Open Doors at Powis Castle and Garden
This September, we're joining more than 150 of Wales’ historic sites, landmarks and hidden gems to offer visitors free entry to explore the Castle, Clive Museum, and world-class garden.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
On Saturday 13 September, enjoy free entry to Powis Castle and Garden.
It’s all part of Open Doors — Wales’ annual contribution to the European Heritage Days initiative, which invites heritage organisations, private owners, local authorities and others to open their doors or offer activities to the public free of charge during September.
Once a medieval fortress, Powis Castle was transformed over 400 years, into a comfortable family home. Explore an amazing collection of paintings, furniture and tapestries and hear the fascinating stories behind them.
In the garden wander along Italianate terraces and marvel at spectacular yew hedges, dancing lead statues and extensive herbaceous borders bursting with late summer blooms.
Please be aware that there is ongoing conservation work within the castle.
Last entry to the castle is at 3pm.
We expect to be busy on this day so please plan ahead as parking may be limited.
Times
The basics
- Accessibility
Please note that there are steps up to the castle and Clive Museum. There are sloped paths down to the garden and a wheelchair lift on the East Front lawn.
- Other
Entry to the Castle, Clive Museum and garden will be free of charge to all visitors. Please collect your free admission ticket from the Welcome Cabin at the car park on arrival.
Upcoming events
Summer of Play at Powis Castle and Garden
Are you ready for a Summer of Play? Explore a range of family friendly games on the Great Lawn from 19 July to 2 September
Photography Group at Powis Castle and Garden
Back by popular demand, join one of our volunteer photographers in the garden to learn something new, meet new people and enjoy being in the great outdoors.
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