General Information
Castell Coch is a 19th-century castle situated near Cardiff, Wales. A wealthy man inherited the old castle in the 19th century and ordered architect William Burges to construct him a new castle which would be used as a summer residence. The castle was built in a Gothic Revival style, with three stone towers. The castle is built in a wooded area. The castle is owned by the state and is looked after by the Welsh Heritage group.
Getting there
Castell Coch can be reached by taking either the 26 or 132 bus service from Cardiff to Tongwynlais, it is then a 1km walk. You can also get there by car with local parking available at the castle.
Opening Times and Admission
The castle opens for visitors daily to have a look around. Entry to the castle is set at £6.90 for adults and £4.10 for concessions.