Name: Chirk Castle
Rating: 5.0

Chirk Castle

Chirk Castle, Wrexham LL14 5AF, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

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Description

Chirk Castle, A stark symbol of power, the construction of Chirk Castle began around 1295 during the reign of the conquering Edward I in order to subdue the last princes of Wales. Built on an outcrop above the meeting point of the Rivers Dee and Ceiriog, the castle, with its imposing silhouette, was a brooding statement of English intent in these disputed lands.

Over 700 years of history, and as the last castle from this period still lived in today, Chirk Castle has lavish interiors and a beautiful and eclectic collection. The interior includes a 17th-century Long Gallery, grand parade of three 18th-century State Rooms with rich furniture, paintings and tapestries, the unique servants' hall, and the Chapel Music room furnished to display Chirk Castle’s connections to high society in the 1920s and 1930s.

Price starts from £19.80 for Adults(18+), £9.90 for Children(5-17) and £49.50 for Family of five. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Castle: A 13th-century Marcher castle, that from 1595 became the home of the Myddelton family for over 400 years.
Garden: 5.5 acres of award-winning garden, including manicured lawns, clipped yews, and stunning views over the Cheshire and Shropshire plains.
Estate: 480 acres of working parkland and important nature habitats, featuring ancient veteran trees, wildflower meadows and part of Offa’s Dyke.
Home Farm: A predominately 18th-century model farm, with stable and threshing barn, that now houses our ticket office, shop, bookshop and visitor facilities.
Play areas: One play area at Home Farm with natural wooden equipment.
Shop: Located at Home Farm, the shop sells gifts, plants, garden decorations and tools, toys and local food products. We also have a second-hand bookshop.

Facilities

Parking: The car park is at Home Farm. Please enter via the ticket office - the entrance to the castle is 200 yards (via steep hill).
Food & Drinks: Café Located in the castle’s historic kitchens, the café serves hot and cold drinks, snacks, cream teas and light meals.
Toilet: Toilets, including accessible toilets, at Home Farm and in the castle courtyard.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult(18+): £19.80 with Gift Aid & £18.00 without Gift Aid.
Child(5–17): £9.90 with Gift Aid & £9.00 without Gift Aid.
Under 5s: Free
Family(2 adults + up to 3 children): £49.50 with Gift Aid & £45.00 without Gift Aid.
Family(1 adult): £29.70 with Gift Aid & £27.00 without Gift Aid.
Group Adult (18+): £17.10 (Gift Aid not applicable).
Group Child (5–17): £8.55 (Gift Aid not applicable).

Membership: £96 a year for Adult, £48 a year for Young person(18-25) and £12 a year for Child(0-17).

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/membership

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/chirk-castle

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Monday - Sunday: 10:00 - 16:00.

Address: Chirk Castle, Wrexham LL14 5AF, UK

Post Code: LL14 5AF

Council: Wrexham

County: Clwyd

By Road: Chirk Castle is 7 miles south of Wrexham, 8 miles north of Oswestry and 5 miles from Llangollen. It is clearly signposted from the A5 and A483. From the A5 proceed 1 mile to Chirk village, the entrance to the estate is 2 miles west of Chirk village. Please note: When you arrive by car at the white iron Davies gates please continue to your right. The entrance to the estate is 1.4 miles further on.
By Train: Chirk Station is on the Shrewsbury to Chester line. From Chirk train station it is ¼ mile to the gates of the estate, and 1½ miles in total to the castle. See directions on foot for more details.
By Bus: The Arriva 2/A bus route from Wrexham to Oswestry will drop off in Chirk Village near the train station.
Canal: Chirk Castle is situated close to the Llangollen Canal, near Chirk Aqueduct. Limited mooring is available near to Chirk Tunnel, from there walk towards Chirk village. It is approx. 1 mile to the estate gates, and 2 ½ miles in total to the ticket office and castle entrance.
On Foot: There are permitted footpaths from Chirk village year-round and from Offa's Dyke Path (April to October only). Entrance and exit drives provide walking access, both are a similar distance - approx. 1½ miles to Home Farm ticket office. Please follow signs to go to the Ticket Office before walking up to the castle and gardens.
Parking: The car park is at Home Farm. Please enter via the ticket office - the entrance to the castle is 200 yards (via steep hill).