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Llantilio Crossenny Attractions
Listed below are attractions in Llantilio Crossenny:
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Along with nearby Skenfrith and Grosmont castles, White Castle was built by the Normans as they won control over the area of North Gwent. The earliest parts of White Castle are the 12th Century curtain walls of the inner ward....
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Abergavenny Museum is situated in an old 19th Century hunting lodge within the grounds of the castle. It houses displays that provide visitors with an insight into the long history of this Welsh market town from the days of...
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A family run boat hire company, Beacon Park Boats pride themselves on the great service they provide. Narrowboats can be hired weekly, and special electric canopied boats by the day. Narrowboats have full central heating and all mod cons. Both...
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The Borough Theatre in Abergavenny is part of the town hall building and has a 338 seat capacity. It dates back to 1870 and was fully restored in the 1990s. The theatre is famous for playing host to...
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The Normans founded Grosmont probably before 1100. It was one of the three castles granted to Hubert de Burgh in 1201; he rebuilt the original earth and timber castle in stone. The high curtain walls and three towers were added...
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All that remains of this once important Norman Castle above the River Monnow is the Great Tower and Hall. Built about 1150, the Great Tower was the birthplace of the future Henry V in September 1387. The Earl of Lancaster...
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Monnow Bridge is the only fortified bridge that remains from the medieval period in Britain. It was built in 1272 with the gatehouse being added about 25 years later. It was part of the town`s defences and also served...
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Monmouth boasts a fine collection of Nelson material bequeathed to the town in 1924 by Lady Llangattock. A dedicated admirer of Nelson, she spent much time acquiring items and memorabilia relating to the admiral. The collection includes many of his...
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Raglan Castle was built in the 15th Century and is a great monument to the medieval era. Before the present structure was built there was a motte and bailey castle on the site which began to be replaced by...
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The defences of the original Norman castle would have been of earth and timber. In 1201, Skenfrith Castle was granted to Hubert de Burgh, a Marcher lord who rose to become king’s justiciar. He rebuilt Skenfrith in stone between 1228...
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The large church of St Nicholas was built in part for the garrison at nearby Grosmont Castle. It is a 13th century building with a very long chancel, striking nave and double piscina. A French architect is said to have...
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