Manorbier Castle
Manorbier Castle (Welsh: Castell Maenorbŷr) is a Norman castle in Manorbier, 5 miles (8.0 km) southwest of Tenby, Wales. It was founded in the late 11th century by the Anglo-Norman de Barry family. The castle was part of a mesne lordship under the control of the medieval Earls of Pembroke.
| Manorbier Castle | |
|---|---|
| Part of Pembrokeshire | |
| Manorbier, Wales | |
The castle stands right on the coast just above the beach. | |
The inner ward of the castle. | |
| Coordinates | 51°38′44″N 4°47′59″W |
| Type | Norman Rectangular castle |
| Height | Up to 16 metres (52 ft) |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Private |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Partially restored |
| Site history | |
| Built | 12th Century |
| Built by | William de Barri |
| Materials | Limestone |
Listed Building – Grade I | |
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