Construction
Ewloe's position near the English border was strategic, controlling the road to Chester and commanding the lands of North East Wales (Welsh Perfeddwlad). It stands on a steeply-sloped promontory within the forest of Ewloe overlooking the junction of two streams; but there is higher ground to the south.
The castle was built from local stone. The work continued over many years and may have not been completed before the castle was captured by Edward I in 1277.
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