The first castle on this site was probably the work of the Lord Rhys in the late 12th century, but it is more than likely John Giffard, handed the fortress by Edward I in 1283, that we should thank for the castle we see today. The end came in 1462 during the War of the Roses when the castle was vandalized by 500 Yorkist men brandishing not swords but picks and crowbars. It had been a Lancastrian hideout.

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September 27, 2020

Hiking

I highly recommend you to walk around the whole Castle, there are some awesome view points and picnic spots.

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Best Hikes to Carreg Cennen Castle

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1. Carreg Cennen Castle loop — The Beacons Way

6.25km

01:51

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Carreg Cennen Castle – Carreg Cennen Castle loop from Trap

8.24km

02:28

250m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Tair Carn Isaf Summit – Carreg Cennen Castle loop from Trap

13.4km

04:02

410m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Cyngor Bro Dyffryn Cennen, Carmarthenshire, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Carreg Cennen Castle

1. Carreg Cennen Castle loop — The Beacons Way

2. Carreg Cennen Castle – Carreg Cennen Castle loop from Trap

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