--LOCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY--
Situated in the very heart of the capital city of Wales, Cardiff Castle can be found alongside the beautiful Bute Park, about 2 minutes walk from the National Museum of Wales and within the heart of the main city centre shopping area.
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Castle, featuring more than two hours of hits spanning four decades, certainly set the grounds of Cardiff Castle--and 10,000 fans--alight. As a singer, Jones has always played a canny game. He's proved particularly adept at reinventing himself as an avuncular costar for today's young singers, bumping and grinding through hip-hop and rhythm and blues without neglecting the brassy novelty numbers which set him on the path to stardom back in the 1960s. The voice has survived the years virtually intact. Subtlety was never exactly a Tom Jones trademark and everything is attacked with the stops full out. All the hits are here: "Delilah" and "What's New Pussycat" are interspersed with "Burning Down the House" and a "Sex Bomb" which really zips along.The hips might not be as snake-like as they once were and the pouring sweat is testimony to the effort required by gyrations which would test a much younger man. But when he sails into "The Green Green Grass of Home", it sounds like a deserved paean both to his staying power and a charisma which genuinely appeals across the generations. --Piers Ford
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Recorded in July 2001, Tom Jones's high-voltage return to his roots inLive at Cardiff ... more
Castle, featuring more than two hours of hits spanning four decades, certainly set the grounds of Cardiff Castle--and 10,000 fans--alight. As a singer, Jones has always played a canny game. He's proved particularly adept at reinventing himself as an avuncular costar for today's young singers, bumping and grinding through hip-hop and rhythm and blues without neglecting the brassy novelty numbers which set him on the path to stardom back in the 1960s. The voice has survived the years virtually intact. Subtlety was never exactly a Tom Jones trademark and everything is attacked with the stops full out. All the hits are here: "Delilah" and "What's New Pussycat" are interspersed with "Burning Down the House" and a "Sex Bomb" which really zips along.The hips might not be as snake-like as they once were and the pouring sweat is testimony to the effort required by gyrations which would test a much younger man. But when he sails into "The Green Green Grass of Home", it sounds like a deserved paean both to his staying power and a charisma which genuinely appeals across the generations. --Piers Ford
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Advantages: Excellent location, easily accessible Disadvantages: Grounds can get quite boggy in the rain!
...the capital city of Wales, Cardiff Castle can be found alongside the beautiful Bute Park, about 2 minutes walk from the National Museum of Wales and within the heart of the main city centre shopping area.
From Junctions 29, 32 or 33 of the M4, follow the signposts to Cardiff City Centre - you really won't miss it. There are a number of multi storey car parks located in the vicinity of the Castle, although these can be quite expensive. ... .../>
--HISTORY--
Cardiff Castle is actually the combined work of more than one period, with the remains of the original Roman foundations clearly visible in the structure (marked by a line of red brick to make this clearer to the visitor). The Castle was originally a wooden fort and reconstructed in stone in the 3rd Century. During the Norman invasion, William the Conqueror chose Cardiff to build his castle, and in 1081 building began ... more
--LOCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY--
Situated in the very heart of the capital city of Wales, Cardiff Castle can be found alongside the beautiful Bute Park, about 2 minutes walk from the National Museum of Wales and within the heart of the main city centre shopping area.
From Junctions 29, 32 or 33 of the M4, follow the signposts to Cardiff City Centre - you really won't miss it. There are a number of multi storey car parks located in the vicinity of the Castle, although these can be quite expensive. Alternatively, the Council now has a voucher scheme running, whereby visitors can purchase parking vouchers from shops leading into the centre at a cost of £1.20 each, and you are then able to use designated spaces in the City Centre, providing anywhere from 1 to 8 hours parking (depending on how far you are prepared to walk). Additionally, the Castle is only 10 minutes walk from the central bus/train station.
--HISTORY--
Cardiff Castle is actually the combined work of more than one period, with the remains of the original Roman foundations clearly visible in the structure (marked by a line of red brick to make this clearer to the visitor). The Castle was originally a wooden fort and reconstructed in stone in the 3rd Century. During the Norman invasion, William the Conqueror chose Cardiff to build his castle, and in 1081 building began on a new 'keep' upon an earthwork inside the ancient Roman walls.
In the years that followed, the Lords who were in charge of the Castle made many changes. The stone keep was encircled with a water moat that can still be seen today, but in 1404, during the Welsh rebellion led by Owain Glyndwr, the City of Cardiff was burned to the ground and the Castle suffered terrible damage. In 1414 the Castle's ownership changed once again, and this is when the main residential area was constructed inside the walls.
During the Civil War the Castle came under siege from parliamentary forces (1645), and although the castle did not suffer serious damage, its maintenance became too much for the owners, and in 1776 ownership was passed on The Marquis of Bute.
The exterior of the castle underwent a complete restoration by two well known 19th century medievalists: the 3rd Marquis of Bute, John Patrick Crichton-Stuart (responsible for turning Cardiff into the world's greatest coal exporting port), and his architect, William Burges, to become the magnificent structure that we still see today.
--CARDIFF CASTLE TODAY--
Contained within the Castle walls is a history spanning nearly 2,000 years.
The walls are covered with fantastic murals containing both mythological and historical figures, the fireplaces are adorned with sculptures, there are some beautiful stained glass windows, and the 'Arabic Room' has a vaulted stone ceiling decorated with gold images of leaves.
The Clock Tower with its bright artwork certainly contrasts with earlier masonry at the castle but boasts a beautiful 'rooftop solarium' (however, there are lots of steep steps in the tower which some visitors may find difficult to negotiate).
These Victorian additions throughout the castle, can only impress, but it is fair to say that some of the 19th Century additions are decorated so brightly that some of the original features of the castle are overshadowed - biblical characters, heraldic features, astrological symbols, wildlife, plants and the seasons are some of the themes that run throughout. Together with amazing marble fireplaces, rich greenery and fountains the decoration is certain to impress.
As well as viewing the interior, visitors are also able to enjoy the large Castle grounds, where peacocks, geese and ducks roam freely - an ideal location for a picnic (dogs are not allowed). The Castle also has some quaint 'tea rooms' where visitors can purchase refreshments or a light lunch, and all seem reasonably priced.
--FURTHER INFORMATION--
Unfortunately, the Castle apartments are not accessible for wheelchair users, although the Castle grounds and 'tea room' can be easily reached. The toilet facilities are kept clean and tidy, have access for disabled visitors, and are located in the grounds. Touch tours can be arranged for pre-booked groups with visual impairments.
The Castle does have a small gift shop where visitors can purchase guidebooks and traditional Celtic gifts. They also sell umbrellas (worth noting - it is Cardiff after all!).
Admission times and prices are as follows:
March - October: 9.30 - 6.00pm daily (last tour/entry 5.00pm) November - February: 9.30 - 5.00pm daily (last tour/entry 4.00pm) Closed: December 25-26, January 1
Grounds and tour of the interiors (approximately 50 minutes): Adults: £6.50 Seniors: £5.00 Children: £4.00 Students: £5.25 (upon production of a Student Card) Family: £21.00
Grounds only: Adults: £3.30 Seniors: £2.50 Children: £2.00 Students: £2.75 (upon production of a Student Card) Family: £10.60
With the added attraction of all the main City Centre shopping within 5 minutes, Cardiff Castle is definitely worth a visit.
Advantages: Central Location. Lovely Grounds. Nice Furnishings Disadvantages: The Weather
The Welsh capital city of Cardiff has a few surprises in store for the first time visitor including a delightful civic precinct in white Portland stone, the glistening world-class Millennium Stadium, the rejuvenated Cardiff Bay and lush, verdant, parkland. However, almost certainly the biggest surprise of all is the fairytale Castle bang, slap in the city centre.
I have stayed in the elegant Angel Hotel twice on visits to Cardiff and right opposite ... ...seen walking the streets of Cardiff with a parrot on his shoulder, shared many interests with the Marquess, including a love of birds, history and the Orient.
Most of the rooms in the Castle are open to the public including the kitchen, library, main bedrooms, the card room and reception rooms. All are very elaborately decorated and birds, Egyptian numerology, and the family crest feature prominently. The rooms and their furnishings are certainly ...
ashford 20.08.2001
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Advantages: Something for everyone and a few surprises to boot. Disadvantages: The Normans didn’t have wheelchair users in mind when they built the keep.
...of the main thoroughfares in Cardiff and so very easy to get to. You can take guided tours around the home which are thoroughly recommended as some of the rooms are a treasure to behold – so much decoration and lavishness packed into such small rooms. Not much to see in the keep but the climb up the steep steps to it is worth it just for the views – how did they pack the Millenium Stadium between those buildings? Added bonuses to the Castle are the ...
NumboJumbo 20.08.2000
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Advantages: no ENGLISH Disadvantages: some English
cardiff castle is a very pleasent visit if you want to look at something which is very old. it has got a lot of history attached to it which would proberly suprise you . the views from the castle are out standing and you can see for miles
you can really let your self go back in time almost with the ambiant apmosphere.
the price to get in is very reasoable so i cant coplain there and the tea room is fantastic, the toilets are nice and clean which ...
fireman 31.07.2000
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I came to live in Cardiff in August 1998. I'm still here and yet to meet anyone local who has actually visited Cardiff Castle. They don't know what they're missing. It was one of the first things I did because it's just so handy as castles go, right in the city centre by the shops! You get a lovely tour which alone is worth the money and then you can wander around till chucking out time. There's a tea room and a museum which houses some artefacts ... ...seen "Zulu". Lots of wildlife to sit and look at too - peacocks never fail to entertain. It's worth climbing up to have a look round the old motte and bailey bit but this is a bit steep so unless you're a nimble mountain goat, give it a miss. I'd go back - and then take the open top bus which leaves from just outside the castle. Again. ...
Hilma 05.02.2001
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