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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.
Like the castle itself, Penrhyn’s gardens are extensive and offer something for everyone. Make sure you pack your sense of adventure and expect the unexpected.
There's still plenty to see and do in the garden over winter. In fact, the gardeners consider it to be a very busy time of year.
Look out for individual winter blooms across the garden and breathe in the aroma of emerging snowdrops and the wintery scent of sarcococca and hamamelis.
Winter is one of the best times to enjoy the views from the garden, with the crisp air giving clearer views of the snow-capped mountain range and surrounding landscape.
Weekends, 11am–3pm
Pull on your boots and experience the ever-changing landscape around the garden and wider grounds on one of the Welly Walks taking place every day from throughout January at Penhryn Castle.
Keep your eyes peeled for friendly robins too – they might even keep you company on your walk.
No matter what the weather, there are plenty of activities for you to enjoy outdoors connecting with nature. From birdwatching to walking, running to simply taking a big breath in.
Monstrous Gunnera plants dominate the jungle like Bog Garden. Lose yourself amongst its leaves during the spring and summer or head up to the lookout point by the thatched hut for an elevated view.
Peace and tranquillity can be found in the precise topiary, geometric lines, symmetric ponds and meticulous planting of the Walled Garden. Here, Walter Speed’s 19th-century vision for one of Britain’s top three gardens of the time can really be appreciated.
With views over Conwy Bay and Snowdonia, the unfussy lawns at Penrhyn are a perfect spot for a picnic. Young explorers can run, roll and cartwheel to their heart's content.
Penrhyn is also perfect for your canine companions. There are top-quality trails to sniff and bushes to explore. We do ask that you keep dogs on a short lead but please feel free to let your imagination run wild. Please speak to our visitor welcome team if you have any questions about your visit.
We’ve worked with our partner Forthglade to come up with this Canine Code, which helps to make sure everyone can enjoy their day:
From 'Maple Lawn' and the back of the castle you can enjoy clear views down the North Wales coast to Llandudno, the Great Orme and Puffin Island.
The front of the castle and gardens face Snowdonia and have far reaching views of Carnedd Llewelyn peak on a clear day.
The castle itself was strategically placed to give an uninterrupted view of the Penrhyn Quarry at Bethesda.
Find out when Penrhyn Castle and Garden is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
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.
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.
Penrhyn Castle's Railway Museum is dedicated to industrial locomotives. Find out how these engines helped to build the Pennant family wealth at Penrhyn.
Visit the Castle Café for delicious lunches and tempting cakes whilst the shop offers a range of locally sourced gifts. Browse the second-hand books for a bargain.