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Swansea Castle

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A testament to Swansea's rich medieval past, this historical landmark paints a vivid picture of bygone eras. It stands proudly, evoking tales of knights, battles, and ancient ceremonies.

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  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Swansea Castle, the oldest building in the city and a resilient survivor of over nine hundred years of history. As we stand here in the shadow of these stone ruins, we are at the very heart of what was once the Norman…

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  2. 2The Norman Foundation and the First Timber Castle

    We begin our exploration by considering the origins of this site as a Norman 'ringwork' castle. When Henry de Beaumont arrived in 1106, he didn't build in stone; he built with earth and wood. …

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  3. 3The Arcaded Parapets and Bishop de Gower

    The most striking architectural feature of the ruins we see today is the 'arcaded parapet' on the southern block. These beautiful, open stone arches were added around the year 1330, likely by Henry de Gower, the Bishop of St…

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  4. 4The Interior: Vaulted Basements and Grand Halls

    While much of the castle's upper floors have vanished, the lower levels offer a fascinating glimpse into medieval life. The surviving remains include five tunnel-vaulted basement rooms. …

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  5. 5Dylan Thomas and the South Wales Daily Post

    In the early 20th century, a significant portion of the castle's historic interior was demolished to make way for a modern intruder: the offices of the South Wales Daily Post. It was here, in the 1930s, that a young Dylan Thomas…

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  6. 6The Blitz and the Survival of the Ruins

    One of the most remarkable chapters in the castle's history is its survival of the Three-Night Blitz in February 1941. During this catastrophic air raid, the Luftwaffe dropped thousands of incendiary and high-explosive bombs on…

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  7. 7Castle Square and the Modern Urban Context

    To fully understand Swansea Castle, one must look outward at its current surroundings in Castle Square. This open plaza is the city's central public space, but historically, it was located within the footprint of the castle's…

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  8. 8Closing

    As we conclude our tour of Swansea Castle, I hope you have gained a deeper understanding of this resilient monument. It is far more than just a set of ruins; it is a physical timeline of the city's evolution. …

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