Castle Ward

Unique 18th-century mansion, famed for its mixture of architectural styles

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Fantastic views can be seen from Audley's Castle across the Lough before the trail meanders into the woodlands..

Winter walks at Castle Ward 

Wrap up warm and take a walk around the stunning landscape at Castle Ward this winter.

Wood carvings on the Secret Shore Trail at Castle Ward

Secret Shore Natural Nature Trail 

Jump, climb and prepare to get your wellies dirty on The Secret Shore Trail at Castle Ward.

The 16th century tower house at Castle Ward

Visit the Game of Thrones set 

Immerse yourself in the world of HBO's Game of Thrones as you explore the farmyard. Book in with Clearsky Adventure and explore on-screen locations on a cycling tour or have a go at archery just like the Stark brothers.

The Gothic side of the mansion house at Castle Ward

Castle Ward's Split Personality 

Castle Ward is a house of contrasts. One side Gothic, one side classical Palladian - all because of a marital disagreement

Mary Ward, scientist and author

Mary Ward 

Mary Ward was a gifted scientist, author and artist who we're talking about this year as part of Women and Power.

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Upcoming events

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Free Open Day

Sat 09 Mar 2019
10:00-16:00
Enjoy free admission today. Come meet our staff and volunteers, and learn more about the amazing places we look after.

Saint Patrick's Day Walk

Sun 17 Mar 2019
10:00-15:30
Join us on our annual walk through St Patrick's country.

Castle Ward in Bloom

Sun 31 Mar 2019
12:00-16:00
Treat your mum or someone special to a day out at Castle Ward this Mother's Day. Visit the Windsor Garden in it's spring glory, take a tour of the eccentric mansion house and make your own posie to send a secret message with the Victorian...

Easter at Castle Ward

Mon 15 Apr 2019
12:00-16:00
Explore the Secret Shore Trail or get creative with the spring themed activities. Why not make a day of it and bring along a picnic, visit the farmyard animals and relax by the shores of Strangford Lough.

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt

Fri 19 Apr 2019
12:00-16:00
Help us solve the clues on Bunny's Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt and claim your prize! Every time you take part in a Easter Egg Hunt, you help us fund vital conservation work to protect our special places.

Summer Music Series

Sun 07 Jul 2019
14:30-17:00
The summer is here and that can only mean one thing - the annual Sunday Music season starts.
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Places to stay

Staying at Castle Ward

Castle Ward Caravan Park

Camping and caravanning 

A tranquil oasis at the edge of Castle Ward, the caravan site has 24 hard standing pitches, and lots of room for keen campers.

The premier glamping pods at Castle Ward

Camping Pods 

Try and stay in one of our award winning camping pods. Enjoy a tranquil night under the stars in our Standard, Family or Premier pods.

Potters Cottage and Artist Studio at Castle Ward

Potter's Cottage 

This quaint, single storey stone cottage is situated on the on the shores of scenic Strangford Lough and was even used during the filming of Game of Thrones.

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Eating and shopping

Game of Thrones merchandise in the Slaughterhouse Shop at Castle Ward

Slaughterhouse Shop 

We've opened a new retail experience especially for our Game of Thrones fans. Introducing the Slaughterhouse Shop!

A festive treat and tea in the Tea-room at Castle Ward

Stableyard Tea-room 

The Stableyard Tea-room is the perfect spot to stop in for lunch or for one of our freshly baked treats.

A reindeer plush toy in the shop at Christmas

Stableyard gift shop 

Pop in to the gift shop in the Stableyard to find that perfect something to take home or give to a friend.

The window of the bookshop at Castle Ward

Our bookshop 

Visit our second-hand bookshop to search the shelves for a classic and pick up a bargain to take home.

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Learning

Castle Ward Education main

Engaging activities for young visitors 

Foundation, Key Stage 1 and 2 pupils will love our indoor and outdoor learning sessions led by experienced guides. Find out about education group membership and how to book a visit for your class.

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Weddings

Wedding couple at Castle Ward

Get married in style 

Choose from a diverse range of indoor and outdoor settings to provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding day. Find out more about how many guests you can invite and how to hire this venue.

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Get involved

Get Involved

Volunteers at Castle Ward

Get Involved 

Volunteers help in all aspects of our places - we're have a suitable spot for your skills so find out if you're our missing piece!

Harrison Vyse, volunteer ranger at Castle Ward

Harrison Vyse: My time as a volunteer ranger 

Having swapped the classroom for the countryside and books for boots, Harrison Vyse takes time to reflect on his year’s placement as a Volunteer Ranger with the team at Castle Ward.

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Groups

A family walks past the mansion house at Castle Ward on an autumn day

Bring the castle to life 

Book a guided tour of the mansion or gardens for your group. We can also offer special interest tours to really bring Castle Ward to life. All tours can be taken during the day or after hours, just get in touch to find out more.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Castle Ward on the National Trust Collections website

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