From Anglesey to the shadow of the Severn Bridge, Wales is a nation criss-crossed with castles. With some estimates suggesting in the medieval period there was one castle for every 12 square miles ...

It was at Pembroke Castle on January 28, 1457 that Margaret gave birth to a son, whom she named Henry. A tower thought to ...

From the vengeful ghost of a murdered gamekeeper to the echoes of Victorian children’s laughter, Margam Castle has earned its reputation as one of the most haunted places in Britain.

Castles were built in the marcher ... final nail in the coffin of the idea of an independent 'Wales' which had existed throughout the medieval period.

It was Marshal who transformed Pembroke Castle into the stone stronghold that endures to this day. After Marshal, the castle passed through his sons, all of whom died without legitimate heirs, leading ...

Discover the beauty of Wales: from its world-famous beaches to its vibrant cities. Explore the rich history and breathtaking ...

The same was true of a few of the branches of the ancient ruling families of Glamorgan ... Edward commissioned the building of four major castles in Wales. By 1283, however, his castle building ...

Now, Cadw is marking its own bit of history - its 40th birthday - 75 years since the first historical buildings were listed in Wales ... are more than 300 pubs, 94 castles and 25 lighthouses.

Many of Wales' castles are said to be haunted by a spectral ... haunt Carew Castle Carew Castle in Pembrokeshire, which has a history spanning 2,000 years, is said to be haunted by up to 20 ...

Home to more than 600 castles (more per square mile than any other country in the world), Wales consists of four regions: North Wales, South Wales, Mid Wales and West Wales, which offer distinct ...

Cheap holidays to Wales are very doable. When visiting Cardiff, expect to pay around 15 British pounds (£) for an inexpensive meal and under £5 for a local beer. A short taxi ride can be had for about ...