Laugharne Castle, Medieval castle and archaeological site in Carmarthenshire, Wales.
The stone fortification stands on a coastal promontory, with two round towers and thick walls overlooking the Taf estuary in South Wales.
Originally built in 1116 by Robert Courtemain, the castle witnessed major negotiations between Henry II of England and Rhys ap Gruffudd in 1171.
The castle grounds include Castle House, where writers Richard Hughes and Dylan Thomas created their literary works in the twentieth century.
The castle opens to visitors from spring to autumn, with maintained pathways leading through the ruins and surrounding medieval gardens.
Parliamentary forces required a full week of siege operations to capture this stronghold during the English Civil War in 1644.
Location: Laugharne
Location: Laugharne Township
Elevation above the sea: 13.3 m
Website: https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/laugharne-castle
Website: https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/laugharne-castle
GPS coordinates: 51.76861,-4.46238
Latest update: May 11, 2025 15:26
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