Aerial view of Flint Castle
Flint Castle, Flintshire

Flint Castle

Popular with fans of military architecture, construction on Flint Castle began in 1277 and was completed by 1284, ready to serve as a final refuge in the event of enemy attack. Built with exceptionally thick walls and equipped with a moat, imposing tower and drawbridge, Flint was the perfect stronghold.

Flint is also known as the backdrop for the meeting between Richard II and Henry Bolingbroke in Shakespeare’s Richard II.

Step back in time with a visit to the castle site. There is free parking a short walk from the castle and stunning views across the River Dee and to the Wirral can be enjoyed from the fortress.

Flint Castle is a great site for a historic outing…

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