Scheduled MonumentsWalesNewport Castle
Medieval · Castle

Newport Castle

Wales
Cadw SAM MM009
Period
Medieval
Site type
Castle
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Newport Castle is a late medieval fortress located in Newport, Pembrokeshire, Wales. The castle was constructed in the fifteenth century, likely in the latter half of the period, as part of the defensive architecture of the region during a time of significant political instability in Wales. The structure is characterized by its substantial stone walls and defensive design typical of late medieval Welsh fortifications. Today the castle remains a significant example of fifteenth-century military architecture, demonstrating the building practices and strategic concerns of the period in South Wales.

Newport Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM009. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Newport Castle?

Newport Castle is a late medieval fortress located in Newport, Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM009.

What period does Newport Castle date from?

Newport Castle dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a castle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Newport Castle?

Newport Castle is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MM009.

What other scheduled monuments are near Newport Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tredegar Fort (2.7 km), Castell Glas Castle Mound (2.9 km), Coed y Defaid Camp (4.4 km).

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