Craig y Nos Castle is a wedding venue and dog friendly hotel in Brecon Beacons

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The Castle overlooks Craig-y-Nos Country Park, in the Brecon Beacons National Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Steeped in history, once home of the famous opera singer Adelina Patti, the Castle is a must see for all visitors to the area.

The castle is open to the public at all times throughout the year and admission is FREE. The Castle has two car parks with free ample parking for visitors and guests.

Craig-y-nos Castle is the ideal venue for conferences and meetings. With a choice of function rooms, meeting rooms, bars, accommodation, entertainment and dining facilities, through to outdoor activities in the lovely Brecon Beacons National Park.

Guided tours available, various rates apply. Please call to book or enquire.

Craig-y-nos Country Park & Castle is one of the National Park's top ten sites for stargazing.

Disabled access on request.

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Friday, 23rd May 2025 - Saturday, 24th May 2025

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Friday, 6th June 2025 - Saturday, 7th June 2025

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Saturday, 7th June 2025 - Saturday, 7th June 2025

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Friday, 13th June 2025 - Saturday, 14th June 2025

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Sunday, 15th June 2025 - Sunday, 15th June 2025

Father's Day Lunch at Craig y Nos CastleJoin us for a special Father's Day Lunch at Craig y Nos Castle - treat your Dad to a delicious meal in a beautiful setting!
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Sunday, 29th June 2025 - Sunday, 29th June 2025

Craig y Nos Castle Wedding Venue Open DayCraig y Nos Castle Open Day - Brecon BeaconsAn Open Day is not like a 'Wedding Fair' with lots of stall-holders. At an Open Day, the Venue is on display. We have two or three key suppliers - Table Decor, DJ and the Photographer.
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Friday, 11th July 2025 - Saturday, 12th July 2025

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Sunday, 17th August 2025 - Thursday, 21st August 2025

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Thursday, 25th September 2025 - Thursday, 25th September 2025

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Friday, 17th October 2025 - Friday, 17th October 2025

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Monday, 27th October 2025 - Tuesday, 28th October 2025

Sunday, 2nd November 2025 - Monday, 3rd November 2025

Halloween Ghost Tours at Craig y Nos Castle 2025Halloween Ghost Tour All Night Investigation at Craig y Nos CastleHalloween Ghost Tour All Night Investigation at Craig y Nos Castle 27/10/2025
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Friday, 5th December 2025 - Sunday, 7th December 2025

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Facilities

Other

  • Accessible Venue
  • Electric car charging point

Accessibility

  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Quiet Area/ Rooms
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Advance booking essential
  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)
  • Free Entry
  • Online Booking Possible

Catering

  • On-site catering

Children

  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Facilities for groups
  • Guided tours for groups
  • Mini Coach Parties Accepted

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Bar area
  • Facilities for conferencing
  • Facilities for corporate hospitality
  • Free broadband internet in bedrooms
  • Grounds for outdoor activities
  • Leisure facilities onsite
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Sole use of venue
  • Venue approved for civil marriage
  • Wedding planner available
  • Wedding receptions

Parking

  • Accessible Parking
  • EV Charging
  • Free Parking
  • On site car park

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted
  • Guided tours for individuals
  • Onsite Catering
  • Smoking not allowed
  • WiFi or internet access

Site Features

  • Regional Tourist Board Member

Suitability

  • School Trips

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted
  • Hen/Stag Dos Welcome

Map & Directions

Road Directions

From the North:

Take the M5 motorway South to the M50. Follow the M50 to the end, near Ross on Wye, where it becomes the A40. Continue ahead, and after passing Monmouth go another six miles and then take the first junction after the service station, signed A40 Abergavenny. Follow the A40 until after a long straight section you approach a large roundabout near Abergavenny where you leave the A40 and continue straight ahead. This road is the A465, signed to Merthyr Tydfil.

Stay on the A465 for around 26 miles, passing the junction to Merthyr Tydfil, and continuing to the A4109 junction at Glyn Neath. Follow the A4109 through the traffic lights in GlynNeath and over the hill towards Abercrave. This becomes the A4221, but continues straight ahead until it drops down to the A4067 road. At the junction with the A4067 turn right and follow the road for four miles to Craig-y-Nos Castle, which is on the right.

From the South and the M4 Motorway:

Follow the A470 Northwards from junction No32 of the M4 motorway to the A 465 just beyond Merthyr Tydfil. Head West on the A465 continuing to the A4109 junction at Glyn Neath. Follow the A4109 through the traffic lights in GlynNeath and over the hill towards Abercrave. This becomes the A4221, but continues straight ahead until it drops down to the A4067 road. At the junction with the A4067 turn right and follow the road for four miles to Craig-y-Nos Castle, which is on the right.

Accessible by Public Transport: Swansea station is 20 miles away.

Craig Y Nos Castle

Type:Castle

Brecon Road, Penycae, Swansea, SA9 1GL

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Tel01639 731167

Opening Times

* It is recommended that you telephone in advance if you are planning to visit as tours are not available when there is a wedding, function and events on at the Castle.

Please note that at times certain parts of the Castle will be under restoration and therefore inaccessible.

Awards

  • Visit WalesVisit Wales VAQAS Visit Wales VAQAS 2016

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