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Alex Foxfield
April 28, 2021
Hiking
A fine example of Gothic Revival architecture, Clytha Castle is one of Wales' outstanding 18th-century follies. It forms a part of the Clytha Estate, a tranquil landscaped park containing a Grade I-listed house, as well as the castle.
The folly was built in 1790 by William Jones as a memorial to his late wife Elizabeth. It stands proud on Clytha Hill to the backdrop of a grove of chestnut trees.
The folly was built in 1790 by William Jones as a memorial to his late wife Elizabeth. It stands proud on Clytha Hill to the backdrop of a grove of chestnut trees.
Steve'o
May 1, 2021
Hiking
Clytha Castle (Welsh: Castell Cleidda) is a folly near Clytha between Llanarth and Raglan in Monmouthshire, south east Wales. Dating from 1790, the castle was built by William Jones, owner …
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Elevation 90 m