Tenby Castle

📍 Pembrokeshire, Wales

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About

Tenby Castle was a fortification standing on a headland separated by an isthmus from the town of Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales. The remaining stone structure dates from the 13th century but there are mentions of the castle from as early as 1153. It is a Grade II* listed building.

Founded by the Normans during their invasion of West Wales in the 12th century. A stone tower was built on the headland's highest point with curtain wall protection. Captured and destroyed in 1153 by Maredudd and Rhys ap Gruffydd, Welsh princes of Deheubarth. The remaining stone structure dates from the 13th century. Grade II* listed.