Haverfordwest Castle
Haverfordwest Castle (Welsh: Castell Hwlffordd) is a castle located in the town centre at Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, south Wales, located in a naturally defensive position at the end of a strong, isolated ridge. The castle was established during Norman times in 1120 but much of the architecture remaining today is dated to 1290. For centuries the castle was an English stronghold. There are several other notable castles in area; Wiston Castle lies 6 miles (9.7 km) to the northeast and Pembroke Castle lies 12 miles (19 km) to the south.
| Haverfordwest Castle | |
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| Part of Pembrokeshire | |
| Haverfordwest, Wales UK grid reference SM953157 | |
Haverfordwest Castle | |
| Coordinates | 51.803°N 4.97°W |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Controlled by | Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Partially restored |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1120 1290 Early 1380s |
| Built by | Gilbert de Clare, earl of Pembroke Queen Eleanor of Castile |
| In use | Until mid 18th century |
| Materials | Mortar Timber |
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