Rhuddlan Castle

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Visit Rhuddlan Castle in Denbighshire boasting plenty of history, built over five years after the first Welsh War!

The view from the Rhuddlan Castle walls is breathtaking, offering a stunning panorama of the Welsh countryside and the River Clwyd, where geese and swans glide by. King Edward diverted the river to ensure the castle's safety, employing hundreds of ditch-diggers.

  • Get standard entry to the site with General Admission Tickets on this page
  • Visit 20 historic monuments in Wales, including this Castle with the Cadw Explorer Pass

Children will love exploring the castle's nooks and crannies, while you can imagine English troops arriving by ship as Edward I continued his campaign against the Welsh. Designed by James of St George in 1277, the castle features revolutionary concentric walls.

Bring a picnic and enjoy the grass surrounded by ancient ruins. For more exploration, Twthill is just an eight-minute stroll away, offering views of the river and Clwydian hills. This historically significant area was the site of Rhuddlan's first castle, built in 1073 by Robert of Rhuddlan.

A day at Rhuddlan Castle promises a memorable experience, filled with Welsh history and beautiful scenery. Don't forget to capture the magic with plenty of photos!

Interested in visiting other Welsh castles? Get your Cadw Explorer Pass to visit 20 historic monuments in Wales

Your key to unlock Wales' greatest castles, in one ticket!

The Castles of Wales Explorer Pass offers the freedom to explore all of Cadw's historic attractions and help you get the most out of your visit to Wales. 

  • Entry to 20 Welsh castles and attractions (see additional info for full list)
  • Visit as many castle as you want
  • Choice of either the 3 day pass or 7 day pass (the 3 day pass gives you 3 days of entrance and is valid for a 7 day period. The 7 day pass gives you 7 days of entrance, valid for 14 days)
  • Save lots of money!

So don't miss out on this epic historic day, get tickets now and have them delivered to you instantly via email and SMS!

Rhuddlan Castle

Castle Street,
Rhuddlan,
Rhyl,
LL18 5AD
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  • Free parking
  • Café

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Castles of Wales Explorer 3-day pass and 7-day pass explained:

  • The 3 day pass gives you 3 days of free entrance, that is valid for a 7 day period. The 7 day pass gives you 7 days of free entrance, valid for 14 days.
  • The passes have been designed to be flexible and suit families and tourists spending one or two week weeks in Wales.

How much money will I save with the Castles of Wales Explorer Pass?

  • The more castles you see the more you'll save. 
  • Entry to the Castles of Wales can be anywhere between £8-£15 (approx) each, so this pass is great for anyone wishing to visit a bunch castes on their visit to Wales. 
  • You can visit a lot of castles in 1-2 weeks!

Who is the Castles of Wales Explorer Pass for?

  • Ideal for anyone looking for things to do in Wales, for anyone wanting to soak up as much Welsh culture as possible, and perfect for families on a budget!
  • Wales is often referred to as the "Castle Capital of the World" and has more castles per square mile than any other country, so this pass is also great for any tourists coming to Wales too!

What does Cadw mean?

  • Cadw [cad-oo] is the Welsh word for 'castle' or 'keep' 

What are the Castle of Wales Explorer Pass family tickets?

  • 2 adults and up to 3 children/grandchildren under 18. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

What Cadw attractions are included in the Castle of Wales Explorer Pass? 

  • Beaumaris Castle
  • Blaenavon Ironworks
  • Caerleon Roman Baths
  • Caernarfon Castle
  • Caerphilly Castle
  • Carreg Cennen Castle
  • Castell Coch 
  • Chepstow Castle
  • Cilgerran Castle
  • Conwy Castle
  • Criccieth Castle
  • Denbigh Castle 
  • Harlech Castle
  • Kidwelly Castle 
  • Laugharne Castle 
  • Oxwich Castle
  • Plas Mawr Elizabethan Town House
  • Raglan Castle
  • Rhuddlan Castle
  • Rug Chapel
  • St Davids Bishop's Palace
  • Tintern Abbey
  • Tretower Court and Castle
  • Valle Crucis Abbey
  • Weobley Castle

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