The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Llanblethian
Caer Dynnaf Hillfort, St Quentin’s Castle and more.. includes walks and up to date visitor information.
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The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Fonmon
History of Fonmon Fonmon – Ffwl-y-mwn is a small hamlet just north of Fontygary in the Vale of Glamorgan. It is best known for its central duck pond and Fonmon Castle. Fonmon Castle is one of the few medieval castles which until recently was still lived in as a home. Since it was built by
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The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Hensol Castle. History in the Making. Gin.
History of Hensol Castle Hensol Castle was originally built in the late 17th/ early 18th century as a country mansion. The house was remodelled in 1735, extended before 1815 and remodelled again in 1840 taking on a military gothic style of a castle. The castle is set within a landscaped park with lake and tree
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Heritage Hiker’s Guide to… Castle Sites to Visit for Free in Bridgend County
Overview This short guide outlines the castle sites to visit for free in Bridgend County. It can be hard to find places to go and things to do but castle hunting is definitely a favorite. Even better if you can find something new near home or a place to put on the list for a
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Heritage Hiker’s Guide to… Castle Sites in the Vale of Glamorgan
Visiting Ogmore Castle Ogmore Castle was built by the De Londres family around 1116 on the south bank of the Ewenny River and it remained in the possession of the family until 1298. It was taken over by the crown in 1399 from the Duchy of Lancaster. The castle was abandoned sometime between 1530 and 1631.
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The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Penmark
Where is Penmark? Penmark – Pen-marc is a rural village south-west of Barry near Rhoose in the Vale of Glamorgan, close to Cardiff Wales Airport. It is a small village with a church, castle and a public house all within short distance of each other. Within the village there have been finds of Roman and
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The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Southerndown
Where is Southerndown? Southerndown is a small village on the coast between Ogmore-By-Sea and Llantwit Major in the Vale of Glamorgan. The Southerndown Coast is a site of special scientific interest (SSSI). Much of the coastline is designated for both for it’s geology and botanic value. A stretch of shore, cliff, cliff-top, and several short
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Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Ogmore-By-Sea
Where is Ogmore-By-Sea? Ogmore-by-sea – Aberogwr is a small seaside village along the coastline at the western limit of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast in the Vale of Glamorgan. It is best known for its sandy beach along the shoreline. It is positioned at the end of the River Ewenny. There is parking next to the beach
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The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Abergavenny
Abergavenny History Abergavenny (Y Fenni) is a place close to my heart, it was an area I studied many moons ago as a student. I later had the privilege of living just up on the hills in a small village called Llanelly Hill where I was blessed with a fantastic view of the Sugarloaf from
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The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Lower Machen
History of Lower Machen Lower Machen (Machen Isaf) is a small hamlet between Newport and Caerphilly, in the county of Gwent. A place often overlooked by those driving along the A468 to and from their destination. This small hamlet is a designated conservation area (1976). The heritage listings are mostly linked to the bigger story
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