The Animal Wall • Explore The Castle - Cardiff Castle
WEBThe Animal Wall is a well loved feature of Cardiff, and originally comprised of eight animals placed on the wall from the South Gate entrance to the Clock Tower. They were moved to their present position in 1928, after road widening in front of the castle, and a further seven animals were added.
Animal Wall - Wikipedia
WEBThe Animal Wall (Welsh: Wal yr Anifeiliaid) is a sculptured wall depicting 15 animals in the Castle Quarter of the city centre of Cardiff, Wales. It stands to the west of the entrance to Cardiff Castle, having been moved from its original position in front of …
Cardiff Castle - Wikipedia
WEBCardiff Castle (Welsh: Castell Caerdydd) is a medieval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion located in the city centre of Cardiff, Wales. The original motte and bailey castle was built in the late 11th century by Norman invaders on top of a 3rd-century Roman fort.
Roman Walls • See & Do • Cardiff Castle
WEBTHE ROMAN WALLS. For nearly 900 years, Cardiff Castle’s Roman past remained hidden and forgotten and was only discovered in 1888 when the 3rd Marquess of Bute decided to build a new tower and his workmen discovered the remains of the Roman fort.
Animal Wall at Cardiff Castle – Cardiff, Wales - Atlas Obscura
WEBDec 19, 2012 · Discover Animal Wall at Cardiff Castle in Cardiff, Wales: Recently restored menagerie of Victorian-era beasts.
The Animal Wall • Attractions - Visit Cardiff
WEBThe Animal Wall, alongside Cardiff Castle, is one of the most delightful and photographed historic features in Cardiff. It was designed by architect William Burges for the 3rd Marquess of Bute and is much-loved by the people of the city.
The Castle • Cardiff Castle
WEBThe Animal Wall is a well loved feature of Cardiff, comprised of fifteen animals perched atop the wall between the Castle's Clock Tower and West Gate Lodge. Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ leading heritage attractions and a site of international significance.
Animal Wall - Wikiwand
WEBThe Animal Wall (Welsh: Wal yr Anifeiliaid) is a sculptured wall depicting 15 animals in the Castle Quarter of the city centre of Cardiff, Wales. It stands to the west of the entrance to Cardiff Castle, having been moved from its original position in front of …
The Animal Wall - Bute Park
WEBThe best view of the the Animal Wall is at the southern boundary of the park from Castle Street. The carving of the animals began in the late 1880s. Architect William Frame brought the wall to life, based on sketches by architect William Burges who was employed by the 3rd Marquess of Bute.
Bute Park - Animal Wall
WEBAnimal Wall. The Animal Wall was designed in the 1860s by William Burges and erected after his death by his former assistant, William Frame, beginning in 1888. At this time the wall was directly in front of the Castle facing Castler Street. [1]