Powis Castle
N 52° 39.034 W 003° 09.696
30U E 489067 N 5833412
A medieval castle rising dramatically above a celebrated garden.
Waymark Code: WM7DTD
Location: North Wales, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/11/2009
Views: 8
Originally built as a fortress for the Welsh Princes of Powys c. 1200 then remodelled over more than 400 years reflecting the changing needs and ambitions of the Herbert family.
Magnificent collections of paintings, sculptures and tapestries amongst the many treasures housed here. In addition there is a fascinating collection from India housed in the Clive Museum. Edward, son of Robert Clive, the conqueror of India, married Henrietta Herbert in 1784, uniting the Clive and Powis Estates.
The world-famous garden, influenced by Italian and French styles, retains it's original lead statues, an orangery and an aviary on the terraces.
The address of property, including Postcode.:
Welshpool
Powys
SY21 8RF
The charges to visitors and opening hours.:
See website for opening times and admission costs.
Web page: [Web Link]
References:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/powis-castle/
National Trust member: yes
Parking place (optional): Not Listed
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