• King Henry I (d.1135) granted Chepstow castle to the Clare family whose male line died out in 1176. ... He held Chepstow castle from 1189 until his death in 1219.
  • Beautifully preserved Chepstow Castle stretches out along a limestone cliff above the River Wye like a history lesson in stone.
  • Chepstow Castle is a scheduled ancient monument under the care of Cadw, the historic environment service of the Welsh Government.
  • There's also been sightings of the ghost of Henry Marten, an English lawyer who was sent in to exile at Chepstow Castle by King Charles II in 1668.
  • Chepstow Castle is a museum in Chepstow. View visitor information, information about the collection and read reviews.
  • The ruins of Chepstow Castle have a spectacular setting on cliffs over the River Wye. This powerful defensive position can best be seen from several points on...
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  • Chepstow Castle, located in Chepstow on top of cliffs overlooking the River Wye, was built by the Norman lord William FitzOsbern from 1067.
  • Chepstow Castle in Chepstow: Find opening hours and directions, compare prices before booking, see photos, and read reviews.
  • Photo taken at Chepstow Castle by Romà J. on 8/2/2023. Photo taken at Chepstow Castle by Ian W. on 7/29/2023. See all 174 photos.