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Half Term Events at Penrhyn Castle

This enormous 19th-century castle sits between Snowdonia and the Menai Strait, crammed with fascinating items, such as a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria. Large gardens to explore, an adventure playground and the model railway and dolls' museums in the stable block will entertain young and old alike. Timetable of events throughout the week including Victorian Play Day, Wartime Penrhyn and Penrhyn Goes Batty!

Wild Child - 24 October 2011 12:00pm
Discover the wilder side of nature - from smelly potions to bats dropping - who knows what you might find lurking in the great outdoors? Come and find out!

Castle By Night - 26 October 2011 6:00pm
Be careful - what's behind that dresser? Let us take you around the castle at night, when all are asleep and only the floorboards creak. Learn about the paranormal activity in the castle from staff who have experienced it first hand. Bring your own torch to search into ever dark nook and cranny!Booking in advance.

Penrhyn Goes Batty! - 27 October 2011 12:00pm
Celebrate Halloween by following bat trails around the castle and grounds. A fun-filled day, full of creepy crawlers, sinisters night sounds and hair-raising spookyness. Are you ready?

Scary Story Time - 27 October 2011 6:00pm
Price: All Tickets £3 (warming soup included)
Join us in the woods and discover the ghosty past of Penrhyn - warming soup included!

Normal admission charges apply, booking not needed.
Tel: 01248 353 084

Visit Penrhyn Castle's website.


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