Beaumaris is known as the greatest castle never built. The castle was constructed as part of Edward I's campaign to conquer north Wales after 1282. Whilst Edward and his architect James of St George had grand visions for the castle, lack of funds meant building work petered out in the 1320s. As such, the south gatehouse and the six great towers never reached their intended height and the Llanfaes gate was hardly started before work was abandoned.

David Howells

December 21, 2020

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Part of the ABC 'All Bloody Castles' tour of North Wales. Known as one of the fantastic four castles of North Wales comprising of Harlech, Conwy, Caernarfon and Beaumaris. UNESCO considers Beaumaris to be one of "the finest examples of late 13th century and early 14th century military architecture in Europe", and it is classed as a World Heritage site.

Rafa

January 28, 2023

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Beaumaris Castle – cared for by CADW – is an amazing place to visit. For information, prices and opening hours, see cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/beaumaris-castle

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View of the Menai Strait – Castell Aberlleiniog loop from Beaumaris

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Penmon Dovecot – Penmon Priory loop from Llanddona

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Penmon Priory Church – Penmon Dovecot loop from Llanfaes

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Informations

Elevation 10 m

Depends on season - cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/beaumaris-castle#opening-times

Adult - £7.30

Family - £21.20

Disabled and companion - Free

Juniors (Aged 5-17) / NUS / Armed Forces and Veterans - £4.40

Seniors (Aged 65+) - £5.80

Contacts

Castle Street, Beaumaris LL58 8AP

cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/beaumaris-castle

beaumaris.castle@gov.wales

01248 810361

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Location: Beaumaris, Anglesey, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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View of the Menai Strait – Castell Aberlleiniog loop from Beaumaris

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