Introduction
Built in the 19th century, Craig-y-Nos Castle occupies a dramatic position perched on the side of the steep valley of the River Tawe. William Barron designed part of the gardens in the late-19th century, when the opera singer Madame Patti lived at Craig-y-Nos. There are interesting trees in the garden and extensive country park, and a modified terrace garden. The castle itself now functions as a hotel.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
01443 336000Website
http://www.cadw.wales.gov.uk/Access contact details
Part of the site is open daily as a country park.
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Designations
CADW Register of Landscapes Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales
- Reference: PGW(Po)16(POW)
- Grade: II*
National Park
- Reference: Brecon Beacons
CADW Register of Listed Buildings in Wales
- Reference: Castle
- Grade: II
CADW Register of Listed Buildings in Wales
- Reference: Theatre
- Grade: I
Features
- Conservatory
- Building
- Description: The late-19th-century opera theatre was built for Adelina Patti.
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- Latest Date:
- Hotel (featured building)
- Earliest Date:
- Waterfall
- Key Information
Type
Estate
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Commercial
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
References
- Cadw and ICOMOS UK, 'Craig-y-Nos Castle and Country Park' in {Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Powys} (Cardiff: Cadw, 1999), pp. 44-50 Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Powys
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Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales, 'Craig-y-Nos, Garden, Glyntawe',