Penrhyn Castle and Garden, Wales (with Map & Photos)

The Penrhyn Castle is within the best castles in Wales (Great Britain). A dream place where any of us would like to have their residence. Its appearance is immaculate and its interior keeps numerous rooms in a state of conservation that makes us travel back in time 150 years ago.

Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle

A little bit of history


Penrhyn Castle was built between 1822 and 1837 by order of George Hay Dawkins, an English politician from a wealthy family thanks to the sugar plantations in Jamaica as well as other businesses in Wales.

Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle

It is said to have cost around 150,000 pounds, roughly 50 million pounds today, which can be considered a great fortune. All for building a castle-like mansion on top of a mountain. A dream within the reach of very few.

Visit to Penrhyn Castle


Penrhyn Castle is very close to the town of Bangor, famous for its University and for the Menai Canal that separates Wales from the Isle of Anglesey. Located on a hill within Penrhyn Park, it is visible from the city.

Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle

When we got to the castle, we left the car in a parking lot located several hundred meters below. Therefore we will have to walk between 5 and 10 minutes to find the entrance to the castle. Once we arrive we will be impressed by its shapes and the large amount of vegetation that covers its walls.

Vegetation that can give us the impression of neglect, but it is just the opposite. It shows that it is very well cared for and when we enter its interior we will confirm it without a doubt.

Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle

Its interior is taken care of to the smallest detail such as the dining room. A room dressed in the best finery with the aim of pleasing the prince of Wales himself

As expected the bedrooms are pristine, like the one reserved for Queen Victoria. Nice right?

Once again, it is best to completely surround the castle and marvel at the ivy that covers it. Sinister-looking and where bugs camp at ease.

Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle

Besides the castle there is a playground where children can play freely. To this the Penrhyn park is really great. We can walk for miles to enjoy its green gardens.

And of course marvel at its beautiful landscapes. Therefore a visit to Penrhyn Castle can easily take us one morning, something that is highly recommended.

National Trust, Penrhyn Castle and Garden Map