Gwydir Castle

Gwydir Castle is located in the Conwy Valley, surrounded by spectacular scenery and just a short distance from the river Conwy. The towns of Llanrwst and Betws y Coed are not far away and offer varied shops.

The building is Grade 1 listed, built by the illustrious Wynn family c1500, Gwydir is a fine example of a Tudor courtyard house, incorporating re-used medieval material from the dissolved Abbey of Maenan. There is a long tradition of entertaining royalty at Gwydir. King Charles I is said to have visited in September 1645 as guest of Sir Richard Wynn.

Famous for its peacocks, the castle is also known for its many ghosts and has the reputation for being one of the most haunted houses in Wales.