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Best Castles in the Wye Valley

  • Jul 18
  • 2 min read

The Wye Valley is home to some of Britain's finest medieval castles, with impressive ruins, breathtaking views and centuries of fascinating history. Whether you're looking for a family day out, spectacular photography or somewhere to explore after a woodland walk, there are several fantastic castles within easy reach of Doward Park Campsite!


📍 Drive: 10–40 minutes

⭐ Best for: History lovers & families

🏰 Medieval castles

📸 Fantastic viewpoints

🐕 Most are dog friendly

🌲 Perfect for combining with local walks


Which castles should I visit? Goodrich Castle

Chepstow Castle

  • Around 35 minutes

  • Britain's oldest surviving stone castle

  • Dramatic riverside setting


Skenfrith Castle

  • Quiet and free to visit

  • Great picnic spot

  • Ideal with younger children

  • Lovely little swimming spot on the river behind


Raglan Castle

  • One of Wales' grandest castles

  • Great towers

  • Beautiful moat

White Castle

  • Around 35 minutes

  • One of the best-preserved Norman castles in Wales

  • Impressive curtain walls and towers

Our tip: If you only have time to visit one castle, we'd recommend Goodrich Castle. It's the closest to Doward Park, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in England and easy to combine with a walk up Coppett Hill or a visit to Symonds Yat.


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Ready to explore the castles of the Wye Valley? Doward Park Campsite is the perfect base for exploring the history of the area. Our woodland campsite provides a peaceful base with spacious pitches, family facilities and easy access to the area's best walks and attractions. Book Now


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