PENRHYN CASTLE
Bangor,
Gwynedd
LL57 4HN
t: 01248 353084
e: penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/penrhyn-castle
This dramatic neo-Norman castle
is crammed with a fascinating
collection such as a slate bed
made for Queen Victoria and
surrounded by extensive grounds
and a walled garden.
There are many grand spaces to explore, which capture the height of Victorian opulence, and North Wales’s premier art collection to discover. You can get a feel for life ‘downstairs’ in the Victorian kitchens, or climb aboard an engine in the Railway Museum. A visit to the grounds is the perfect way to finish your day; where you can enjoy the tranquillity of the gardens and breathtaking views.
Special interest tours:
Fantasy, Fixtures and Fittings
A connoisseur out-of-hours tour that allows your group to privately explore the beauty and opulence of this magnificent 19th-century fantasy castle. Discover a home crammed with fascinating features, from carved grotesques, handmade wallpapers and exquisite stained glass to walls adorned with impressive paintings by Rembrandt, Canaletto, Gainsborough and Richard Wilson.
Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
.
A Garden with Views of Snowdonia
Penrhyn's garden is a hidden gem situated between the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait. There are acres of open parkland, wooded walks and a spectacular Victorian walled garden. Enjoy the breathtaking views and discover the hidden paths that lead you through the garden.
Duration 1 hour.
Charges may apply, for more information please contact the property.