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At the heart of Medieval Conwy stands Plas Mawr, the "Great Hall", built between 1576 and 1585 for the Welsh merchant, Robert Wynn. This richly decorated building is an architectural gem, possibly the best preserved Elizabethan townhouse in Great Britain. It dominates the town of Conwy with its gatehouse, stepped gables and lookout tower. This "worthy plentiful house" is especially noted for the quality and quantity of its ornamental plasterwork, now fully restored to its original splendour. Plas Mawr's authentic period atmosphere is further enhanced by furnishings, 
many original to the house, based on an inventory of the contents in 1665.The interior with its elaborately decorated plaster ceilings and fine wooden screens, reflects the wealth and influence of the Tudor gentry in Wales. 
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2006 times)
1st April to 31st May:Tuesday to Sunday 9.30am - 5.00pm. 1st June to 31st August: Tuesday to Sunday 9.30am - 6.00pm. 1st to 30th September: Tuesday to Sunday 9.30am - 5.00pm. 1st to 31st October: Tuesday to Sunday 9.30am - 4.00pm. 1st November to 31st March 2007: Tuesday to Sunday 9.30am - 4.00pm. Closed Mondays except on bank holiday weekends. |
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Admission Charges
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(2006 prices)
Adult £4.90; Concession £4.50; Family ticket (2 + 3 under 16yrs) £15.0.Children under 12yrs must be accompanied by an adult. Under 5yrs Free. Joint ticket with Conwy Castle available. |
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Directions
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| Conwy via A55 or B5106. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Conwy Castle
(< 1 Mile)*
This gritty dark-stoned fortress has the rare ability to evoke an authentic medieval atmosphere. Conceived and created in just four years, Conwy Castle remains one of the outstanding achievements of medieval military architecture. |
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Aberconwy House
(< 1 Mile)*
Aberconwy House is a 14th-century merchant's house, it is the only medieval merchant's house in Conwy to have survived the turbulent history of this walled town over nearly six centuries. |
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Bodnant Garden
(3 Miles)*
The garden at Bodnant is one of the finest in the world. It is situated above the River Conwy on ground sloping to the south-west and looks across the valley towards the Snowdonia range. |
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Nearby Hotels
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Bodysgallen Hall and Spa
(2 Miles)*
Bodysgallen Hall & Spa is set in a 200 acre private estate, overlooking its gardens and parkland, with spectacular views of Snowdonia and Conwy Castle. |
The Imperial Classic Hotel
(3 Miles)*
The Imperial Hotel is situated on the Promenade in the beautiful resort of Llandudno with spectacular views across the Bay. |
Sunnyside Hotel
(3 Miles)*
The Sunnyside is a friendly, family run establishment in a fantastic location. The Sunnyside comprises of 23 individually decorated bedrooms all have en-suite, television and hospitality tray. |
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