
What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Chepstow Castle as Castle (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Chepstow Castle was built by William the Conqueror's half-brother, Robert, Count of Mortain, in the late 11th century, around 1067. It is important as one of the earliest and best-preserved Norman castles in Wales, marking the beginning of English influence in the region.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
Places near here
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Tourist Information CentreVisitor information · 158 yd
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The Old Almshouses, Church St; Montague Almshouses, Church StAlmshouse · 195 yd
Chepstow MuseumMuseum · 199 yd
Chepstow Port WallMemorial · 276 yd
Chepstow War MemorialMemorial · 282 yd
Cliffside artwork and caveCave or cavern · 615 yd
quarryCliff · 1359 yd
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Photo: Dennis Turner · CC BY-SA 2.0