Raglan Castle
Monmouthshire, Wales
Key facts
- Operator
- Cadw
- Condition
- Partial ruin
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- Cadw Explorer Pass
- Nearest station
- Abergavenny, 7.5 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Raglan Castle, Raglan, Usk NP15 2BT
Telephone 0300 025 2239
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
One of the last true castles built in Britain before gunpowder made them obsolete, raised in the mid-15th century by a Welsh gentry family grown rich enough to build like a magnate - the moated Great Tower is the standout, a hexagonal keep that once stood apart from the rest of the castle behind its own drawbridge. Reviewers regularly spend two hours or more here, with the interior views over the moat cited as the reward for the climb.
Worth the trip
The Great Tower and its moat - one of the last and grandest private fortifications built in Wales.
Before you go
There's a lot of walking and stairs, so budget the two hours reviewers typically report; Cadw members go free, and parking is plentiful right at the site.
Visitors consistently praise Raglan Castle's well-maintained grounds and the amount of history that comes through via the information boards around the site. Several mention it's a great outing for children thanks to on-site activities and a nearby cafe, and the moat and towers with their views are called out repeatedly. There's no significant criticism in the reviews - just consistent praise for a well cared-for ruin.
Grand late-medieval castle with moated Great Tower
“Great place to visit, lots of information as you walk around telling you about the castle and it's history. Well worth a visit.”- David, 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.
- Parking
- “The site is well cared for, with great facilities and plenty of parking, making for a very comfortable visit.” - Terry Zac
- How long to allow
- “We spent about 2 hours here.” - Tara Sanders
- Terrain & accessibility
- “We walked up and down so many steps, but it was worth it for the views across the nearby areas and the views down over the castle interior.” - Tara Sanders
- Facilities
- “I took my grandchildren & they loved the activities around the castle & the cafe nearby.” - Steph Robinson
Common questions about Raglan Castle
Where is Raglan Castle?
Raglan Castle is in Monmouthshire, Wales, at Raglan Castle, Raglan, Usk NP15 2BT.
Do you need a ticket to visit Raglan Castle?
Yes - Raglan Castle is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by Cadw. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Raglan Castle?
The Great Tower and its moat - one of the last and grandest private fortifications built in Wales.
Is Raglan Castle a ruin or still intact?
Raglan Castle is a partial ruin - Grand late-medieval castle with moated Great Tower.
