Penrhyn Castle – one of the most admired castles in the United Kingdom
The Penrhyn Castle is known as a country house that was built for the purpose of protecting those that reside there against their allies. It was built up in the form of a Norman Castle.
Gruffudd was granted a license to crenelate the castle in 1438, and he founded it with stone and added a tower to the castle. Penrhyn Castle is situated in North Wales between Snowdonia National Park and gate to the Anglesey, so if you are planing your vacation in these places do not forget to stop at the castle.
Penrhyn Castle, North Wales, UK
During the 1780s Samuel Wyatt reconstructed the castle. The building that visitors see today was built between 1820-1840 by Thomas Hopper. He expanded the building in a way that you would not be able to recognize the structure because it looks nothing like it did before.
However, one of the features that still remains is a spiral staircase which has been there since the beginning, as well as a vaulted basement, and a few other masonry items; everything else has been completely changed.
Penrhyn Castle, North Wales
Later, George Hay Dawkins-Pennant inherited the castle off of Hopper’s second son, Richard Pennant. When George died in 1845, his daughter, Juliana inherited the castle.
Penrhyn Castle is one of the most admired castles in the United Kingdom. It was mostly noticed starting in the 19th centuries; this is when everyone started to dig into the history of the castle.
Hopper designed the castle with a rich Norman style in mind; which is a common building style amongst castles in the UK. The wood work and the plaster work were very find indeed.
The furniture was Norman style as well. Upon visiting the castle you will be able to see the Norman slate bed that was built in 1859 for Queen Victoria when she came to visit the castle.
Penrhyn Castle gardens
This 19-century castle is a part of National Trust and is open daily (except Tuesdays) from March 1st till November 3rd. There are also grounds and the Railway Museum that definitely worth a visit. The standard admission is £10 for adults and half of it for children above 5 (under 5 they have free access).
