Pembroke Castle

Castle Terrace
Pembroke
Pembrokeshire
SA71 4LA


Pembroke Castle is one of the largest castles in Wales. It was not a royal castle but the possession of a private lord - his residence and the administrative centre of his territories. The Castle occupies a strong position high on a ridge between two tidal inlets.

Its fortifications were extended throughout its history and it displays stonework from many periods. The dominant feature of Pembroke Castle is the massive round Keep, built soon after 1200. Its walls are 19 feet thick at the base and the Keep rises to 75 feet in height.

Inside the Castle there are tableaux depicting mediaeval life within its walls including copies of costumes, furniture, tableware, wall hangings and other artefacts found locally. Displays interpreting the history of the site from other periods are also to be found amongst its many complete towers. As the birthplace of Henry VII, Pembroke can be seen as a pivotal place in history. Henry was the founder of the Tudor dynasty, and the Crown of England has remained ever since in the line of his heirs.

General Information:

  • Pre-booked school visits
  • Visitors with disabilities may experience some difficulties
  • Setting-down point at entrance and public parking close-by with disabled spaces
  • Wheelchair users with assistance and those with limited mobility will be able to access the site at groundfloor level
  • Shop
    • Brass Rubbing Centre

     

    Opening Times
    (2006 times)
    1 April to 30 September daily 9.30 am-6.00 pm.
    March and October daily 10am-5pm.
    November to February daily 10am-4pm.

    Admission Charges
    (2006 prices)
    Adult £3.50; Concession £2.50; Family Ticket (2 adults + 2 children under 16yrs) £10.00.

    Directions
    Show map of Pembroke Castle...

    Nearby Attractions
    Lamphey Bishops Palace (2 Miles)*
    The medieval bishops of St Davids were worldly men who enjoyed the privileges of wealth, power and status. At Lamphey, near Pembroke, they built for themselves a magnificent retreat away from the worries of Church and State.
    Carew Castle and Tidal Mill (5 Miles)*
    Carew is one of the few castles to display the development from Norman fortification to Elizabethan country house. There is evidence of a much earlier settlement, dating back perhaps some 2,000 years.
    Manor House Wild Animal Park (7 Miles)*
    Manor House Wild Animal Park is situated by the unique and beautiful coastal resort town of Tenby in the county of Pembrokeshire. The Park is set in landscaped wooded grounds and floral gardens.
    more nearby attractions...
    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

    Nearby Hotels
    Lamphey Court Hotel (2 Miles)*
    Near Tenby and Pembrokeshire's picturesque coastline, this luxurious country hotel in spacious grounds appeals to a wide audience. Superb leisure spa, indoor pool, Jacuzzi, gym, sauna, floodlit tennis, beauty treatments, aromatherapy and massage.
    Travelodge (Travel Lodge) St Clears Carmarthen (19 Miles)*
    Located only 8 miles from the small welsh town of Carmarthen, this Travelodge provides contemporary quality accommodation with spacious en-suite rooms, TV in every room, tea and coffee making facilities and free parking make Travelodges terrific value ...
    Cliff Hotel (31 Miles)*
    Set high on the headland of the Pembrokeshire Heritage Coastline, overlooking Cardigan Bay, the Cliff Hotel boasts outstanding scenery, comfortable accommodation and leisure facilities.
    more nearby hotels...
    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

    Nearby Self Catering
    40 Trewent Park (3 Miles)*
    Reasonably priced good quality self-catering holiday accommodation in a 2 storey terraced property in Freshwater Bay Holiday Village. The accommodation is good value having a new bathroom, kitchen and carpets.
    Lindon Park (8 Miles)*
    Lindon Park is a tastefully decorated detached single storey cottage in a peaceful countryside location, yet close to the beaches and amenities of the popular resorts of Saundersfoot and Tenby.
    Manor Cottages (8 Miles)*
    Manor Cottages offer Four Individual 4 Star Self catering Holiday cottages in Penally, adjacent to the cheerful holiday resorts of Tenby and Saundersfoot. All Of the Holiday Cottages have Panoramic Sea Views.
    Your property could be here
    Advertising your self catering property or holiday cottage on AboutBritain.com will get you noticed by thousands of potential guests every day.
    more nearby self catering...
    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

    Popular Pages

    Tourist Information Centres | Estate Agents

    Holiday Cottages in England | Holiday Cottages in Scotland

    Alton Towers Hotels | Blackpool Hotels | Travel Lodge | Cardiff Hotels

    Brighton Hotels | Marriot Hotels | Newcastle Hotels | Bournemouth Hotels

     Copyright © 1999-2008 Excelsior Information Systems Limited. All rights reserved.
    Press Room  Terms of Use  Privacy  Link to Us  Self-Catering Advertising  Index  Site Map