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Chepstow Castle
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Jo
August 23, 2022
Beautifully preserved Chepstow Castle stretches out along a limestone cliff above the River Wye like a history lesson in stone. There’s no better place in Britain to see how castles gradually evolved to cope with ever more destructive weaponry – and the grandiose ambitions of their owners. For more than six centuries Chepstow was home to some of the wealthiest and most powerful men of the medieval and Tudor ages. Building was started in 1067 by Earl William fitz Osbern, close friend of William the Conqueror, making it one of the first Norman strongholds in Wales. In turn William Marshal (Earl of Pembroke), Roger Bigod (Earl of Norfolk) and Charles Somerset (Earl of Worcester) all made their mark before the castle declined after the Civil War. These magnates and power-brokers were constantly on the move. Chepstow was just one residence in their vast estates – an impressive shell into which they would bring their gold and silver vessels, rich silk and brightly painted furniture. 37 miles away.
Beautifully preserved Chepstow Castle stretches out along a limestone cliff above the River Wye like a history lesson in stone. There’s no better place in Britain to see how castles gradually evolved to cope with ever more destructive weaponry – and the grandiose ambitions of their owners. For more…
Mary
June 6, 2022
Beautiful historical town with plenty of restaurants
Elizabeth
August 4, 2021
Beautifully preserved Chepstow Castle stretches out along a limestone cliff above the River Wye. See how castles gradually evolved to cope with ever more destructive weaponry – and the grandiose ambitions of their owners. For more than six centuries Chepstow was home to some of the wealthiest and most powerful men of the medieval and Tudor ages.
Fiona
September 19, 2019
Set high on the banks of the River Wye next to the River Severn this Castle was in a great position to control movement in and out of Wales. Chepstow Castle was founded in Norman times and has been added to over the centuries. Please note, at the moment entry into all castles is via online booking only.
Sue
September 11, 2019
Great venue for small gigs.
Chepstow Castle by Airbnb Experiences
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Chepstow, Wales