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    Caergwrle

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    NPRN33105
    Map ReferenceSJ35NW
    Grid ReferenceSJ3000057000
    Unitary (Local) AuthorityFlintshire
    Old CountyFlintshire
    CommunityHope
    Type Of SiteTOWN
    PeriodUnknown
    Description
    Caergwrle is dominated by its castle (Nprn 95099), known as ?the very last Welsh-built castle?, begun in 1277 by Dafydd ap Gruffudd.

    In the 19th century, Caergwrle was noted for its mineral springs, and a substantial local industry developed around the spa waters.

    RCAHMW, 2009.


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    DownloadTypeSourceDescriptionapplication/pdfAWP - Archaeology Wales Project ArchivesReport from an Archaeological Field Evaluation of land at Wrexham Road, Abermorddu.Report no: 1737. Project code: 2676.