Beaumaris Castle

King Edward I constructed the impressive medieval fortification Beaumaris Castle in the late 13th century on the Isle of Anglesey. Beaumaris, which was intended to be the jewel in the crown of his Welsh castles, has been dubbed "the greatest castle never constructed" due to its unfinished nature. Despite this, with over 700 years of history to discover, its immense scale and exquisitely symmetrical form continue to inspire people in the contemporary era.

The last of Edward I's "iron ring"—also known as Longshanks'—impressive castles constructed to demonstrate his control of Wales, Beaumaris Castle was started in 1295. Construction on the grand site, which was intended to be the largest and most spectacular of the group, had ended by the 1320s. Beaumaris was doomed to remain an unfinished masterpiece because of a lack of funds and unrest in Scotland.

One of the most exquisite specimens of medieval construction in the nation, the charming ruins of Beaumaris Castle are now maintained by Cadw. Half of the castle's an outside wall, which is made up of 12 towers and 2 gatehouses, is surrounded by a sizable moat. The inner ward is made up of an additional 6 sizable towers and 2 D-shaped gatehouses.

Visitors are welcome to explore the castle's amazing symmetrical design, climb its towers, and perch on its battlements, which, while under construction, never let visitors down. Beaumaris Castle, together with the Welsh strongholds of Edward I in Conwy, Harlech, and Caernarfon, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, underscoring its significance in British history.

Location: Castle St, Beaumaris LL58 8AP, United Kingdom