The National Trust is a charity that works to preserve and protect historic spaces and places.
Penrhyn Castle looks as if it is over 1,000 years old. But it was actually built in the 1820's! It is in a spectacular location between Snowdonia National Park and the Menai Strait.
The castle is crammed with fascinating items, such as a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria, elaborate carvings, plasterwork and mock-Norman furniture. In addition, it has an outstanding collection of paintings.
The restored Victorian kitchens are a delight and the stable block houses a fascinating industrial railway museum, a model railway museum and a superb dolls' museum.
The 24.3 hectares (60 acres) of grounds include parkland, woodland, an exotic tree and shrub collection as well as a Victorian walled garden.
Don't miss:
- Enjoy majestic views of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait.
- Explore the castle and see lavishly furnished state rooms.
- Roam the extensive grounds, forest, or exotic gardens.
- Wander round the industrial railway-, model railway- and the dolls’ museum.
- See behind the scenes with our hidden tours.
- Discover the history of the Pennant family and their link to sugar and slate.
For more information visit our website
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/penrhyn-castle/