Dolforwyn Castle

Llandyssil, Wales
Wales

Grade I listed building in Powys. Castle

Key Information

Construction

c. 1273

Castle Type

Current Status

13th century

Historical Overview

Dolforwyn Castle (Welsh: Castell Dolforwyn) is a Welsh medieval castle above the village of Abermule, Powys. The fortification was established by Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, Prince of Gwynedd in the late 13th century. It is sited on a wooded ridge commanding excellent views of the upper Severn Valley. Dolforwyn Castle is a fine example of a native Welsh castle design as opposed to those built by the Cambro-Normans during the Norman invasion of Wales.

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