Pembroke is one of Wales’ most impressive and formidable castles. #pembrokecastle #pembrokeshire #fblifestyle #CastlesOfWales | Beauty of the World

Pembroke Castle is a medieval castle located in Pembroke, Wales. It is one of the most well-preserved Norman castles in Britain and holds significant historical importance.Originally a motte-and-bailey castle in 1093 by Roger de Montgomery. It was later rebuilt in stone in the late 12th century by William Marshal, one of England’s greatest knights.Famous for: Birthplace of King Henry VII (1457), the founder of the Tudor dynasty. #medieval #pembrokeshire #PembrokeCastle #virals #beautifuldestinat

Pembroke Castle Pembroke Castle has a long and fascinating history, for it was around 1093 that Arnulf de Montgomery built the small inner bailey standing at the end of the promontory. Only a few years later the castle withstood a long siege by the Welsh, although its defenders were near starvation. The late 12th century keep is both an outstanding feature and architectural novelty, for it has a massive cylindrical tower with an unusual stone dome. Pembroke is also noteworthy as the only castle

This is the formidable Pembroke Castle, where in January 1457 the 13-year-old Margaret Beaufort gave birth to the future Henry VII. At the time, the castle was in the hands of Jasper Tudor, a half-brother of Henry VI and the brother of Margaret’s late husband, Edmund. Pembroke is an absolute must-see for Tudor history lovers! | Natalie Grueninger - Author & Podcaster