Carreg Cennen Castle and Farm, Trapp, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA19 6UA. Open daily. Admission charges apply.
Details
Accessibility:
Cobbled road and pave-stones to the café. Castle ruins situated on top of a substantial hill and on grass. Access maybe difficult for wheelchair users and those with walking difficulties. However the café has seating downstairs as well as an upper area – no lift, only stairs. Disability toilets on site. Dogs welcome, although must be kept on leads at all times throughout the grounds. Hearing loop in place. "Disabled parking is available in the farm yard. Please speak to a member of staff as alternative access into the tearoom can be made available if required.
The Walk from the Car park to the Castle takes approx 10-15 minutes and is accessible to pushchairs. The assent to the castle is a fairly steep grass bank so accessibility for the disabled or less mobile is dependant on the aids available to them. There are several steps into the Inner ward of the castle over the barbican."
Amenities:
Licensed bar, Café and gift shop all on site, Baby Changing Facilities, Free parking. Wedding venue http://www.carregcennencastle.com/weddings
Events & Location Facilities http://www.carregcennencastle.com/events-and-facilities Dogs welcome, although must be kept on leads at all times throughout the grounds.
Brief Description:Carreg Cennen Castle and Farm http://www.carregcennencastle.com/the-farm are found on the western fringe of the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is one of the few remaining privately owned castles in Wales. With an underground cave to explore, make sure you pick up a torch or take one with you. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carreg_Cennen_Castle
"Carreg Cennen Castle (Welsh: Castell Carreg Cennen) is a castle sited on a high rocky outcrop overlooking the River Cennen, close to the village of Trap, four miles south east of Llandeilo in Carmarthenshire, Wales. Castell Carreg Cennen means castle on a rock next to (the river) Cennen, the river name itself being a reference either to cen meaning lichen or perhaps a personal name.[1]"
Further Information:
Address:
Carreg Cennen Castle, Trapp, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales, SA19 6UA.
Email:
Phone:01558 822291.
Website:
http://www.carregcennencastle.com/visiting-us and http://www.carregcennencastle.com/ and https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/castell-carreg-cennen#visitor-information
They can also be found on Facebook. https://en-gb.facebook.com/people/Carreg-Cennen-Castle-Official-Site/100064521407117/#
Opening Hours:
https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/castell-carreg-cennen#visitor-information
http://www.carregcennencastle.com/visiting-us
Parking:
Car Park gates are locked daily at 6.00pm.
Last admission to the Castle 1 hour before closing.
NO OVERNIGHT PARKING - if you wish to leave your vehicle overnight please speak to a member of staff.
Disabled parking is available in the farm yard. Please speak to a member of staff as alternative access into the tearoom can be made available if required.
The Walk from the Car park to the Castle takes approx 10-15 minutes and is accessible to pushchairs. The assent to the castle is a fairly steep grass bank so accessibility for the disabled or less mobile is dependant on the aids available to them. There are several steps into the Inner ward of the castle over the barbican.
Tea Rooms and craft shop: Entry is Free of Charge http://www.carregcennencastle.com/visiting-us/tea-rooms
Open every day 9.30am - 5.00
Teas and Cakes all day
Lunches until 3pm
Opening Times:
The Castle & Tea rooms are open every day from 9.30am.
November to March: 9.30am - 4.30pm/Dusk
April to October: 9.30 am -5.00pm
OPEN 364 days a year - only closed Christmas day.
Car Park closed at 6pm
*Admission to the car park, farm yard, tea room and gift shop is FREE
Admission charges:
"Castle Admission Prices 2024-2025:
During quieter periods tickets must be purchased in the gift shop. During main seasons and weekends tickets can be bought half way up to the castle from the ticket hut.
Adults: £7.00
Over 65's :£6.50
Concessions: £5.00
(Students, Armed forces, Veterans)
Family Ticket: £23.00
(2 Adults & up to 3 Children)
Groups of 15+ get 10% Discount.
Members of Cadw, English Heritage and Friends of Historic Scotland get discounted entry. NOT ALL FREE ENTRY SCHEMES APPLY AT THIS SITE - please check before visiting.
Drones Strictly Prohibited."
Directions:
Situated 4.6 miles SE of Llandeilo, via the A483 and minor roads. OS SN 667190.
Transport:
There is no train or bus service in this area. Journey by car or bicycle is advised (Bike storage area available in car park or close to site). For further travel information in Wales please see: www.traveline.cymru/travel-info
Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000
Travel Information
For further travel information in Wales please see: www.traveline.cymru/travel-info
Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000
Location
Nearest Venues
Trapp. Open daily. Free entry.
1,530 metres*
St Dyfan's Church, Llandyfan, Carmarthenshire
2.03 miles*
2.06 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.