Cadw

Cadw is the historic environment service for the @WelshGovernment. Keep up to date with heritage news & events here. Trydar Cymraeg yma: @cadwcymru

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#MysteryMonday 🧐

It was established by white-robed Cistercian monks as part of a movement that spread like a tidal wave across the whole of western Europe in the early Middle Ages.

Do you know this Cadw site?

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Community Archaeology Open Day.

📍Abaty Ystrad Fflur / Strata Florida Abbey
📅 11/07/2026
🕐 10:00 - 16:00

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Sunday 4 July 2027, the world’s greatest cycling race – the Tour de France – will race past the iconic Caerphilly Castle as part of Stage 3 of the Grand Départ!

Make sure you plan your visit to Caerphilly and be part of this unforgettable spectacle!

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Discover what the medieval residents of Chepstow castle would have eaten day-to-day and around feast days.

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𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆

3 July 1093 — Robert of Rhuddlan was killed during a Welsh revolt.

#WalesOnThisDay #WOTD #Cadw

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History isn’t just in the stones — it’s in the landscapes too. 🌿

From wildflowers in ancient ruins to seabirds circling coastal castles, nature and heritage live side by side here.

What have you spotted on your visits?

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Join us for morning and afternoon workshops on the Welsh Harp, and enjoy a performance of this iconic instrument in this iconic monument.

Book now: https://t.co/NQRoxiTqqr

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@BrianPr91402437 🤔

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#MysteryMonday 🧐

Do you know what site this view was taken from? Even when completely cut off by the rebellion of Madog ap Llewelyn the castle held out – thanks to the ‘Way from the Sea’.

Answer revealed tomorrow

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@Castles4kids1 Brilliant!💚

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@judy_cassells 💚

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Join us for a free day at Segontium this Saturday to discover more about the Roman history of the area with our professional archaeologists!

Handle artefacts, try period crafts, or have a go at digging in the mystery boxes. You can even bring your own finds to be identified!

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#RevealTuesday🧐

Castell Harlech crowns a sheer rocky crag overlooking the dunes far below – waiting in vain for the tide to turn and the distant sea to lap at its feet once again.

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@mcfc_bagpuss The Telford bridge is maintained by national trust, it is free and open daily to pedestrians and cyclists year-round. Thanks

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Join us as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of Thomas Telford’s suspension bridge, one of the oldest of its kind still in existence to date.

Book now: https://t.co/ILhFigai8t

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@PaulAdamsCycles Castell Oxwich is open on selected dates as part of our guided tours programme from May to August each year. Find out more and book tickets here: https://t.co/xPNQAcMina

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Spending a couple of days in Swansea?

You’re perfectly placed for coast & heritage. 🌊
The Gower—UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty—has bays, clifftops & castles🏰

Which Gower gem is on your list? 👇
🔗 https://t.co/YsdzJBjwq7
#Cadw #Gower #WalesCoastPath #Swansea

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Wales in the sunshine hits differently ☀️

From coastal castles to hilltop ruins, we want to see YOUR favourite Cadw spot in the summer sun. Drop your photos in the comments or tag us — let's build the ultimate summer heritage gallery together!

#CadwInTheSun

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All Cadw holiday cottages are now proudly rated 5 ⭐ by @VisitWales.

Wake up to Tintern Abbey views at Beaufort Cottage, Stay by White Castle at Crown Cottage or
Unwind at Tretower Court Cottage in the Bannau Brycheiniog.

Book now: https://t.co/JQeovgnVYZ

#Cadw #5StarStay

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Hands up if you're heading to the beach this weekend!🙌

Which beach and castle combo is your favourite? Let us know below — and visit the Wales Coast Path website to explore the itineraries!

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#CadwCastles #WalesCoastPath #WelshHeritage