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Find out when Penrhyn Castle and Garden is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Family days out at Penrhyn Castle
A visit to Penrhyn Castle will keep the whole family entertained. Find out what delights to expect on your next visit.
Planning your family visit
Here’s the information you need at a glance to help plan your next day out at Penrhyn Castle:
- Baby-changing facilities are available by the Visitor Welcome Centre, in the kitchen courtyard and in the Barbican archway.
- Pushchairs are permitted on the castle's ground floor. At busy times you may be asked to leave these on entry.
Christmas at Penrhyn Castle
We're decking the halls at Penrhyn Castle bringing the charm of traditional Victorian Christmas to the lavish rooms. If you're visiting with younger ones there are plenty of things to do. Look out for the handmade woodland animals that have made their way into the castle. As you wander through the rooms, find the mice, rabbits and hedgehogs enjoying the festive scenes. Don’t miss the Butler’s Pantry where you can make your own Christmas cards before the Christmas period, or a thank you card if visiting after Christmas Day.
Join us for this immersive experience on 6 December with our actor in residence to learn about Christmas traditions at Penrhyn Castle and the comparison with the reality of life during the Great Penrhyn Quarry Strike of 1900-1903, the longest industrial dispute in British history. There will be bilingual performances in the Victorian Kitchens throughout the day.
On 12 December be transported into the world of winter fairies and magic through song and drama with the storyteller Siwan Llynor. There will be a session in the morning at 11am and another in the afternoon at 1:30pm. There is no need to book, and the session will be included within the standard entry price.
Find out more about our full Christmas offer here.
Play areas at Penrhyn Castle
Looking for a place to go wild? We have two adventure playgrounds to choose from at Penrhyn Castle ready for your family visit.
Rook Wood
Just beyond the picnic tables near the stables courtyard entrance, you can find our playground in Rook Wood. Head up through the woodland to find the park where you can climb, swing and see-saw to your day away.
Cwt Ogwen
Our natural play area in Cwt Ogwen takes you down to the Ogwen River. Find the wooden archway in the main car park and follow the path down. Discover our hide, a perfect spot to play house, or to sit quietly and take in the sounds and sights of wildlife around you. For the little adventurers, the adventure playground is just up the path, have a go and see who can complete it fastest.
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Explore the estate at Penrhyn Castle
Why not take a stroll off the beaten track and visit the hide down by the River Ogwen. Families will also enjoy the natural play area. Remember to bring your wellies.
Visiting Penrhyn Castle
The castle exterior hides an opulent and lavishly decorated interior. A much-loved home to the Pennant family, learn about some of the glorious rooms you can see on your visit.
Discover nature walk at Penrhyn Castle
Enjoy a circular walk around the lesser-known parts of the castle grounds as you discover a diverse range of wildlife and nature that call this place home.
