St Briavels Castle was originally built as a hunting lodge for King John in 1205 on the site of an earlier stronghold whose towers were added in 1293 as part of the Ring of Stone around Wales.
The fine twin-towered gatehouse of this castle, built by Edward I in 1292, once defended a crossbow bolt factory which used local Forest of Dean iron. Once a prison, it is now a youth hostel in wonderful walking country.

The St Briavel room offers A comfortable double bed, and the en-suite bathroom with a bath|showwer combination. In room facilities Digital plasma TV Towels Coffee and tea- service Direct dial telephones Complimentary toiletries Shower cap Book The St Briavels Room Phone: 01989 562234 Current accommodation rates Online request Form