Christmas Reverse Grotto at Chirk Castle
Meet Father Christmas in our reverse grotto this festive season.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Meet Father Christmas at Chirk Castle's Reverse Grotto every Saturday and Sunday from 28 November to 20 December 2026, between 10.30am and 3.30pm.
Help support Oswestry and Borders Foodbank by bringing along donations of essential food and toiletries for those in need this Christmas.
Times
The basics
- Accessibility
Our visitor shuttlebus runs from 10:30am from the Ticket Office, up the steep hill to the castle. There is ramp access to the East Wing, but no step-free access to the rest of the castle interior. Only registered assistance dogs are welcome inside the castle. There is an accessible garden route. Please contact us to borrow a wheelchair or Tramper.
- Meeting point
Head to the Ranger Hub at Home Farm near the Ticket Office to make your donation and meet Father Christmas
- Suitability for children
Children welcome
- What to bring and wear
This event takes place in a covered outdoor area, please wrap up warm.
Upcoming events
Stranger Folk at Chirk Castle
Step into the interactive world of Stranger Folk this autumn. Designed for families with children aged 7+, the adventure starts when you arrive - just pick up the password from our Welcome Team.
Calan Gaeaf at Chirk Castle
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Calan Gaeaf: After dark at Chirk Castle
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