Ruthin Castle is a medieval castle fortification in Wales near the town of Ruthin in the Vale of Clwyd.

Construction
It was constructed during the late 13th century on a red sandstone ridge overlooking the valley.

Power Base
It was most notably the base of that branch of the noble de Grey family accorded the title "Barons Grey de Ruthyn". It was a base for Reginald Grey, 3rd Baron Grey de Ruthyn - the man who could be said to have sparked the rebellion of Owain Glyndwr.

Dismantling
During the English Civil War Oliver Cromwell's forces dismantled and demolished the castle, a process of organised defortification called slighting to prevent the castle becoming militarily viable in the future.

Today
However, today the remains are incorporated into a luxury hotel.

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