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Castell Dinas Hillfort and Castle Ruins

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Castell Dinas Hillfort and Castle Ruins

Castell Dinas Hillfort and Castle Ruins

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    Location: Talgarth, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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    July 12, 2022

    Castell Dinas. This Iron Age hillfort and Norman Castle, at a height of 450m it is the highest castle in England and Wales. Catch your breath here and take a little time to explore the old ramparts and earth covered walls. Weather permitting, at this point you can see your entire walking route in front of you. After a brief descent from Castell Dinas, the walk now begins climbing up the Dragons Back, so named because the ridge resembles that of a sleeping dragon.

      November 5, 2022

      The highest castle in England and Wales, actually missed this initially until I looked at my GPS and realised it was the castle.

        July 5, 2022

        Castell Dinas- hillfort and castle in south Powys. At 450m it has the highest castle in England and Wales. Originally formed at an Iron Age, 600 BC to 50 AD, hillfort.

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          Elevation 430 m

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          This Highlight is in a protected area

          Please check local regulations for: Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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