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Castell y Bere
Cadw, Abergynolwyn, Tywyn, Gwynedd


Distinctive remains of a native Welsh castle, probably begun by Prince Llewelyn ab Iorwerth (the Great) around 1221.

 
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About our location:
Deep in the mountainous heart of mid Wales, nestling at the foot of Cader Idris, lie the ruins of Castell y Bere. An atmospheric site, it is an outstanding example of a stronghold of the native Welsh princes, and an illuminating contrast with the castles of their English adversaries. Near Llanfihangel y Pennant, off B4405 6?m NE of Tywyn

 
 
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Opening Hours: Access is available at all reasonable times. This will normally be between 10:00 and 16:00 daily.
 

History:
The castle is on the southern border of Gwynedd, and in the war of 1282-3 it was besieged by the central English army from Montgomery under Edward's Lieutenant, the Savoyard Sir Otto de Grandison.
 
 

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