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Roch Castle Hotel
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United Kingdom
ADDRESS
Church Rd, Roch, Haverfordwest SA62 6AQ, United Kingdom

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About Roch Castle Hotel
The Roch Castle was built during the 12th century by Norman knight Adam de Rupe. Acting as a stronghold during the Civil War, and was later abandoned. It is famous for its alleged paranormal activities, in addition to its significant historical reputation. It sits at the division of English and Welsh-speaking Wales, i.e., an imaginary line running across the west to east which is today, still known as the ?Landsker line?.

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  • Legend has it that Adam de Rupe chose the site, for its isolated and peculiar location, to build the castle as he was trying to escape a prophecy. One that said he would be killed by a viper's bite. Unfortunately, he couldn't run away from it. He died as a result of a viper's bite, a snake that was concealed within the bundle of firewood brought into the castle.
    Legend has it that Adam de Rupe chose the site, for its isolated and peculiar location, to build the castle as he was trying to escape a prophecy. One
  • The castle was handed to the Walter family after the De Rupe/ Roche family came to an end in the year 1420. The building is given the Grade 1 ancient monument status for its rich history and charm.
    The castle was handed to the Walter family after the De Rupe/ Roche family came to an end in the year 1420. The building is given the Grade 1 ancient
  • The estate today offers a chance to stay in a place of historical relevance and has only 6 rooms for accommodation. It is surrounded by 12 acres of woodland to explore. It underwent restoration in the year 2012 and is extended to provide 21st-century comfort.
    The estate today offers a chance to stay in a place of historical relevance and has only 6 rooms for accommodation. It is surrounded by 12 acres of wo
  • After the end of the Roche family, the castle was in the hands of Lucy Walter, mistress of Charles II. They had a son together who would later be recognized as the Duke of Monmouth. It is said that Lucy was thrown into the Tower of London as she was accused of spying. She later died at a very young age of 27 due to illness. It is reported that her spirit still lingers and roams about the estate.
    After the end of the Roche family, the castle was in the hands of Lucy Walter, mistress of Charles II. They had a son together who would later be rec
  • Visitors have often reported an unexplained, sudden change in temperature and witnessing a figure in white, wandering the premises. It is believed it is Lucy Walters, trying to find her child.

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