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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

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Are you ready for a jam-packed summer of fun at Powis Castle and Garden?

Run, skip and jump across the lush gren Great Lawn. Hop like a frog across the lily pad, take part in the Powis Derby or test your speed in the sack race.

Challenge your friends and family to a game of football or volleyball or take part in sensory play.

There's something for everyone to enjoy and we can't wait to welcome you all.

The summer of play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

No booking required, normal admission charges to the property applies.

Meeting point

Please visit the welcome cabin on arrival to pay for entry or scan your membership card.

What to bring and wear

Please check the weather before you visit and dress appropriately. Trainers or comfortable flat footwear is recommended if taking part in activities.

Accessibility

There is step free access to the Great Lawn. Wheelchairs are available on request.

Contact info

Powis Castle and Garden

Upcoming events

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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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5 Jul to 6 Dec 2025
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11:00 to 13:00
+ 5 other dates or times
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Mindfulness Walks at Powis Castle and Garden 

Take part in a guided mindful walk around the garden before it opens to the public.

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on
13 Jul to 7 Sep 2025
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09:00 to 10:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Festival of Archaeology at Powis Castle and Garden 

Join us for our fun-filled event as part of the UK's biggest annual celebration of archaeology.

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on
19 Jul to 20 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Outdoor Theatre at Powis Castle and Garden: The Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I 

The Three Inch Fools presents an outdoor performance of The Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I, where Elizabethan theatre is in full bloom.

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on
23 Jul 2025
at
19:00 to 21:00