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Roch Castle, Pembrokeshire
Roch Castle’s history dates back to the twelfth century. Lovingly restored, it is now an award-winning hotel, with panoramic views of Pembrokeshire.
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Early on what must have been a cold February morning in 1542, just after sunrise, a young woman walked out…
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The Lygon Arms, Worcestershire
The Lygon Arms in Broadway is a beautiful Tudor building, believed to be used by King Charles I during the Civil War. Today it offers a range of luxury accommodation.
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George Talbot, 4th Earl of Shrewsbury
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A Tudor Weekend in Monmouthshire
Monmouthshire in South East Wales is a delightful area to visit. Two locations included in this itinerary are in the Wye Valley, just inside the Welsh border, in an area considered to be of outstanding natural beauty.
This two-day interary will take you to visit two fabulous castles and a ruined abbey. Chepstow Castle has deep roots in early medieval history, while Raglan was created as luxurious a palace-fortress during the fifteenth century by the powerful Herbert family. It’s connections to Henry VII make it a must-see location for anyone interested in early Tudor history. Finally, you can drive or walk to the idyllic Tintern Abbey, renowned for the beauty of its location, adjacent to the River Wye.
So, let us go exploring three wonderful Welsh locations…