I have just added this to the map of places to fly your drone at Drone Scene:
Standing dramatically above the coast of North Wales, Castel Cricieth (Criccieth Castle) has a history shaped by Welsh princes, English kings, siege and rebellion.
Its remarkable position between two beaches overlooking Tremadog Bay, make it an awesome place to fly.
The castle was begun in the 13th century by Llywelyn the Great and later enlarged by Llywelyn ap Gruffudd. After Edward I captured it in 1283, the fortress was strengthened and used as a royal stronghold, administrative centre and prison.
Among its most important prisoners was Gruffydd ap Llywelyn, the eldest son of Llywelyn the Great. He was later transferred to the Tower of London, where he died during an attempted escape.
Castel Cricieth, or Criccieth Castle, whichever you prefer, finally fell during the rebellion of Owain Glyndŵr in about 1404, when the fortress was captured and probably burned. It was never fully restored.
The castle is in the ABERPORTH DANGER AREA which is activated by a NOTAM navigation warning. Always check the latest information and comply with UK regulations and permissions before flight. It was not activated in the week that I was there, but best check as above.
Free parking can be a challenge but not impossible, especially if you go early in the day. I parked just past the entrance where there is a layby (close to the seating area and a dingy used as a plant display), and a little further next to the sea wall and stony beach. There is a Fish & Chip shop right next to the castle and a few nice cafes in the town just a short walk away. Plenty of seats along the sea wall. Public toilets are never far away. The views from the castle are brilliant, and worth a visit even though there is little left of it!
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 16/07/2026. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location. Landowner permission may be required before taking off.