Historic Houses in Wales
Historic Houses in Wales are listed below. A proud and independent nation where the Welsh language is the first language of many, particularly in the north and west. There is a strong tradition of choral singing, and the Welsh love of music in all its forms. Literature and poetry is also manifest in the large number of eisteddfods, a tradition going back at least eight centuries. The decline in the Welsh mining industry has now resulted in tourism being the most important industry.
Powis Castle & Garden
Welshpool, Powys
Powis Castle is built on a high rock overlooking the garden terraces and has been the home of the Earls of Powis for many generations. There... more
Gwydir Castle
Llanrwst, Gwynedd, Conwy
Gwydir Castle, built c1500, is set within a 10 acre garden. It is a fine example of a Tudor courtyard house.... more
Penrhyn Castle
Bangor, Gwynedd
Penrhyn Castle is a massive 19th century neo-Norman castle, built for the wealthy Pennant family. It is crammed with fascinating things including a one-ton slate bed... more
Plas Newydd
Plas Newydd, Llanfairpwll, Anglesey, Isle of Anglesey
Plas Newydd is an impressive 18th century house by James Wyatt which is famous for housing Rex Whistler´s largest painting and an exhibition about his work.... more
Chirk Castle
Chirk, Wrexham
Chirk Castle is the only Edwardian fortress in North Wales to have been continuously occupied since it was built in the 14th century. The elegant state... more
Erddig
Wrexham
Erddig is one of the most fascinating houses in Britain. Part of this is due to the close relationship that existed between the family and their... more
Cardiff Castle
Castle Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Area
At Cardiff Castle, discover 2000 years of history in the heart of the city. From the arrival of the Romans, through the Norman Conquest to lavish... more
Tredegar House
Coedkernew, Newport
Tredegar House, a late 17th century mansion, was the ancestral home of the Morgan family and is the finest country house in South Wales. There are... more
Picton Castle
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
Picton Castle, built in the 13th century by Sir John Wogan, is still the family home of his direct descendants, under the name of Philipps. The... more