Cadw Sites Near Bristol

There are 26 Cadw sites within 40 miles of Bristol, covering historic houses, castles and museums. The closest are Bulwarks Prehistoric Enclosure, Runston Church and Venta Silurum.

A Cadw membership pass gives free entry to over 130 historic sites across Wales.

Land & Legacy is an independent guide covering Cadw sites alongside the National Trust, English Heritage and other organisations. Browse everything on the full heritage map.

10 Historic Houses
3 Castles
2 Museums
1 Chapel
1 Archaeological Site

Cadw sites within 20 miles of Bristol

10 sites within 20 miles of Bristol — a comfortable drive for a half or full day out.

Tintern Abbey
17.2 miles

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Tintern Abbey

Cadw historic building

Monmouthshire

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Newport Castle
19.9 miles

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Newport Castle

Cadw castle

Stow Hill

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Cadw sites within 40 miles of Bristol

16 sites within 40 miles of Bristol — worth the drive for a special occasion or a full day out.

Caerphilly Castle
28.5 miles

Photo: Waters, Thomas, 19th cent Allen, H., fl. 1850, engraver., CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Caerphilly Castle

Cadw Defence

Caerphilly

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Frequently asked questions

Are Cadw sites near Bristol free to visit?

Some Cadw sites near Bristol are free to enter, but most of the major castles and abbeys charge admission for non-members. A Cadw membership pass gives free entry to over 130 historic sites across Wales. Always check the individual site page for current opening times and admission details.

How many Cadw sites are within 40 miles of Bristol?

There are 26 Cadw sites within 40 miles of Bristol in the Land & Legacy database, covering historic houses, castles and museums. The closest is Bulwarks Prehistoric Enclosure, approximately 12.7 miles away.

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