Penhow Castle, Newport

Name: Penhow Castle
Address: Newport, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1633 400800

#24 among attractions in Newport

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Penhow Castle, Penhow, Newport dates from the early 12th century. Extended and reconstructed in almost every century since, it has been claimed to be the oldest continuously-inhabited castle in Wales. The castle is a Grade II* listed building. ()

Coordinates: 51°36'49"N, 2°50'1"W

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Newport United Kingdom

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+44 1633 400800

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Penhow Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dewstow House, Venta Silurum, Caldicot and Wentloog Levels, Gray Hill.

2.9 miE
Golf
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Museum, Archaeological museum
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Archaeological site
Caldicot and Wentloog Levels, Caldicot
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Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
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National park
Magor Marsh
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Church
Church of St Thomas a Becket
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3.4 miNW
Restaurant, Bridge
New Bridge, Usk
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Church
Church of St Stephen and St Tathan, Caerwent
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St Mary's Church, Magor
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