Flint Castle
Flintshire, Wales
Key facts
- Operator
- Cadw
- Condition
- Ruin
- Access
- Free, open access
- Nearest station
- Flint, 0.2 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Castle Rd, Flint CH6 5PE
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
The first of Edward I's chain of Welsh castles, begun in 1277, with a distinctive great tower standing detached from the rest of the walls on the Dee estuary.
Who to know
Edward I · the king who began the first of his Welsh castles here in 1277
Worth the trip
The detached great tower - an unusual design feature reviewers climb for wide views over the estuary.
Before you go
Free to enter with a free car park nearby - good for a picnic - and reviewers report a friendly resident cat that tends to follow visitors around.
Visitors consistently praise Flint Castle's estuary views and its distinctive round tower design, describing it as a compact ruin that's quick to explore but rewarding, especially from the observation deck at the top. Entry and parking are free, which several reviewers appreciate, and there are no notable complaints across the reviews.
First of Edward I's Welsh castles; detached great tower; free
“Lovely here. Nice views from the observation deck at the top of Flint Castle. A small Castle so it doesn't take to long to look around.”- Peter Stead, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Facilities
- “Amazing place to explore and for picnic with family.” - Ify Khan
Common questions about Flint Castle
Where is Flint Castle?
Flint Castle is in Flintshire, Wales, at Castle Rd, Flint CH6 5PE.
Is Flint Castle free to visit?
Yes - Flint Castle is a free, open-access site with no ticket booth, looked after by Cadw. There may still be a charge for nearby parking, and open-access arrangements can change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel.
What is the highlight of visiting Flint Castle?
The detached great tower - an unusual design feature reviewers climb for wide views over the estuary.
Is Flint Castle a ruin or still intact?
Flint Castle is a ruin - First of Edward I's Welsh castles; detached great tower; free.
