Crickhowell Castle
Crickhowell Castle, Castle ruin in Crickhowell, Wales
The remains of Crickhowell Castle stand on an elevated position above the River Usk, featuring a visible oval motte and stone double tower.
Sir Grimbald Pauncefote transformed the original timber structure into a stone fortress in 1272 after marrying Sybil Turberville, the castle's heiress.
The castle bears both English and Welsh names, with locals referring to it as Castell Crucywel, reflecting the regional bilingual heritage.
The castle grounds remain accessible throughout the year within a public park, with level pathways leading to the main defensive structures.
The eastern corner tower maintains its original height, while its twin drum tower at the gatehouse has eroded to ground level.
Location: Crickhowell
Elevation above the sea: 93 m
GPS coordinates: 51.85740,-3.13782
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:36
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