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Pembroke Castle (Welsh: Castell Penfro) is a medieval castle in the centre of Pembroke, Pembrokeshire in Wales. The castle was the original family seat of the Earldom of Pembroke . A Grade I listed building since 1951, it underwent major restoration during the early 20th century.
Pembroke Castle - Stunning medieval castle in Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, West Wales. Plan Your Visit. Discover What's On. Explore The Castle. Opening hours are 10:00am - 5:00pm with last entry at 4:00pm. Free guided tours start at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. There is no need to book tickets in advance. We are now only accepting walk-up customers.
May 18, 2021 · Pembroke Castle’s 12th century stone structure is today open to the public and is the largest privately-owned castle in Wales. The castle is also noteworthy for being Britain’s only castle built over a natural cave, known as the Wogan, which has been inhabited since the prehistoric era.
Pembroke Castle has a long and fascinating history, for it was around 1093 that Arnulf de Montgomery built the small inner bailey standing at the end of the promontory. Only a few years later the castle withstood a long siege by the Welsh, although its defenders were near starvation.
Opening Times & Prices. Admission Prices. Admission tickets are only available to buy at the castle on the day from the Admissions Kiosk at the castle entranceway. There is no need to book in advance. Person caring for a disabled visitor will enter for FREE. *You may be asked to produce proof of disability allowance.
Idyllically set on the banks of the river estuary, this mighty fortress is largely intact, and its endless passages, tunnels and stairways are great fun to explore, plus there are super exhibitions, which tell the tale of its medieval life.
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An enormous oval castle, mostly surrounded by a serene mill pond. Extensively restored in Victorian times, it’s dominated by the complex gatehouse on the outside and the huge circular keep once you’re inside.
