DOLFORWYN CASTLE

Built by the Welsh in 1273 overlooking the Severn valley with a stone curtain wall which enclosed a cylindrical tower. It was captured and badly damaged in 1278, and afterwards was left to decay although some substantial masonry still stands.

Open, Cadw.


Photos Andrew Tivenan

Directions
1 mile west of A483 at Abermule, northwest of Newtown.