Denbigh Castle | Denbigh | Gales | Reino Unido

Denbigh Castle

Atracción | Denbigh | Gales | Reino Unido

Castillo medieval en Gales del Norte

El Castillo de Denbigh es una impresionante fortaleza medieval en Denbigh, al norte de Gales, que se encuentra en un promontorio natural sobre el valle de Clwyd. El castillo fue construido a finales del siglo XIII como parte del "Anillo de Hierro" del rey Eduardo I de castillos para consolidar el dominio inglés sobre Gales.

Arquitectura histórica del castillo de Denbigh

Antecedentes históricos
Después de la conquista del norte de Gales por parte de Eduardo I en 1282, el área alrededor de Denbigh fue otorgada al noble inglés Henry de Lacy, tercer conde de Lincoln. De Lacy comenzó de inmediato la construcción del Castillo de Denbigh y las murallas de la ciudad circundante para asegurar su nueva autoridad. El castillo se construyó en el sitio anterior de una residencia de Dafydd ap Gruffudd, cuyo ataque al cercano Castillo de Hawarden llevó al rey inglés a invadir.

Castillo de Eduardo I en Gales

Arquitectura y estructura
El Castillo de Denbigh es considerado un destacado ejemplo de arquitectura militar medieval. La fortaleza cuenta con un impresionante torreón de tres torres, que es considerado uno de los más sofisticados arquitectónicamente de su tiempo. Este torreón consiste en una disposición de torres octogonales alrededor de un salón central y estaba protegido por un foso, un puente levadizo, almenas y una puerta caída. El uso de diferentes colores de mampostería servía para simbolizar la autoridad real de Eduardo I.

Atracciones turísticas en Denbigh

El castillo está rodeado por una muralla con varios torreones, incluyendo el torreón de la Gran Cocina hexagonal y el torreón de la Cámara Blanca. En la parte sur del castillo se encuentran las llamadas Cámaras Verdes, nombradas así por la piedra verde Gwespyr utilizada en su construcción. Estas salas servían como lujosos alojamientos y contaban con bodegas especialmente diseñadas para almacenar carne y vino.

Castillo y murallas de Denbigh

Murallas de la ciudad
La ciudad de Denbigh también estaba rodeada por impresionantes murallas que se extendían alrededor de 1,100 metros y originalmente estaban protegidas por varios torreones y puertas. Una de las más destacadas es la Puerta Burgess, que con su patrón de damero de piedra caliza blanca y arenisca amarilla expresa el orgullo local y la sofisticación arquitectónica.

Historia posterior
A pesar de que el castillo nunca se completó por completo, desempeñó un papel significativo en los conflictos de la Edad Media. Durante la Guerra Civil Inglesa en el siglo XVII, el Castillo de Denbigh fue ocupado por tropas realistas hasta que capituló en 1646 después de un asedio por parte de las fuerzas parlamentarias. Posteriormente, el castillo fue parcialmente demolido para evitar su uso militar continuo.

Estado actual
Hoy en día, las ruinas del Castillo de Denbigh y las partes conservadas de las murallas de la ciudad están abiertas al público, ofreciendo una fascinante visión de la historia y arquitectura medieval de Gales. El sitio es administrado por Cadw, la organización de conservación del patrimonio del gobierno galés, y es un importante patrimonio cultural que refleja la historia dramática de la región.
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Dirección
Castle Hill
LL16 3NB Denbigh

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Horarios

Domingo10:00 - 16:00
Lunes--
Martes--
Miércoles--
Jueves--
Viernes10:00 - 16:00
Sábado10:00 - 16:00

Reseñas

1004 Reseñas

Spikey Bones
01.02.2025

The photo I posted look at that I saw a big slim cat lying down on the road near Denbigh castle so I threw it lol Best experience!
Vicky Williams
14.01.2025

Lovely afternoon with the kids, didn't pay to go in just walked round the outside m, great views
June C
12.10.2024

町の中を通り抜け、高台にある古城へ。あまり広くはありませんが、無料駐車場が古城の脇にあります。 城はCadwが管理・運営してます。チケット売り場は橋を渡って、中に入ってから。売店も併設。ドッグフレンドリー。廃墟になっていますが、見応えあります。
Link (Flying games studios)
08.05.2024

.The views are like unbelievable and this place gets a 5 star the reason being is cuz all the fun activities and I love historical landmarks!
Neal Smith
22.12.2024

Ok, unless you’re from the area, there’s not too much to be gained in historical learning. But a great few walks surround it
prettyspring871 XD
05.12.2024

Couldn't tell you as we couldn't afford to get in the prices are an absolute disgrace! We need to be weathy to visit places like this these days..!
dominar2k
02.12.2024

Very expensive to get in when you can 90% without paying. Had it have been a reasonable amount, I would have been happy to pay.
Gary Davies
24.11.2024

Very friendly, helpful & knowledgeable staff. Really enjoyable visit.
Benjamin Starkey
24.11.2024

30 min mad dash,but we'll worth it,nice chatty lady on till,snow and chill,probably just like it was 500 years ago, ramparts were well worth the money, as was dungeon.
Hollie Pay
13.11.2024

Great place to visit. History and beautiful views
hayley Easthope
06.11.2024

Well worth a visit, lots of ruins & walls to climb, while here climb the town walls as well get the key from reception. You can spend a few hours exploring the area.
Andy Brown
03.11.2024

Interesting castle, didn't know it was an English one until I got here, has quite a bit to it like, there is also a part where you can walk along the part of the wall that is remaining 😀 Not very accessible to get into but there is ramps, but unfortunately not to the top part of the castle, beautiful views of Denbigh though if you manage to get up there, highly reccomended Lil charge to go round the rest of it though but you can go though the original main gate (or where it used to be) and up to the gift shop which is lovely inside
Bryan Beaton
03.11.2024

Friendly, well-managed, includes an engaging activity for children.
Geraint Williams
01.11.2024

Staff were very friendly and recommended the town wall walk. Excellent and i highly recommend
justathought
15.10.2024

Great place to visit. Not a huge castle but a nice spot to hang out, with great Scenery
Simon Pope
12.10.2024

Beautiful views from the grounds and top off wall . Great spot for a picnic 😁
Graham Robert
04.10.2024

Not much parking, but quiet and interesting for a couple of hours.
Yogen Mudgal
04.10.2024

It is a short walk up a hill from the main high street. I took the bus from Rhyl train station, though, which takes a while to get here. The ruins are beautiful, with lovely views of the hills and valleys. There's only so much else to do, and I wouldn't make a special trip for it, but it's an excellent place to go if you get a chance.
E Liddle
01.10.2024

Great day out to see the castle and town loads of history there . Great staff very helpful and good knowledge of history thanks for fab day
Lynn P
20.09.2024

Disappointing. It's a steep walk up to the castle, although we discovered a small car park there when we arrived on foot. There's a tiny shop, and a cafe that only serves cold drinks and very limited snacks. I would suggest bringing a picnic with you. You can sit outside the castle on the grass or a bench and see some of the castle from there for free. I paid to go around the castle. My husband has a knee issue at present, so sat and waited at the cafe. There's a lack of signage and information throughout. The views are primarily of a town and some relatively modern houses. If you're further south and have time, visit Laughern castle instead. It's a ruin with beautiful views over the estuary. It's a better way to spend time and money...
Hugh Spencer
19.09.2024

Good and lovely day as well
Rebecca T
17.09.2024

Very quiet on a Monday, staff were lovely and welcoming. Dog friendly. Probably not as wheelchair friendly as they advertise, but I am strong enough to push my nan over grassy hills / bumps etc, while others would have struggled.
Richard Brookes
31.08.2024

Gorgeous spot, stunning views
John Chambers
29.08.2024

A bit disappointing Came hoping to find information on an ancestor who was a governor here Very little information given as you walked around
MD L
29.08.2024

Set of ruins from the fabulous Denbigh Castle. It is huge. Have to go around town to get the feel of how enormous it used io be. Great for a day out with family. Try to be careful with the steps because they are really slippery. Polished due to time. Dogs are welcome. Parking spaces available at the back of the castle, follow signa for parking. There are 3 disabled parking hut they are quite tiny. English heritage members are free.
Dale Hazeldine
22.08.2024

Enjoyed it relaxing place
Jon Quick
20.08.2024

Great views from the castle walls. An enjoyable walk around the inside of this castle ruins.
Sarah Fox
20.08.2024

Amazing place

 

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