Ogmore Castle

 Date of Visit: 05/2019 Wales has many castles most of which are in ruin.In 2019 I visited the ruin of Ogmore castle.The building of Ogmore Castle was started in the early 12th century and looks to have been started around 1106, however, this would seem to pre-date the Norman conquest of the area. It is noted that the Manor and Castle were given to William de Londres, one of the legendary...

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Caerphilly Medieval Characters.

 Date of Visit: July 2020During the summer Caerphilly Castle holds medieval events .There were medieval crafts exhibitions and enactments.Back in 2020 I visited one of these events and here is a small example of some of the characters seen on the day.Footer:Visit Information:-Google ReferenceCaerphilly Castle - 51.5762589849726, -3.220206076581159Google Search reference: Parc Slip MemorialWhat...

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