THE RED CASTLE CASTELL COCH

Step into the rich history of the 19th-century Gothic Revival castle, constructed above the village of Tongwynlais, South Wales. Despite its fairy tale appearance, it is a real castle standing tall in physical form. The exterior of the Red castle can be visited at any time; however, to check out the interior, you need to visit during permitted hours. 

Red Castle or Castle Coch is an ultimate mixture of architecture and boundless imagination. The castle rose up from the historical beech woods of Fforest Fawr like an image from a fairy tale making it the best place to visit in Cardiff. This great castle with unique conical roofs also offers splendor within. The castle has a nicely decorated interior along with ironic furnishing which makes the castle a wonderful masterpiece.

You can also trace the wonderful remains of the 13th century which were also used as a hunting lodge in ancient times. Initially, the castle was not so much recognized, but now it is the favorite building of people It is one of the most splendid places to see in Cardiff as it has cylindrical turrets and pointed rooftops worthy of Sleeping Beauty and Rapunzel, which attracts both parents and children driving by. You can enter the castle to explore its lavishly decorated chambers.

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Highlights

• You can see a huge gleaming tower standing high over the drawbridge, allowing you to step inside the fairy-tale castle.
• Check out the spiraling staircase connecting lavish staterooms, kitchens, exhibition rooms, towers, etc.
• Do not miss seeing the most lavish Lady Bute’s bedroom with an elaborate coffered ceiling.
• Check out various evocative and cryptic love messages represented via paintings of grapevines and pomegranates on the ceilings.
• Explore Lord Bute’s bedroom, which is small, practical, and angular but has a lavish interior.
• Do not miss to check out Gothic Banquet Hall, inspired by the French details from the 15th century.