Is Castell Cricieth wheelchair-accessible?

The visitor centre has two levels, the ground floor is a shop and admissions area, and the lower ground area is an exhibition space. The lower ground area can be accessed via a couple of steps or using the accessible platform lift. The pathway leading up to the castle is around 70 meters and very steep with around 10 staggered stone steps spread out. A handrail is available on part of the pathway.

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Welcome to Castell Cricieth, one of the best castles in North Wales

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Castell Cricieth, or Criccieth Castle, makes for one of the must visit attractions in North Wales. Located in the charming small town of Criccieth, with a population of just over 1,700 people, the site provides stunning vistas of the town and bay as you explore the town's famous landmark.

Discover centuries of history as you enter through the gatehouse, flanked by massive D-shaped stone towers. Originally created by Llywelyn ap Iorwerth, the castle was later captured and altered by Edward I in his conquest of Wales before being besieged and heavily damaged in a revolt let by Owain Glyndŵr in 1404.

After years of ruin, the castle has been restored and now stands tall over the stunning coastline. Climb to the top of the castle for some truly breath-taking panoramic views of Cardigan Bay.

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General Admission Ticket - Castell Cricieth

Book General Admission tickets to Castell Cricieth today and visit one of the most scenic castles in all of North Wales. Visit anytime during the day.

Available to 31 December 9999

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Gwynedd LL52 0DP

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How to find us

By Road: A497 to Criccieth from Porthmadog or Pwllheli.

By Rail: 400m/440yards, Shrewsbury-Machynlleth/Pwllheli route

By Bus: 200m/220yards, route No 3, Porthmadog-Criccieth/Pwllheli.

By Bike: NCN Route No.8 On route.

Bike access
Dog-friendly
Gift shop
Paid parking
Toilets

The visitor centre has two levels, the ground floor is a shop and admissions area, and the lower ground area is an exhibition space. The lower ground area can be accessed via a couple of steps or using the accessible platform lift.
The pathway leading up to the castle is around 70 meters and very steep with around 10 staggered stone steps spread out. A handrail is available on part of the pathway.

Yes, dogs on leads welcome to access ground floor levels of the site. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times.

Criccieth Castle does not have a car park, however parking is permitted on the road around the castle.

Yes, visitor toilets are available at this site.

Smoking is not permitted at Castell Cricieth.

The castle was first built in the 1230's by Llywelyn ap Iorwerth, the prince of Gwynedd. The castle was captured by Edward I in 1283, where it underwent significant change.

Criccieth Castle was besieged and damaged in 1294-1295 during an unsuccessful revolt by Madog ap Llywelyn. It was then captured after being burned and heavily damaged in another revolt attempt led by Owain Glyndŵr.

JMW Turner famously painted Criccieth Castle sometime between 1835-1836.