Castell Dryslwyn
Visitor Notice
Please keep dogs on short leads only.
Occasionally (as noted on the gate) there will be times when dogs are not allowed to ensure the safety of grazing sheep in the castle grounds. We kindly ask visitors to be understanding and respect this condition.
Fragmentary – yet evocative – remains of a castle laid low by conflict
Founded in the 13th century on an isolated hill in the verdant Tywi Valley, Dryslwyn was once an important seat of the ancient south Wales kingdom of Deheubarth.
Not much is known about its early history, but in 1287 it was the scene of a significant conflict between Welsh and English forces. In response to an uprising by Welsh lord Rhys ap Maredudd, 11,000 English troops were dispatched to lay siege to the castle. The conflict lasted two weeks as siege engines and sappers (soldiers with engineering skills, including tunnelling) chipped away at the fortress’s defences. The attackers eventually brought down a large section of the walls and the castle fell into the hands of the English crown.
Opening times & prices
Opening times
| 1st April - 31st March | 10am–4pm |
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Last admission 30 minutes before closing Closed 24, 25, 26 December and 1 January |
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Visitor information
Car park
Public car park opposite main entrance with 15 spaces, no dedicated disabled parking bay.
Dogs welcome
Please keep dogs on short leads only.
Occasionally (as noted on the gate) there will be times when dogs are not allowed to ensure the safety of grazing sheep in the castle grounds. We kindly ask visitors to be understanding and respect this condition.
Drone policy
Please read our policy information about flying drones at Cadw monuments: read the guidance
No smoking
Smoking is not permitted.
Directions
Google MapPostcode SA32 8RW
For further information, please contact: Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000 or National Rail Enquiries on 03457 48 49 50.
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