Bodelwyddan Castle was the object of a recent visit by some of our members.
The history of the house and estate extends to before 1460, though the association with the Williams family dates from around 1690. The Castle as seen today is a creation of Sir John Hay Williams dating from between 1830 and 1852. Architects Hansom and Welch were employed by Sir John to refurbish and extend the house while further works at this time also resulted in a magnificent estate wall and formal garden.
The history of the house and estate extends to before 1460, though the association with the Williams family dates from around 1690. The Castle as seen today is a creation of Sir John Hay Williams dating from between 1830 and 1852. Architects Hansom and Welch were employed by Sir John to refurbish and extend the house while further works at this time also resulted in a magnificent estate wall and formal garden.
During WWI, the grounds were used for training and the practice trenches are still existing. After the war, the Williams family sold the property to the Lowther College, a girls private school.When the college closed, Clwyd County Council bought the castle and, in partnership with the Victoria & Albert museum, renovated it to its present state. Well worth a visit!
