Little now remains of the 12 th Century earth and timber castle where Carew Castle stands today, although the castle and its grounds have remained in the hands of the Carew family who built this medieval castle in various stages. In 1480 Rhys ap Thomas acquired the castle and set to converting it into a home worthy of an influential Tudor Gentleman. As well as the castle, the grounds also boast an early tidal mill and millpond, a stunning bridge, and Carew Cross, an 11 th century Christian monument; this particular monument being one of only three in Wales. Carew Castle and Tidal Mill is now deemed a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its bat population and several local and regionally rare plants. The castle was falling further into disrepair so

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