Stunning Swans on Caerphilly Castle's Frozen Moat - Chill Cymru - Slow TV Experience

Fear of a Welsh prince inspired the mightiest medieval castle in Wales Llywelyn ap Gruffudd didn’t build Caerphilly Castle. In fact he twice tried to knock it down before it was finished. But he was certainly its inspiration. The rise of the powerful Prince of Wales persuaded Marcher lord Gilbert de Clare that he needed a fortress in double-quick time. And it had better be truly formidable. So from 1268 de Clare constructed the biggest castle in Wales — second only to Windsor in the whole of Britain. Massive walls, towers and gatehouses were combined with sprawling water defences to cover a total of 30 acres. Relax, unwind and enjoy this slow TV experience - Chill Cymru. For further information: https://www.visitwales.com/attraction/castle/caerphilly-castle-532121