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Castell-prin Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

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Castell-prin Wood

The Rock and Fountain Inn, Penhow Beside the A48.
The Rock and Fountain Inn, Penhow Credit: Eirian Evans

Castell-prin Wood is a charming woodland located in Monmouthshire, Wales. This ancient forest covers an area of approximately 60 acres and is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and bird watchers.

The wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including oak, beech, and ash trees, as well as a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses. Visitors can also spot a range of bird species, such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and robins.

One of the highlights of Castell-prin Wood is the remains of an Iron Age hillfort, which can still be seen within the forest. This historical site adds an extra layer of interest to the woodland, making it a great place to explore for history enthusiasts.

The woodland is crisscrossed with a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the peaceful surroundings. There are also picnic areas where visitors can relax and enjoy a snack while taking in the natural beauty of the forest.

Overall, Castell-prin Wood is a tranquil and picturesque destination, perfect for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.626323/-2.8531041 or Grid Reference ST4192. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Rock and Fountain Inn, Penhow Beside the A48.
The Rock and Fountain Inn, Penhow
Beside the A48.
The track to Castle Farm
The track to Castle Farm
The house on the hill A 17th century house on the site of Penhow Castle <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://map.coflein.gov.uk/index.php?action=do_details&numlink=221292" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://map.coflein.gov.uk/index.php?action=do_details&numlink=221292">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The house on the hill
A 17th century house on the site of Penhow Castle LinkExternal link
A natural moat l land below Penhow Castle the natural plain and its little stream forms a natural barrier
A natural moat
l land below Penhow Castle the natural plain and its little stream forms a natural barrier
Field at Penhow
Field at Penhow
Quarry wall A curious ring wall left around a quarry, and then breached.
Quarry wall
A curious ring wall left around a quarry, and then breached.
Disused Quarry Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5703090">ST4291 : Quarry wall</a>
Disused Quarry
Another view of ST4291 : Quarry wall
Quarry entrance a series of stern warnings
Quarry entrance
a series of stern warnings
The A48 The A48 runs 119 miles from Gloucester to Carmarthen across South Wales. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A48" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A48">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The A48
The A48 runs 119 miles from Gloucester to Carmarthen across South Wales. LinkExternal link
A48 The A48 runs 119 miles from Gloucester to Carmarthen across South Wales. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A48" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A48">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
A48
The A48 runs 119 miles from Gloucester to Carmarthen across South Wales. LinkExternal link
Barn at the Rock and Fountain Inn This is an ancient monument, a 17th century barn and stable <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://map.coflein.gov.uk/index.php?action=do_details&numlink=43361" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://map.coflein.gov.uk/index.php?action=do_details&numlink=43361">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Barn at the Rock and Fountain Inn
This is an ancient monument, a 17th century barn and stable LinkExternal link
Penhow Castle Grade II* Listed Penhow was developed from a heavily-built keep and was the first castle with a stone keep to be built in Britain by the conquering Normans in 1070 and has claims to be the oldest inhabited castle in Wales. Less than a century after the keep tower was built the larger area of the inner bailey was enclosed within a thick stone curtain wall. By the 14th century Penhow was quite a stronghold. The drawbridge was operated by counterweights of stone rediscovered in 1979. Above the lower hall, the Great Hall achieved its present shape in the late 1480s. The Lewis family converted Penhow from an old-fashioned castle to a modern house shortly after 1674. Thomas Lewis' son Thomas was High Sheriff of the county. Stephen Weeks bought the Norman stronghold in 1973 and rebuilt the ruins into an award-winning attraction that opened to the public in 1978. Penhow Castle was sold to a London businessman and closed to the public on 29th December 2002. The important thing about the house is that it was home to the famous Seymour family which eventually produced a King and Queen of England in Jane Seymour and Edward VI.
Penhow Castle
Grade II* Listed Penhow was developed from a heavily-built keep and was the first castle with a stone keep to be built in Britain by the conquering Normans in 1070 and has claims to be the oldest inhabited castle in Wales. Less than a century after the keep tower was built the larger area of the inner bailey was enclosed within a thick stone curtain wall. By the 14th century Penhow was quite a stronghold. The drawbridge was operated by counterweights of stone rediscovered in 1979. Above the lower hall, the Great Hall achieved its present shape in the late 1480s. The Lewis family converted Penhow from an old-fashioned castle to a modern house shortly after 1674. Thomas Lewis' son Thomas was High Sheriff of the county. Stephen Weeks bought the Norman stronghold in 1973 and rebuilt the ruins into an award-winning attraction that opened to the public in 1978. Penhow Castle was sold to a London businessman and closed to the public on 29th December 2002. The important thing about the house is that it was home to the famous Seymour family which eventually produced a King and Queen of England in Jane Seymour and Edward VI.
A48 at Penhow, 1 A good view of the wooded hills of The Wentwood.
A48 at Penhow, 1
A good view of the wooded hills of The Wentwood.
A48 at Penhow, 2 Looking east towards Chepstow. The No. 73 service to Newport is approaching.
A48 at Penhow, 2
Looking east towards Chepstow. The No. 73 service to Newport is approaching.
Grazing land south of Penhow, 1 Looking north-east towards the Wentwood Hills.
Grazing land south of Penhow, 1
Looking north-east towards the Wentwood Hills.
Grazing land south of Penhow, 2 Looking east across the gently rolling landscape of south Monmouthshire.
Grazing land south of Penhow, 2
Looking east across the gently rolling landscape of south Monmouthshire.
Farm buildings at Chapel Farm, Llandevaud Old stone buildings ripe for conversion?
Farm buildings at Chapel Farm, Llandevaud
Old stone buildings ripe for conversion?
Chapel farm, Llandevaud The lane winds its way between the stone buildings, towards Llandevaud.
Chapel farm, Llandevaud
The lane winds its way between the stone buildings, towards Llandevaud.
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Castell-prin Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST4192 (Lat: 51.626323, Lng: -2.8531041)

Unitary Authority: Newport

Police Authority: Gwent

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