Pembroke Castle, famed as the birthplace of Henry VII, boasts a history that stretches well beyond that notable event – and even the story of Henry's birth is more enthralling than one might ...
"It's no coincidence that many Norman castles are built on the sites of former Welsh fortresses, which themselves were often Roman or Iron Age forts, as they are naturally strategic points from ...
Harlech Castle (pictured), built by Edward I in 1283, has a history of occupation and assault. In 1404 Owen Glendower captured it and held a parliament there. Twice it was the last Welsh fortress ...
Conwy Castle, which dates back to the 13th Century, is the first site to be featured, with a further 19 Welsh historic sites due to become available over the next 18 months. "It really does bring ...