Cilgerran Castle
Castle River gorge castle ruin overlooking the Teifi valley
Perched above the River Teifi, Cilgerran Castle offers Norman ruins and cliff-top views; visitors combine castle walks with kayaking and browsing village craft shops.
Cilgerran Castle is a medieval castle ruin located at Cilgerran on the River Teifi in West Wales. The site is notable for its dramatic cliff-top position above the river.
The remains include substantial curtain walls and a ruined keep set on a limestone promontory, with steep slopes down to the River Teifi on the riverside face. The setting creates strong riverside and valley views that are frequently noted by visitors and photographers.
The earliest fortification on the site was established in the Norman period; it was rebuilt in stone in the 13th century and was contested in the medieval Welsh-English border conflicts. Over subsequent centuries the castle fell into ruin and is preserved today as a scheduled ancient monument.
Cilgerran stands beside the River Teifi in western Wales, within Pembrokeshire’s historic border area and a short drive north of the town of Cardigan.
- River Teifi viewpoint: Sited above a steep bend in the River Teifi, the ruins dominate the local landscape and provide views along the river valley.
How to Get to Cilgerran Castle #
Cilgerran is about 10 km southeast of Cardigan. From Cardigan, take the A478 south and follow local roads. The castle is a short walk from the village; limited parking is available.
Tips for Visiting Cilgerran Castle #
- Photograph the castle from the riverbank below for the classic postcard view; the stone bridge makes a good foreground.
- Walk into the village to see how the castle's presence shaped local trade patterns - small shops and inns owe their locations to past foot traffic.
Best Time to Visit Cilgerran Castle #
Spring and summer are best for access and pleasant weather; autumn colors sharpen the river valley landscape.
Weather & Climate near Cilgerran Castle #
Cilgerran Castle's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1004 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (113 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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