3 Best Landmarks in Carmarthenshire

“Laugharne Castle is designated as a Grade I listed monument. The original castle was established in 1116 as the castle of Robert Courtemain. Dylan and Richard Hughes are interested in the castle’s garden house. The history of Laugharne extends back over nine centuries. Laugharne Castle has two ancient stone towers above the remains of a sumptuous Tudor mansion, all set in 19th-century ornamental gardens. Light snacks and drinks are available at Laugharne Castle. The castle also has a gift shop offering a wide range of products and guidebooks. Laugharne Castle is the perfect place to relax both mind and body. All children under 5 receive free entry.”

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“Castell Dinefwr has a beautiful 800-acre estate with parkland walks, a millpond, a bogwood boardwalk, a kids' play garden, a Newton House with tea rooms, a courtyard, and a medieval castle. Castell Dinefwr is a Grade II listed building in Carmarthenshire. Tradition holds that a castle was first constructed on this site by Rhodri the Great. The present castle is entered through a fortified entrance protected by a restored battlement section. Dinefwr is a stunning place to escape the rush of modern life and enjoy nature's beauty and sounds. You can enjoy the natural views from one of the best vantage points in the Tywi Valley.”

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“Carmarthen Castle was converted into a prison in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the construction of the Council offices has also not helped its reputation as a military entity. The castle is perched on its rocky eminence overlooking the River Towy, and the castle must have dominated the medieval town just as, a little way to the east, the Roman fort must have dominated the Roman town a thousand years before. Carmarthen Castle is currently a popular tourist attraction. The castle is a great place to spend time with family or friends. All children under 5 receive free entry.”

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