Family days out at Powis Castle

'Powering Up’ the fun inside the castle

This year we’re 'Powering Up' the fun as we celebrate the start of our large-scale project to upgrade the wiring within this 13th century castle.

As you explore the ornate State Rooms, discover how this medieval castle has been carefully modernised over the centuries, and step into the role of a castle electrician as you tackle activities and challenges along the way.

Don’t miss the adorable felt mice in their high vis jackets, hidden throughout the castle - you’ll spot them fixing wiring, carrying tools, and hard at work in the most unexpected places. How many will you spot?

There’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained as you discover more about how we care for this majestic medieval castle now and into the future.

Family fun in the garden

Step outside and discover even more adventures waiting in the celebrated garden. With formal woodland, hidden corners, and plenty of space to roam, it’s the perfect place for families to explore together.

Take on the ‘Pocket Trail’ and see what natural treasures you can find to fill your pockets - an interesting leaf, a smooth stone, or a fallen petal - what will you find? Along the way there are plenty of fun challenges to tackle too. Spot statues, play hide and seek, balance along stepping stones, race along the longest path, and find the biggest tree - perfect for a giant hug. 

Whether you’re running, discovering, or simply escaping into nature, the garden is the perfect place to make memories together.

Discover Dragons

Step beyond the garden and into The Wilderness, the formal woodland, where a pair of friendly Wyverns and their hatching eggs have made their home. Smaller cousins of dragons, these winged, two-legged creatures are full of character and ready to spark your imagination.

Climb up onto the saddles on their backs and let your imagination take flight. Will they carry you over towering mountains, through drifting clouds, or into a story entirely your own?

Created by renowned local artist Simon O’Rourke, these extraordinary carved sculptures will transport you and your little explorers into a world of myth, magic, storytelling, and play.

Planning your family visit

Here’s the information you need at a glance to help plan your next day out at Powis Castle: 

• Baby-changing facilities are available by the Garden Entrance and in the Formal Garden. 
• Due to the number of stairs and the historic interior, pushchairs are not permitted inside the castle. You are welcome to leave pushchairs at the castle exit lobby. 
• Bikes and scooters are not permitted in the garden for health and safety reasons. 
• Please note that photography is not allowed in the castle. 

• From 1 November until 28 February, our furry friends are invited to clip their lead on and bring their favourite humans for a stroll and explore our world-famous gardens. Well behaved dogs are welcome to come along on a short lead to explore the grounds of the garden.