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Penrhyn Castle and Garden

๐Ÿ“ Bangor, Wales

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โ˜…4.7(5,362 Google reviews)

A grand Welsh country house dressed as a castle, best for families who love lavish interiors and art, with dog-friendly garden paths outside.

โœ“ Stunning castle interiorsโœ“ Beautiful maintained gardensโœ“ Dog friendly groundsโœ“ Kids' activities and play areaโœ“ Cafe and shop on siteโœ“ Allow a few hours

๐Ÿ† Funzaroo Verdict

The showpiece interiors do most of the work, but the kitchens and servants' areas are quietly the most interesting rooms, and children get a proper play area for burning off energy. Weigh that the gardens, while well tended, are not vast, and the castle is a modern build on an old site, so expect opulence more than ancient ruins.

โ„น๏ธ What to Know Before You Go

๐Ÿ’กAllow a couple of hours to explore the castle and grounds properly
โฐDogs are welcome everywhere on site except inside the castle
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธWalk the gardens for free if you would rather skip the interior
๐Ÿš—Catch the slate splitting demonstration, hosted here while Llanberis slate museum is refurbished

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Families Are Saying

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Dan Howells

2 months ago

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โ€œEasily the best castle I have visited in the UK, the exterior is beautiful and I was lost for words how beautiful the inside is, the architecture, furniture and art were phenomenal. The gardens are also extremely beautiful and free to walk around if you do not wish to go inside. I can not recommend this place enough, it is a must see National Trust property.โ€

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Chris Chandler

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โ€œPenryhn Castle is absolutely beautiful, definitely one of the best castles we have visited. A definite must to visit, it's worth every penny. Everything is well preserved and really looked after. My favourite place is The Grand Staircase. You can lose yourself for a good couple of hours exploring this ancient and historic site. We will return for sure.โ€

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MJ M

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โ€œWe had a lovely day out at National Trust - Penrhyn Castle & Garden and really enjoyed our visit. The castle itself is stunning, with plenty to explore, and the gardens are beautifully maintained, making it a great place to spend a few hours. The children had an amazing time taking part in the activities that were on during our visit, and the play area was definitely one of the highlights for them. It was well thought out, fun, and gave them plenty of space to burn off some energy while we enjoyed the surroundings. We also stopped at the cafรฉ for drinks, which were really nice, and it was a lovely place to take a break before carrying on with our visit. The staff we came across were friendly, and the whole site was clean and well looked after. Overall, it was a fantastic family day out with lots to see and do for both adults and children. We'd happily visit again and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun day out in beautiful surroundings.โ€

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Overview

The pull here is sheer spectacle: room after room of ornate architecture, fine furniture and art that leaves visitors genuinely lost for words. Pram-friendly for the littlest, with a car park on site, and dogs are welcome everywhere in the grounds except within the castle walls. Expect preservation over playtime - this is a place children walk through wide-eyed rather than clamber over.

๐Ÿ• Opening Hours

MondayClosed
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FridayClosed
Saturday10:00-16:00
Sunday10:00-16:00

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