Kidwelly Castle (Castell Cydweli) is a castle in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales, United Kingdom, and a filming location for Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975). Dating to the early 12th century (Norman ringwork, rebuilt in stone by the, and is Grade I listed.
Location: Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales, United Kingdom
Verified facts
- Appeared in Monty Python and the Holy Grail (movie, 1975) — as The castle exterior appears in the film's very first castle scene (establishing shot before the
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-15052, SRC-15053 - Built in early 12th century (Norman ringwork, rebuilt in stone by the
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-15052, SRC-15053, SRC-17508 - Historic designation: Grade I listed building; In the care of Cadw (Welsh Government historic environment service)
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-15053, SRC-16608, SRC-17508
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15052 — https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/kidwelly-castle (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15053 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidwelly_Castle (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16608 — https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&id=11876 (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17508 — https://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/Welshsites/223.html (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
How is Kidwelly Castle (Castell Cydweli) connected to Monty Python and the Holy Grail?
Kidwelly Castle (Castell Cydweli), in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales, has a documented connection to Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
Where is Kidwelly Castle (Castell Cydweli) located?
Kidwelly Castle (Castell Cydweli) is located in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales.