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Summer of Play at Chirk Castle

Make memories this summer at Chirk Castle’s Big Play Adventure, where nature-inspired play zones spark creativity and exploration.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us for a Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank. Unleash your creativity with Chirk Castle’s Big Play Adventure. Explore four themed zones inspired by the Chirk Castle estate: Woodland, Meadow, Stream and Kitchen Garden. Each zone is packed with interactive activities designed to spark imagination and encourage active play.

From den building and designing your own obstacle course to relaxing in the mindfulness zone and engaging in imaginative play, there’s hands-on fun for everyone. Finish your adventure by climbing the straw bale lookout posts to admire your creative efforts from above.

On Saturday 26 and Sunday, 27 July, there's fencing demonstrations and have a go sessions with Wrexham Fencing Club in the Castle Courtyard between 10am and 12pm and 1-3pm. This activity is weather dependent.

On Monday, 21 and 28 July and 4 August Jake the Storyteller will be returning with more of his fantastic tales. Sessions take place in the Field of Play at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm and last approximately 30 minutes each.

Normal admission charges apply. National Trust members and under 5s can enter for free.

On 23, 24 and 25 August between 10am and 3pm, put your bow and arrow skills to the test with Blaidd Field Archery Wrexham. Sessions cost £1 for five arrows - cash payments only please on the day. No booking required.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children are very welcome.

Meeting point

Head to the ticket office to start your adventure.

What to bring and wear

Dress according to the weather.

Accessibility

The event will take place in a field with uneven terrain in places.

Other

Please note that dogs are not permitted in the Summer of Fun field, as it is a dedicated children's play area. However, they are welcome in other areas of Chirk Castle, including Home Farm, where refreshments and seating are available.

Upcoming events

Event

Guided bat walks at Chirk Castle 

Come and learn about Chirk Castle's bat population on this guided walk led by our Ranger team who will talk all about the bats' habitat, food and the conservation challenges we face.

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on
10 Jul to 13 Aug 2025
at
20:30 to 22:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Jake Evans storyteller at Chirk Castle 

Join us as we welcome children's storyteller Jake Evans to Chirk Castle this summer

Event summary

on
21 Jul to 4 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 11:30
+ 11 other dates or times
Event

Have a go fencing at Chirk Castle 

En garde! Join us for fencing demonstrations and have a go sessions in the Castle Courtyard.

Event summary

on
26 Jul to 27 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Archery at Chirk Castle 

Put your bow and arrow skills to the test in our archery event this summer.

Event summary

on
23 Aug to 25 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 2 other dates or times