1080s
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Elevation above the sea: 11.7 m
Fee: Yes
Opening Hours: March-October Monday-Friday 10:00-18:00, Saturday-Sunday 09:00-18:00; November-February Monday-Friday 10:00-17:00, Saturday-Sunday 09:00-17:00
Website: http://cardiffcastle.com
GPS coordinates: 51.48231,-3.18111
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:10
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