Images of Wales

Wednesday, 4 March 1998

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Laugharne Castle and Church
Carmarthenshire

Photography by John Ball - 19 February 1998
(with Agfa ePhoto307 digital camera)

Apart from its associations with the poet Dylan Thomas, Laugharne
(pronounced "Larn") is known for the huge keep of its castle, built
by the Welsh prince Rhys ap Gruffydd.

Above: Laugharne Castle overlooks the mudflats and estuary of Afon Taf.

Above: Most of the ruined castle dates from Tudor times, when the stronghold
was converted to a mansion by Sir John Perrott, said to be an illegitimate son of
King Henry VIII.

Above: The castle entrance gateway, which is approached from the town
of Laugharne.

Above: The view through the castle gateway. The castle is open to the public
during the tourist season.

Above: One of the castle's imposing towers (left), at the south corner of the keep.
St Martin's parish church (right) is situated on a wooded slope on the outskirts
of Laugharne.

Above: Pathway leading through the churchyard to St Martin's church.