Present Day
In 1950, the 5th Marquess of Bute presented Caerphilly Castle to the British government; its restoration and preservation is continued today by Cadw. The castle is now mainly a tourist attraction and includes a small shop in between its two main bridges. It is also licensed to perform wedding ceremonies - the Great Hall providing facilities for 100 guests. Fishing can also be undertaken in the north and south lakes for carp and other coarse fish.
Four replica siege engines are on display in the castle grounds - a ballista, a perrier, a trebuchet and a mangonel.
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