Newport Castle

Located in a prominent position in Newport, the castle is surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. Founded at end of 12th century by William Fitz Martin, then taken by Llywelyn the Great and later by Llywelyn the Last. The remains date from the 13th century and consist of towers, gatehouse, crypt, and dungeon. A restored gatehouse was made into a home.

The castle consists of a massive gatehouse flanked by two circular towers, the dungeon tower on the southwest and the Hunter's tower on the northwest. The relatively vulnerable southeast side was protected by a large D-shaped tower. Adjoining this are the remains of part of the chapel and a vaulted crypt. A vaulted dungeon remains in the aforementioned southwest tower. The castle is privately owned and some restoration work is being done, after which there will be some access for the public. Part of the castle can still be viewed from across the road.

The castle is in private ownership and viewing is from the surrounding area only.