The Top 5 Castles around Mawr
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Mawr. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Mawr. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 27, 2025
Carreg Cennen Castle
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The Castle farm has a great tea room with home cooking. The also have rare long horn cattle which are around the base of the castle
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Carreg Cennen Castle Entrance and Information Signs
Highlight • Historical Site
Free Car Parking available (donations welcome) and information signage provided about the general area.
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Craig-y-Nos Castle Café and Ticket Office
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Little Cafe and shop which is nice (you can't get a full cooked breakfast but cakes and toast etc available). You also purchase your tickets for the Castle Visit at the till.
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Penlle'r Castell Earthworks, Mynydd y Betws
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Mynydd y Betws is a mountain or large hill located on the border between Swansea and Carmarthenshire in South Wales, between Ammanford and Clydach. It is an area of upland …
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Carreg Cennen Castle
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This castle is sited on a high rocky outcrop overlooking the River Cennen, close to the village of Trap and within the Brecon Beacons National Park.
It has a spectacular …
It has a spectacular …
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