Historic sites

Places to visit which offer an insight into the history of Wales, including castles, stately homes, museums and Welsh legends.

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Aerial shot of a village and the slate quarries surrounding it.

North West Wales slate landscape, a UNESCO WHS

Discover the six areas of the North West Wales Slate Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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A tour guide talking to visitors in a former underground mine.

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape, a UNESCO WHS

Discover the industrial landscape of Blaenavon in South East Wales, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Aerial shot of a castle and it's town walls.

Castles and Town Walls of Edward I, a UNESCO WHS

Discover the Castles and Town Walls of Edward I, one of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales.

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An aqueduct spanning high over a river.

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, a UNESCO WHS

Discover Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, one of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales.

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A couple walking down the steps in a castle.

Out of season attractions and places to visit

Places to visit which are open during the quieter seasons in autumn (fall) and winter.

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Aerial shot of a fairytale castle.

Join the Cadw Tour Operator Scheme

Becoming a member of Cadw's Tour Operator Scheme offer trade rates and other benefits.

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Views of the estuary from a castle wall.

Cadw coastal castles and historic sites

Cadw has a range of majestic monuments on the coast to include in your client’s itineraries.

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An aerial view of a slate museum.

National Slate Museum redevelopment

The National Slate Museum in Llanberis temporarily closes for redevelopment.

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An information board illustrating a walking trail.

Richard Burton Centenary celebrations

A programme of events will celebrate the centenary of Richard Burton's birth in Neath Port Talbot.

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An accessible ramp leading to a castle.

Cadw sites see increase in trade visits

New booking system helps Cadw welcome record breaking trade visitors to its historic properties.

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External shot of a castle hotel lit up at night, with a river running beside it.

Refurbished Castle of Brecon Hotel reopens

The Castle of Brecon Hotel welcomes guests back after £3 million makeover both inside and out.

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Minibus parked on an open road with a backdrop of spectacular mountains.

New small group guided tours in North Wales

National Park Adventure Tours launches new eco-conscious North Wales itineraries for small groups.

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