January – March Opening: We’re open on Saturday & Sundays, 10am – 5pm. This excludes our School of Magic event during from 10th – 18th February.

What To Expect

Gwrych Castle is a popular dog-friendly tourist attraction in the most picturesque setting. Our scenic visitor route is open from 10am – 5pm, with last admission at 5pm. Opening dates vary depending on the time of year.

Heres an overview on what to expect during your visit:

  • I’M A CELEBRITY: During your visit, you will be able to visit the main courtyard which was used by the campmates, this area features the privy, the famous telephone box and the lookout. You will also be able to visit The Clink which has been left exactly how it was on the show, this was a new addition for the 2021 series to make it “the most gruelling series ever”.
  • PHOTO CHALLENGE: We have 10 labelled photo opportunities throughout our visitor route, take a photo of all 10, post them on social media and tag #GwrychCastle for a chance to win a family day pass. We will choose one winner every month!
  • SELF-GUIDED TOUR: We’ve made it easier for you to navigate your way around our visitors route with our self-guided tours! We have a QR code available to scan on our new leaflets which are provided at the ticket office on arrival.
  • FACILITIES: We have limited facilities due to no running water. However, we have a pop-up shop and cafe with light snacks, and hot and cold drinks available. We also have temporary toilets available on the main terrace.

Accessibility

The majority of the main building is currently a ruin so there is currently no public access.

The Castle was built into a hill, subsequently the terrain is uneven with many steps, slopes and steep footpaths throughout the estate. Sensible footwear is recommended at all times. Many of the footpaths along our standard visitor route are unsuitable for pushchairs, self-drive three wheeled vehicles and wheelchairs.

We have an accessible route for disabled visitors, please make us aware at the Ticket Office if you require disabled parking and our accessible route so we can advise you accordingly. This route will avoid the steps, but does include a slope leading to Stable Court which can be tiring for a person assisting. The gardens and the Chapel are both accessed via steps so are not accessible to wheelchair users.

As Gwrych Castle is over two hundred years old, substantially ruinous and Grade I listed, we are afraid we are not permitted to alter any part to make it more accessible at present. See our FAQs page to find out more in relation to our Facilities, access and much more.

FAQs

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Gwrych Castle
Llanddulas Road
Abergele
Conwy
North Wales
LL22 8ET