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Castle in Gwerthrynion

In the historic county of Radnorshire (Modern authority of Powys, preserved county of Powys).

Unidentified castle mentioned in 1202. Remfry writes (pers corr) 'Castle in Gwerthrynion is probably Rhayadr on east bank of Wye as opposed to Rhayadr-Gwy on west bank. Might be the 'ringwork' at Cwm y Saesson above St Harmons. Point needs emphasising that there were 2 castles at Rhayadr, Mortimer on east bank with deep ditch, c.1200 and Rhys ap Gruffydd on Welsh bank with motte, c.1170's.' Would have been a timber castle as recorded as burnt to ground.

This site has been described as a;
Timber Castle.
The confidence that this site is a medieval fortification or palace is Possible.
Uncertain remains.


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