Brecon Castle, Medieval castle ruin at rivers Usk and Honddu confluence in Brecon, Wales.
The remains of the castle include stone foundations, sections of walls, and a large earth mound where the original structure stood in Norman times.
Bernard de Neufmarche constructed the first wooden castle in 1093 after defeating Welsh rulers, later replacing it with stone fortifications in the thirteenth century.
The castle grounds were transformed into the Castle of Brecon Hotel, marking the shift from military fortification to hospitality establishment in Welsh history.
Visitors can examine the castle ruins while staying at the hotel, which maintains parts of the original medieval structure within its premises.
The castle site contains evidence of human occupation dating back 5000 years, with archaeological findings of flint tool manufacturing from prehistoric times.
Location: Brecon
GPS coordinates: 51.94860,-3.39380
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:43
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