Chirk Castle

Chirk Castle was constructed by Roger Mortimer de Chirk in the late 13th century, under instruction from Edward I as part of the King’s chain of fortresses surrounding North Wales.

Discover how from 1595 the fortress was turned into the Myddelton's elegant family home - with lavishly furnished rooms which reflect 400 years of changing taste.

In 1910 Thomas Scott-Ellis, 8th Lord Howard de Walden, fell in love with Chirk Castle, and negotiated a lease with the Myddelton Family, which continued until 1946.

Indulge your senses and refresh your spirit with a gentle wander amongst the scents and seasonal colours of the rare shrubs and flowers in this lovely 5.5 acre garden.

Take a walk on one of our trails around the fascinating 480 acre parkland, and discover a working landscape full of ancient trees, wildflowers, birds and bugs.

Never visited Chirk Castle before? Here is a page full of information for your visit, and some suggestions of the things you might like to see and do whilst you’re here, whether you’re popping in for an hour, half a day or have a full day to explore.

If you or someone you are travelling with has Autism, ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition), visiting a busy tourist attraction can be an overwhelming experience. At Chirk Castle we are striving to be autism friendly, and we want to work with autistic visitors to ensure they can enjoy their visit with us.

We love welcoming dogs to Chirk Castle. There is a long tradition of dogs on the estate, all the way back to medieval times when the family used to kennel wolf-hounds beneath the entrance bridge! Today the 480 acre estate can be a great place to explore with your dog.

We celebrate the best in Welsh and British produce with a passion for quality cooked food and homemade cakes. Our delicious food is prepared daily using the freshest ingredients to ensure we provide you with the tastiest food available.

Looking for a present for that special someone, or a souvenir for yourself? Our gift shop is packed with goodies for your home and garden, with a wide selection of books for extra inspiration.

Looking for a great way to spend your spare time, meet new people, and make a difference?

Each year over 150 volunteer donate their time, energy and skills to help us at Chirk Castle, from driving the minibus to keeping our gardens immaculate. Here are some of the ways volunteers help us make Chirk castle special.

The Chirklands Association supports the work of the National Trust in Wales.

With over 700 years of history, Chirk Castle is a fantastic location for your school visit. From the medieval Adam tower and the magnificent State Rooms in the castle, to the beautiful gardens and surrounding estate there’s plenty to see and lots to explore.

From school parties to holiday clubs, scouts, guides, pre-school groups and youth clubs Chirk Castle is a fantastic day out for any self-guided group.

The House by the Dyke is a 1930s villa located near the Kitchen Garden and with spectacular views along Offa’s Dyke and down into the Ceiriog Valley.

Set within the Castle grounds, this traditional stone cottage is one of a semi-detached pair standing close to the old farm buildings, a few hundred metres from the Castle.