Denbigh Town Walls

LL16 3ND
Dogs welcome
Drone policy
No smoking

The first line of defence for Denbigh’s medieval castle

The rocky outcrop that’s home to Denbigh’s castle and town walls was once the site of a stronghold belonging to Welsh prince Dafydd ap Gruffydd, though the remains that stand today are the work of English king Edward I. Built around 1285, Denbigh’s walls were constructed before the castle that sits inside them, presumably to protect the workforce from attacks by native forces.

The walls were extended in the 14th century to include the impressive Goblin Tower. This housed a secondary well within the town’s defences, which went on to help Denbigh survive sieges in the 16th-century English Civil War.

Much of the wall still stands, along with the remains of a number of towers and two gatehouses. Of these, the Burgess Gate to the north is the best preserved.

Opening times & prices

Opening times

1st April - 31st October	10am–5pm (closed Tues-Wed)
1st November - 31st March	10am–4pm (closed Mon-Thur)
Closed 24, 25, 26 December and 1 January The key to access the wall walks is available from Denbigh Castle. There is a returnable cash deposit to pay for the key. Last admission to the wall walks is 3pm.

Visitor information

Dogs welcome

Car park

Parking and toilets available at Denbigh Castle during castle opening times.

Car charging points - Two Type 2 (22kW) electric charge points available in castle car park — charges for use apply

Walking difficulty

Terrain: Level 3 — Moderate

There are some very steep sections of stairs between the Countess and Goblin towers

Drone policy

No smoking

Health & Safety

Access to the wall walks is only available via a key from the castle. This is only available during opening hours, as this gives us an opportunity to check the walls prior to your visit.

There are several steps leading to and upon the walls. Open to the elements the steps may be wet and slippery. There are several overhanging trees and therefore be mindful of wet leaves.

Please use the handrails provided, especially upon the steep sections.

As with all ancient monuments there is always a risk of stones being dislodged in bad weather, however, we manage this through extensive monitoring.

Climbing may result in serious injury.

There are several wild plants and flowers, although these are great pollinators, they may be poisonous to visitors and animals, we strongly advise you not to touch or allow dogs to eat any vegetation.

Please watch our health & safety film before visiting Cadw sites.

Iechyd a Diogelwch / Health and Safety

Please report any anti-social behaviour such as climbing, setting fires, graffiti etc. to CadwAccidentsReports@gov.wales

The following signs can be found around the site at key areas of risk, please pay attention where appropriate.