Reverse grotto at Chirk Castle
Meet Father Christmas in our reverse grotto this festive season.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Every weekend this Christmas, visit Chirk Castle’s Reverse Grotto in support of Oswestry and Borders Foodbank and help those in need by donating essential items. Meet Father Christmas between 10.30am and 3.30pm on Saturdays and Sundays from 29 November to 21 December.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Head to the Ranger Hub at Home Farm near the Ticket Office to make your donation and meet Father Christmas
- What to bring and wear
This event takes place in a covered outdoor area, please wrap up warm.
- 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.
Upcoming events
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Storytelling at Chirk Castle
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Make a magic wand or sword at Chirk Castle
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