Aberystwyth Castle

Aberystwyth castle is located right on the beautiful seafront on the new promenade, and makes for a wonderful day out. The construction of the castle began in 1277 after Edwards I's defeat of Llywelyn ap Gruffydd. Work on the castle was not fully completed until 1289. During the castles lifetime is has served as a prison to four French prisoners in 1415 and in 1637 a royal mint was established here.

The remains that are left today are just in the inner and middle walls of a once magnificent castle. Inside the castle walls is the bardic circle made up of 13 stones, one for each of the old, pre 1974 countries that was erected in 1916.

Aberystwyth castle is also home to the fantastic war memorial, also located inside the castle are the well maintained grounds, a popular children's playground, picnic areas perfect for families and a crazy golf course.