The Hall always was the heart of this castle originally it stood by itself. Over a period of years it was added onto by many builders.
             The Great Hall and the stunning cliff side are said to be the only two really interesting features.
             Chepstow in itself is just a typical Norman Structure. A large gatehouse with tall curtain walls that connect a series of tall towers.
             Chepstow was passed by marriage to William Marshall at the end of the 12th century.
             William Marshall, Earl of Pembroke, was a formidable mercenary soldier with much experience in military building in France.
             He took upon himself the task of bringing Chepstow up to date. He had the cast curtain wall reconstructed and added two protruding towers to protect this wall that was open to att
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