Monmouth Castle
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Overview
Monmouth Castle was established by William FitzOsbern in the late 11th century. FitzOsbern fought alongside William at the Battle of Hastings, and was made Earl of Hereford for his efforts. The remains of the great tower date to the first half of the 12th century, and the castle was later remodelled by the Lancasters in the 13th. Henry V was born here in 1413. After changing hands three times during the English Civil War, Cromwell ordered the castle damaged to destroy its military value. Photo credit: © Crown copyright (2015) Cadw
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- Opening Times: Open all year
About the area
In their bid to control the borderlands of Monmouthshire – also known as the Marches – the Normans built a triangle of castles: Grosmont, Skenfrith and White. At first, they were simple wooden structures strengthened by earthworks, but when the lively Welsh refused to stop attacking them, it was decided more permanent fortresses were needed.
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