Penrhyn Castle (National Trust)
Penrhyn Castle (National Trust)
Bangor
Gwynedd
LL57 4HN
Wales
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/penrhyn-castle
penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
Telephone
01248 353 084
Fax
01248 371 281
This enormous neo-Norman castle sits between Snowdonia and the Menai Strait. Built by Thomas Hopper between 1820 and 1845 for the wealthy Pennant family, who made their fortune from Jamaican sugar and Welsh slate, the castle is crammed with fascinating things such as a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria. Hopper also designed its interior with elaborate carvings, plasterwork and mock-Norman furniture. The castle contains an outstanding collection of paintings. The Victorian kitchen and other servants’ rooms, including scullery, larders and chef’s sitting room, have been restored to reveal the preparations for the banquet for the Prince of Wales’ visit in 1894. The stable block houses an industrial railway museum, a model railway museum and a superb dolls’ museum displaying a large collection of 19th- and 20th-century dolls. The 18.2ha (45 acres) of grounds include parkland, an extensive exotic tree and shrub collection and a Victorian walled garden.
Venue Type:
Gallery, Castle or defences, Garden, parklands or rural site
Collection details
Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Land Transport, Personalities, Science and Technology, Social History
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
When
10am-3pm
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Pea Pods
Its time to eat your greens! Come down to the Secret Garden for our Pea Pod Fun day, well be sowing, growing and eating peas all in one day, so come and see how we do it. Its a chance to learn something you can take back to your garden and use to grow your own food.
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Pools of Discovery
For fun filled family adventure, join our team of experienced leaders and get wild with the Wild in the Woods project. Discover creepy crawlies, crafts and challenges such as outdoor games and treasure trails. Nature is busy rain or shine so come well dressed. *Parents
a change of clothes would be a good idea! There may be muddy areas.
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Bugs Life
For fun filled family adventure, join our team of experienced leaders and get wild with the Wild in the Woods project. Discover creepy crawlies, crafts and challenges such as outdoor games and treasure trails. Nature is busy rain or shine so come well dressed. *Parents
a change of clothes would be a good idea! There may be muddy areas.
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
House of Fun
For fun filled family adventure, join our team of experienced leaders and get wild with the Wild in the Woods project. Discover creepy crawlies, crafts and challenges such as outdoor games and treasure trails. Nature is busy rain or shine so come well dressed. *Parents
a change of clothes would be a good idea! There may be muddy areas.
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild Cooking
Can make a three course meal? Can you do it with no oven, no microwave and no electrical equipment? We can. Come down to the Wild in the Woods site and well show you how to cook a three course meal on an open fire and then you can sit down and eat it with your family and friends. Cooking on a fire doesnt have to mean just sausages on a stick, come and try it!
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
All tickets: £5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Light my Fire
For fun filled family adventure, join our team of experienced leaders and get wild with the Wild in the Woods project. Discover creepy crawlies, crafts and challenges such as outdoor games and treasure trails. Nature is busy rain or shine so come well dressed. *Parents
a change of clothes would be a good idea! There may be muddy areas.
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Find the Way
This summer, why not go for a walk in the woods? Its great fun and you can find some really amazing discoveries. If this sounds like your kind of thing then youll love our Find the Way day. Well show you lots of different ways of navigating your way through the outdoors, so youll never have to worry about getting lost again.
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Relaxing Tai-Chi
By Thursday we are all looking forward to the week-end, start early with some relaxing Tai-Chi.Thursday 5.30 to 6.30pm on the lawn (if wet/cold/dark in the gallery)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5:30-6:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £3.5
Booking Not Needed.
No special clothing required, just something you are comfortable in.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild Art
Question: What can you make out of sticks, leaves, tree bark, and pebbles? Answer: anything you like! Come down to the Wild in the Woods site at Penrhyn Castle and well show you lots of fun, arty crafty things that you can make and do with things you find at your feet.
Suitable for
When
12-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
Wild in the Woods club
Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors, safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland playscheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape!
We’ll be exploring the mini worlds of creepy crawlies, creating stories, crafts, magic potions and discovering bush craft challenges such as den building and outdoor cooking. Please let your child be suitable dressed for the weather and the time of the year. Remenber to bring your own lunch and a snack. Children over 8yrs old only (no parents!)
When
10am-3pm
Where
Meet in the Wild in the Woods site, by the main gate.
Admission
Free. Property admission charge does not apply. The Wild in the Woods Clubs are kindly supported by Gwynedd Familes First fund.
Unable to print out the booking form? You can collect it and/or return it at the Visitor Welcome Centre in the main car park. 01248-353084. Please book your child's place by returning the booking form and a £20 returnable cheque.
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