Visiting Wales - Castell Coch (Castle Red)
This castle is a relatively new castle, built in the last 1800's on the ruins of a much older castle (built 1280). Built by John Patrick Crichton-Stuart was one of the wealthiest men in the world at the time he wanted to restore Castell Coch to its former glory. Because it was so new (in castle terms) it was completely intact and had all the grand trimmings from its period.
Set on a steep hillside it is nestled among large trees and looks out over the valley.
Set on a steep hillside it is nestled among large trees and looks out over the valley.