About Caerphilly

Caerphilly is a county in South Wales. It is bordered by the counties of Monmouthshire, Torfaen, Newport, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. Caerphilly County Borough Council is the local authority for the county. The county town is Caerphilly.

The county is named after the historic town of Caerphilly, which is situated in the centre of the county. The town is best known for its castle, which was built in the 13th century and is one of the largest castles in Europe.

The county has a population of approximately 30,000. The majority of the population live in the county town of Caerphilly or in the surrounding towns and villages. The economy of the county is based on manufacturing, retail, and tourism.

The county is home to a number of tourist attractions, including Caerphilly Castle, Big Pit National Coal Museum, and the National Botanic Garden of Wales