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Penrhyn Castle (National Trust), Bangor

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The mammoth 19th-century neo-Norman Penrhyn Castle (National Trust) offers opulent furnishings inside and a spectacular natural setting outside. In the halls, see a 900 kg (1 ton) slate bed made for Queen Victoria, elaborate carvings, plasterwork, and mock-Norman furniture. The castle also has a large collection of paintings that you could spend hours gazing at. The restored kitchens are a hit with visitors, and the stable block contains two museums: one for industrial railways and another for model railways. Outside the buildings, be sure to explore the surrounding parkland, exotic tree and shrub collection, and enchanting Victorian walled garden. Using our international travel planner, Bangor attractions like Penrhyn Castle (National Trust) can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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Penrhyn Castle (National Trust) reviews

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  • By margk86
    Visited this week. I understand the house has only recently reopened but the majority of the ground floor is given over to a project “ what a world “ which is a school project focusing on their...  more »
  • By I4996RBjoannap
    We pre booked online as there are currently limited entries due to Covid, it was clear online before we booked which parts where open so were not disappointed as per some reviews. Very friendly staff....  more »
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  • By Richard Adamson
    Wonderful experience today, my first day of voluntary work at Penrhyn Castle. So glad I went - the house is stupendous, and I met a lovely team of workers there who were warm and welcoming and full of fascinating information about the history of the place. Lots of fun events and creative activities happening there soon, I gather - and I would so like to be a part of it all!
  • By Roy Johnson
    Large, impressive but relatively new castle. Interesting interiors, ceilings, clocks, art, china etc.. Children's play area. Nice shops & cafe. Excellent free parking. Particularly fine collection of old steam engines.
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