HERE is a collection of archive photographs of castles in South East Wales.

Built to control the border, they are steeped in history and heritage, many commanding amazing views across our rivers and landscapes.

Some have fallen into ruin, some are private residences and many have become popular visitor attractions.

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Skenfrith Castle in 1983

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Penhow Castle in 1987

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Caldicot Castle in 1980

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Caerphilly Castle in 1987

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Abergavenny Castle in 1987

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Ruppera Castle

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Raglan Castle in 1990

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Goodrich Castle in the Wye Valley in 1992