- However, it was the 18th century acquisition of Cardiff Castle by the Bute family that was to dramatically change the appearance of the castle.
- The castle was last owned by the Bute family, who eventually gifted it to the city of Cardiff, where it remains a big draw for tourists and local residents alike.
- The history of Cardiff Castle spans over nearly 2000 years starting with a Roman fort established in AD55-60 on this site during their conquest of Britain.
- Following the death of the 4th Marquess of Bute, the family decided to give the Castle and much of its parkland to the city of Cardiff.
- Up until 1947, when the castle was donated to the city, it was home to the Butes, the family responsible for turning Cardiff from a small town into the world’s...
- If you’re arriving by train, it’s a short 10 minute walk from Cardiff Central station and 15 minutes from Cardiff Queen Street to the castle.
- On 1 April 2012 the Tour of Britain cycle race passed through Cardiff city centre and ended on Cardiff Castle’s grounds where it was presented to the winner.
- Cardiff Castle is open daily from 9am to 5pm in the winter and until 6pm in the summer.
- The Interpretation Centre is home to an introductory film show, bringing the last 2000 years of Cardiff Castle to life, whilst the audio tour will be your guide around the...
- Shortly following WWII, Cardiff was given possession of the castle and it has become one of the United Kingdom’s greatest tourist attractions ever since.