• The concentric design of Beaumaris meant the outer curtain was overlooked entirely by the castle's inner ward.
  • Beaumaris Castle is the largest and last castle that was built from (1272 CE to 1307 CE) by King Edward I in Whales.
  • Beaumaris Castle and Snowdonia The stronghold stands at one end of Castle Street, inextricably linked with the history of the town.
  • This is the first striking aspect of Beaumaris: the castle's exterior beauty. Although never completed to their planned height, Beaumaris' large towers are impressive.
  • Beaumaris Castle can be explored in about two to four hours, leaving ample time to visit nearby Conwy Castle to the east or Caernarfon Castle to the west.
  • Beaumaris Castle was taken by Welsh forces in 1403 during the rebellion of Owain Glyndŵr, but was recaptured by royal forces in 1405.
  • Beaumaris Castle, on the isle of Anglesey, Wales, is the most impressive example of a concentric castle in the world.
  • The speed of construction was impressive: Beaumaris Castle became suitable for use as a defensive structure just a year after the start of work.
  • Beaumaris Castle is considered one of the finest surviving examples of a concentric medieval castle and is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
  • Work officially began on Beaumaris Castle in 1295, although initial plans had likely been first conceived closer to the start date of the invasion (est.