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Castell Dolforwyn; Dolforwyn Castle, Abermule

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Castell Dolforwyn; Dolforwyn Castle, Abermule
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The National Monuments Record of Wales records Castell Dolforwyn; Dolforwyn Castle, Abermule as Castle from the Medieval period. The saved point comes from the official national record. Inclusion does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Dolforwyn Castle was built by Llywelyn the Great, ruler of Gwynedd, in the early 13th century, around 1220–1230, as part of his efforts to consolidate Welsh control over the Marches. It is remembered as a key strategic stronghold in the struggle between Welsh princes and English lords during the medieval period.

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