Weobley Castle

One of the Best Places To Visits in Oldwalls Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. The existing buildings were largely created between 1304 and 1327 by the de la Bere family. They consist of a gateway, a hall and kitchen, a chapel block and an east range, enclosing a courtyard, all now in a semi-ruinous state. The buildings are largely constructed of rubble masonry with window and door features of sandstone. The gateway, at the west of the castle, is framed to its north by the solar block, which contained the lord's private chamber, a latrine and a cellar space. To the south of the gateway is the so-called Cistern Turret, which is believed to have contained a cistern for rainwater storage; behind this is the South-West Tower, which was originally a separate building and may be the oldest part of the present structure. The gateway itself also included an additional living chamber in its upper storey. The northern range of the castle, including the hall, kitchen and porch leading from the inner courtyard, is the most substantial of the surviving sections. Features of the hall include a recess for the display of tapestry or panelling. This supports interpretations of the as primarily a wealthy residence rather than a military outpost. During excavations at the Chapel Block, fragments of a piscina were discovered. The eastern range is more fragmentary that other parts, and much of it may never have been developed beyond the foundation stage during the ownership of the de la Beres. Although most of the outer fortifications no longer exist, the remaining portions demonstrate that Weobley was well provided with guestrooms and facilities (including garderobes). The building was extended later in the 14th century, including construction of the south porch. Until the 15th century the was the home of the de la Beres, originally stewards to William De Braose, Lord of Gower.[3] In 1318 the is recorded by a deed signed there by Adam de la Bere. The was attacked and damaged by the forces of Owain Glyndŵr in the early 15th century, but most of the building was left standing. It is possible that John de la Bere (d. 1403) was a casualty of Glyndŵr's incursion. Sir Rhys ap Thomas became the owner towards the end of the 15th century; following the execution for treason of Rhys's grandson Rhys ap Gruffydd in 1531, Weobley eventually reverted to the Crown in the person of King Henry VIII. It was then sold and subsequently leased to tenants until the 20th century, when the last owner, Emily Talbot, gave it to the state in 1911. No one was there to take payment when we arrived so we never went in the (we could have just walked in but it didn't feel right). From what we did see it did look rather small. It costs £4 an adult and I think it was £2.40 a child. There is parking for about 4 cars so you have to be lucky when you arrive Little with a small information area about other castles in the area. Good views. You have to pay in the house next door to enter. Lovely little with an exhibition room filled with information about all the local Cadw castles and sites. We took about an hour walking around. Beautiful views from the castle. Small carpark, for about 6 cars. We got there at 9.30am, opening time, the front gate was open when we got there. We followed the instructions on the door to go to the farm house, ring the bell and phone the numbers on window to get someone to come to the door for us to pay, but no one came. We are Cadw members so would have got in for free anyway so walked straight into the without seeing anyone else. Weobley petched above the salt marshes beard Oldwalls is well worth a visit. You can walk inside the historic structure which also houses a small museum outlining the history of the castle. Small admission charge applies with concession for pensioners. I paid £7 for an adult & a pensioner. The views over the estuary are lovely. Weobley also has a farm shop selling locally produced salt marsh lamb. As we visited in May there was only frozen meat available. One on my doorstep, love it there. Love the location, the views and the amazing 🏰 Lovely visit and explore, family of 5 (2adults 3 children). Beautiful views. Kids loved exploring the ruin castle. Interesting ruin with good exhibition. Parking is small lay-by easily missed so we ended up by barn. Tickets from.neighbouting House only £4 each Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites.