Croft Castle and Parkland (National Trust)
Croft
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 9PW
England
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle
croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
Telephone
01568 780246
Home of the Croft family for nearly 1,000 years Croft Castle, a place of power, politics and pleasure, nestles in peaceful Herefordshire countryside at the heart of a 607-hectare (1,500-acre) estate of woodlands, farm and parkland. Explore the miles of woodland trails, learn about the family who have made Croft so special. See the fine Georgian interiors and family portraits. Relax in the walled garden. Stroll through the woods to the Iron Age hill fort at Croft Ambrey. Croft has more than 300 veteran trees. Enjoy the 'atmosphere rooms', including the 18th-century Saloon. Note: parts of the property may close in high winds.
Venue Type:
Castle or defences
Contemporary Art Programme- Time Will Tell
Artists in residence will act as guides to explore time and history, the real and the imagined.
This programme explores the creative tensions between traditional history and archaeology on one hand, and tales, stories or memories on the other; thereby revealing layers and gaps in the notion of the past.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Croft Castle, Herefordshire
Admission
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets) Castle and grounds: adult £8 (£7.20), child £4 (£3.60), family £20 (£18). Garden and grounds: adult £4.50 (£4), child £3.30 (£3), family £11 (£10).
Website
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Cub rangers
Join our young rangers club for a day of cub scout themed activities to get your little ones re-connected with the outdoors. Use natural materials to improve your survival in the great outdoors. Learn basic woodland skills with our ranger. Make your own natural den, camp fire, where to find food and much more. Sign up to the programme of cub rangers to learn a different skill each time. Outdoor family fun. Wear suitable weather-proof outdoor clothing and footwear. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Explorers trail
Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail. X marks the spot to collect your prize.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Per Item: £2
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Explorers trail
Armed with a map and compass. Join the explorers trail to see what you can find in all the hidden areas of Croft. Children can improve on or learn basic orienteering skills with our family friendly outdoor half term trail.
X marks the spot to collect your prize. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
An introduction to bees
Book now to keep your garden buzzing. Our resident bee keeper, Mike Taylor shows you how with our exclusive book only course. Morning ticket includes light lunch. Afternoon ticket includes afternoon tea. Don't miss out book now. Wear wellingtons or stout boots, trousers and loose fitting tops.
Bee appropriate clothing will be provided.
When
2-4pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Usual property admission prices apply.
An introduction to bees
Book now to keep your garden buzzing. Our resident bee keeper, Mike Taylor shows you how with our exclusive book only course. Morning ticket includes light lunch. Afternoon ticket includes afternoon tea. Don't miss out book now. Wear wellingtons or stout boots, trousers and loose fitting tops.
Bee appropriate clothing will be provided.
When
11am-1pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Usual property admission prices apply.
An introduction to bees
Book now to keep your garden buzzing. Our resident bee keeper, Mike Taylor shows you how with our exclusive book only course. Morning ticket includes light lunch. Afternoon ticket includes afternoon tea. Don't miss out book now. Wear wellingtons or stout boots, trousers and loose fitting tops.
Bee appropriate clothing will be provided.
When
2-4pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Usual property admission prices apply.
An introduction to bees
Book now to keep your garden buzzing. Our resident bee keeper, Mike Taylor shows you how with our exclusive book only course. Morning ticket includes light lunch. Afternoon ticket includes afternoon tea. Don't miss out book now. Wear wellingtons or stout boots, trousers and loose fitting tops.
Bee appropriate clothing will be provided.
When
11am-1pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Usual property admission prices apply.
Ancient Tree Walk
With trees ranging from 300- 400 years old to over 1000 years old you'll learn how to age the trees you find along your walks and how we can all help to preserve them for future generations.
Suitable for
When
2-4pm
Admission
All tickets: £3
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Advisable.
Wear suitable outdoor walking footwear.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Ancient Tree Walk
Our ranger shows you some of our glorious ancient trees with a guided walk around parts of the parkland. With trees ranging from 300- 400 years old to over 1000 years old you'll learn how to age the trees you find along your walks and how we can all help to preserve them for future generations. Wear suitable outdoor walking footwear.
When
2-4pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
£3.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
An introduction to bees
Book now to keep your garden buzzing. Our resident bee keeper, Mike Taylor shows you how with our exclusive book only course. Morning ticket includes light lunch. Afternoon ticket includes afternoon tea. Don't miss out book now. Wear wellingtons or stout boots, trousers and loose fitting tops.
Bee appropriate clothing will be provided.
When
11am-1pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Usual property admission prices apply.
An introduction to bees
Book now to keep your garden buzzing. Our resident bee keeper, Mike Taylor shows you how with our exclusive book only course. Morning ticket includes light lunch. Afternoon ticket includes afternoon tea. Don't miss out book now. Wear wellingtons or stout boots, trousers and loose fitting tops.
Bee appropriate clothing will be provided.
When
2-4pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Usual property admission prices apply.
Lace Wars
There will be drills for all the family to get involved with. Talks on costumes and weapons, everyday life in the camp and lots more to see and do.
Suitable for
When
11am-5pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Lace Wars
Do you love 18th century living history? Join us to experience a weekend of Jacobite rebellions with a 1745 living camp and re-enactment. There will be drills for all the family to get involved with. Talks on costumes and weapons, everyday life in the camp and lots more to see and do. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-5pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Lace Wars
Do you love 18th century living history? Join us to experience a weekend of Jacobite rebellions with a 1745 living camp and re-enactment. There will be drills for all the family to get involved with. Talks on costumes and weapons, everyday life in the camp and lots more to see and do. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-5pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hide & Seek
Play hide and seek in and around the gardens to find all the clues. Get to the end to collect your prize.
Under 5's can look for the best places to hide. Suitable for the whole family
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Meet the Bats
Use a bat detector to find them and learn more about their habitat, food and lifestyle on our evening walk.
Suitable for
When
8-10pm
Admission
Adult: £5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Essential.
Wear suitable outdoor walking footwear. Bring a torch.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Meet the Bats
Use a bat detector to find them and learn more about their habitat, food and lifestyle on our evening walk.
Wear suitable outdoor walking footwear. Bring a torch.
When
8-10pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception.
Admission
Adult: £5.00 - Child: £2.50. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Summer games
Join us every monday during the school holidays for a day of summer games and activities for children to enjoy. We have traditional games, races and much more to keep them entertained during the long summer holidays. Suitable for the whole family
When
2-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Sherlock Holmes
How can one open-air show with just four actors possibly contain so much action and adventure? Elementary, my dear! The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company put dynamic detective duo Holmes and Watson through their paces as they tackle their most fiendish case yet in this delightfully inventive and hilarious show for all ages featuring live music, audience interaction and more mystery than you can shake a magnifying glass at. Book now for your ticket.
Suitable for
When
7-10pm
Admission
All tickets: £0
Booking Essential.
Ticket prices to be confirmed.
Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Weather appropriate clothing is advised as the show will go on, whatever the weather.
Accessible to wheelchair users.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Sherlock Holmes
How can one open-air show with just four actors possibly contain so much
action and adventure? Elementary, my dear! The critically-acclaimed
Pantaloons Theatre Company put dynamic detective duo Holmes and Watson
through their paces as they tackle their most fiendish case yet in this
delightfully inventive and hilarious show for all ages featuring live
music, audience interaction and more mystery than you can shake a
magnifying glass at. Book now for your ticket. Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Weather appropriate clothing is advised as the show will go on, whatever the weather. Suitable for the whole family. Accessible to wheelchair users.
When
7-10pm
Where
Meet at the archway for ticket entrance.
Admission
Free tbc. Property admission charge does not apply. 01568 780246. Ticket prices to be confirmed.
Summer games
Join us every monday during the school holidays for a day of summer games and activities for children to enjoy. We have traditional games, races and much more to keep them entertained during the long summer holidays. Suitable for the whole family
When
2-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
The Taming of the Shrew
Watch as typical Shakespearean mayhem ensues with misleading disguises, witty banter and the inevitable rocky road to true love. Expect music, dance and physical theatre (not necessarily in that order) all culminating in a great evening of entertainment! Bring a picnic and something to sit on and enjoy the evening with us.
Suitable for
When
7-10pm
Admission
Adult: £9
Child: £7
Family: £25
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Essential.
Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Weather appropriate clothing is advised as the show will go on, whatever the weather.
Accessible to wheelchair users.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
The Taming of the Shrew
Madcap Theatre Productions perform one of William Shakespeare's finest comedies, The Taming of the Shrew as part of our outdoor theatre programme at Croft Castle.
Watch as typical Shakespearean mayhem ensues with misleading disguises, witty banter and the inevitable rocky road to true love. Expect music, dance and physical theatre (not necessarily in that order) all culminating in a great evening of entertainment!
Bring a picnic and something to sit on and enjoy the evening with us.
Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Weather appropriate clothing is advised as the show will go on, whatever the weather. Suitable for the whole family. Accessible to wheelchair users.
When
7-10pm
Where
Meet at archway for start of performance.
Admission
Adult: £9.00 - Child: £7.00 - Family: £25.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Local beer festival
We have a weekend of specially selected local beers for you to try and family friendly games and activities including corn dolly making, home brewing tips and games for all ages to enjoy.
Suitable for
When
11am-5pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Local beer festival
We have a weekend of specially selected local beers for you to try and family friendly games and activities including corn dolly making, home brewing tips and games for all ages to enjoy. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-5pm
Where
Ask at visitor recption for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Local beer festival
We have a weekend of specially selected local beers for you to try and family friendly games and activities including corn dolly making, home brewing tips and games for all ages to enjoy. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-5pm
Where
Ask at visitor recption for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Summer games
Join us every monday during the school holidays for a day of summer games and activities for children to enjoy. We have traditional games, races and much more to keep them entertained during the long summer holidays. Suitable for the whole family
When
2-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hide & Seek
Play hide and seek in and around the gardens to find all the clues. Get to the end to collect your prize.Under 5's can look for the best places to hide.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Per Item: £2
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Cub rangers
Join our young rangers club for a day of cub scout themed activities to get your little ones re-connected with the outdoors. Use natural materials to improve your survival in the great outdoors. Learn basic woodland skills with our ranger. Make your own natural den, camp fire, where to find food and much more. Sign up to the programme of cub rangers to learn a different skill each time. Outdoor family fun. Wear suitable weather-proof outdoor clothing and footwear. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Medieval Weekend
You can join in the fun with daily drills for all ages, skirmishes, costumes to see and a living camp to explore. Men, women and children depict life as a soldier, cooking, battles, crafts and lots more to see and do.
Suitable for
When
11am-5pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Medieval Weekend
You can join in the fun with daily drills for all ages, skirmishes, costumes to see and a living camp to explore. Men, women and children depict life as a soldier, cooking, battles, crafts and lots more to see and do. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-5pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Medieval Weekend
You can join in the fun with daily drills for all ages, skirmishes, costumes to see and a living camp to explore. Men, women and children depict life as a soldier, cooking, battles, crafts and lots more to see and do. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-5pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Summer games
We have traditional games, races and much more to keep them entertained during the long summer holidays.
Suitable for
When
2-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Summer games
Join us every monday during the school holidays for a day of summer games and activities for children to enjoy. We have traditional games, races and much more to keep them entertained during the long summer holidays. Suitable for the whole family
When
2-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Cub rangers
Join our young rangers club for a day of cub scout themed activities to get your little ones re-connected with the outdoors. Use natural materials to improve your survival in the great outdoors. Learn basic woodland skills with our ranger. Make your own natural den, camp fire, where to find food and much more. Sign up to the programme of cub rangers to learn a different skill each time. Outdoor family fun. Wear suitable weather-proof outdoor clothing and footwear. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Princes & Princesses
Hunt for the missing dragons and children dressed as a prince or princess, get in free.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Princes & Princesses
Hunt for the missing dragons and children dressed as a prince or princess, get in free. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Princes & Princesses
Hunt for the missing dragons and children dressed as a prince or princess, get in free. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Summer games
Join us every monday during the school holidays for a day of summer games and activities for children to enjoy. We have traditional games, races and much more to keep them entertained during the long summer holidays. Suitable for the whole family
When
2-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Cub rangers
Use natural materials to improve your survival in the great outdoors. Learn basic woodland skills with our ranger. Make your own natural den, camp fire, where to find food and much more. Sign up to the programme of cub rangers to learn a different skill each time. Outdoor family fun.
Suitable for
When
12-3pm
Admission
Child: £3
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Advisable.
Wear suitable weather-proof outdoor clothing and footwear.
Ffi contact: Property Office, 01568 780246, croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Cub rangers
Join our young rangers club for a day of cub scout themed activities to get your little ones re-connected with the outdoors. Use natural materials to improve your survival in the great outdoors. Learn basic woodland skills with our ranger. Make your own natural den, camp fire, where to find food and much more. Sign up to the programme of cub rangers to learn a different skill each time. Outdoor family fun. Wear suitable weather-proof outdoor clothing and footwear. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Cub rangers
Join our young rangers club for a day of cub scout themed activities to get your little ones re-connected with the outdoors. Use natural materials to improve your survival in the great outdoors. Learn basic woodland skills with our ranger. Make your own natural den, camp fire, where to find food and much more. Sign up to the programme of cub rangers to learn a different skill each time. Outdoor family fun. Wear suitable weather-proof outdoor clothing and footwear. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Meet the Bats
Use a bat detector to find them and learn more about their habitat, food and lifestyle on our evening walk.
Wear suitable outdoor walking footwear. Bring a torch.
When
7:30-9:30pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception.
Admission
Adult: £5.00 - Child: £2.50. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Heritage Open Day
Family fun around the gardens with trails, games and more to see and do. Suitable for the whole family
When
10am-5pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Harvest Festival
Join us for our Harvest festival as we bring in all our fruit and vegetables grown over the last season. Make a corn dolly and learn more about the traditional craft. Discover some new tips on improving the harvest in your garden. Harvest themed trail for children to enjoy. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor receotion for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Harvest Festival
Join us for our Harvest festival as we bring in all our fruit and vegetables grown over the last season. Make a corn dolly and learn more about the traditional craft. Discover some new tips on improving the harvest in your garden. Harvest themed trail for children to enjoy. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor receotion for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Harvest Festival
Join us for our Harvest festival as we bring in all our fruit and vegetables grown over the last season. Make a corn dolly and learn more about the traditional craft. Discover some new tips on improving the harvest in your garden. Harvest themed trail for children to enjoy. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor receotion for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Harvest Festival
Join us for our Harvest festival as we bring in all our fruit and vegetables grown over the last season. Make a corn dolly and learn more about the traditional craft. Discover some new tips on improving the harvest in your garden. Harvest themed trail for children to enjoy. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor receotion for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Ancient Tree Walk
Our ranger shows you some of our glorious ancient trees with a guided walk around parts of the parkland. With trees ranging from 300- 400 years old to over 1000 years old you'll learn how to age the trees you find along your walks and how we can all help to preserve them for future generations. Wear suitable outdoor walking footwear.
When
2-4pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
£3.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Fungi Forays
Discover how to identify different species, which ones are edible and just how many fungi are growing around us. Suitable for the whole family
When
2-4pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception for start of walk.
Admission
Adult: £7.00 - Child: £3.50. Usual property admission prices apply. 01568 780246.
Hallowe'en Spooktacular
Join an evening ghost walk in the castle or around the grounds to hear some of the reported hauntings at Croft. Children and family fun during the daytime with games races, broomstick making, face painting, storytelling and much more over the whole weekend. Suitable for the whole family
When
7-10pm
Where
Ask at Visitor recpetion for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en Spooktacular
Join an evening ghost walk in the castle or around the grounds to hear some of the reported hauntings at Croft. Children and family fun during the daytime with games races, broomstick making, face painting, storytelling and much more over the whole weekend. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-10pm
Where
Ask at Visitor recpetion for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en Spooktacular
Join an evening ghost walk in the castle or around the grounds to hear some of the reported hauntings at Croft. Children and family fun during the daytime with games races, broomstick making, face painting, storytelling and much more over the whole weekend. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-10pm
Where
Ask at Visitor recpetion for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Go Wild Week
Re connect with the outdoors and complete your 50 things to see and do with den building, kite making, fire crafts, games and much more happening everyday throughout half term.
Finish your Cub rangers club with a week long festival of woodland craft and survival fun. Wear outdoor footwear and clothing as all activities are woodland and outdoor based. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on sheet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Go Wild Week
Re connect with the outdoors and complete your 50 things to see and do with den building, kite making, fire crafts, games and much more happening everyday throughout half term.
Finish your Cub rangers club with a week long festival of woodland craft and survival fun. Wear outdoor footwear and clothing as all activities are woodland and outdoor based. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on sheet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Go Wild Week
Re connect with the outdoors and complete your 50 things to see and do with den building, kite making, fire crafts, games and much more happening everyday throughout half term.
Finish your Cub rangers club with a week long festival of woodland craft and survival fun. Wear outdoor footwear and clothing as all activities are woodland and outdoor based. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on sheet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Evening Ghost tour
Book now onto our exclusive after hours, adults only tour for an insight into the ghostly goings on at Croft. Tickets include a light supper. Bring a torch. Not suitable for children
When
7-9:30pm
Where
Meet at visitor reception on arrival.
Admission
Adult: £21.00. Property admission charge does not apply. 01568 780246.
Go Wild Week
Re connect with the outdoors and complete your 50 things to see and do with den building, kite making, fire crafts, games and much more happening everyday throughout half term.
Finish your Cub rangers club with a week long festival of woodland craft and survival fun. Wear outdoor footwear and clothing as all activities are woodland and outdoor based. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on sheet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Go Wild Week
Re connect with the outdoors and complete your 50 things to see and do with den building, kite making, fire crafts, games and much more happening everyday throughout half term.
Finish your Cub rangers club with a week long festival of woodland craft and survival fun. Wear outdoor footwear and clothing as all activities are woodland and outdoor based. Suitable for the whole family
When
12-3pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on sheet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Hallowe'en trails
Find all the clues to collect your prize. Trails run everyday during half term. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a trail sheet.
Admission
Per Item: £2.00 Per trail. Usual property admission prices apply.
Christmas Wreath Making
Learn how to make your own wreath ready for Christmas, alongside our gardener. Tips for making it last longer and light lunch included.
When
11am-3pm
Where
Meet in the carpark
Admission
Adult £15.00. Booking Essential. 01568780246.
Christmas Wreath Making
Learn how to make your own wreath ready for Christmas, alongside our gardener. Tips for making it last longer and light lunch included.
When
11am-3pm
Where
Meet in the carpark
Admission
Adult £15.00. Booking Essential. 01568780246.
Christmas Crafts & Santa's Workshop
A weekend of carol singing, bell ringing, mulled wine and mince pies. Do a spot of christmas shopping with a small group of local craftspeople inside the castle. Visit Santa's workshop for an early Christmas present and make a wooden reindeer or snowman to take home.
Small charges for Santa's gifts and some activities. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Christmas Crafts & Santa's Workshop
A weekend of carol singing, bell ringing, mulled wine and mince pies. Do a spot of christmas shopping with a small group of local craftspeople inside the castle. Visit Santa's workshop for an early Christmas present and make a wooden reindeer or snowman to take home.
Small charges for Santa's gifts and some activities. Suitable for the whole family
When
11am-4pm
Where
Ask at visitor reception for a what's on leaflet.
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
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