Caernarfon town walls, Caernarfon
Facts and practical information
Caernarfon's town walls are a medieval defensive structure around the town of Caernarfon in North Wales. The walls were constructed between 1283 and 1292 after the foundation of Caernarfon by Edward I, alongside the adjacent castle. The walls are 734 m long and include eight towers and two medieval gatehouses. The project was completed using large numbers of labourers brought in from England; the cost of building the walls came to around £3,500, a large sum for the period. The walls were significantly damaged during the rebellion of Madog ap Llywelyn in 1294, and had to be repaired at considerable expense. Political changes in the 16th century reduced the need to maintain such defences around the town. Today the walls form part of the UNESCO world heritage site administered by Cadw. Archaeologists Oliver Creighton and Robert Higham describe the defences as "a remarkably intact walled circuit". ()
Caernarfon
Caernarfon town walls – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Caernarfon Castle, Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd, Segontium, Aber Swing Bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Caernarfon town walls by public transport?
Train
- Caernarfon (7 min walk)
Bus
- Caernarfon Stop C • Lines: T2 (8 min walk)
- Caernarfon Bus Station (8 min walk)