There is a packed programme of events and fun activities for all ages at Carew Castle throughout the year from Have-a-Go Archery, interactive Horrid Histories talks and Ghost Tours to Open Air Theatre, Knight School and our Christmas events!
February 2026
Magical Creatures Treasure Trail
Saturday 14 February – Sunday 22 February, 10.30am – 3.30pm
Carew Castle is alive with Welsh magic! Hidden inside its walls are sparkling mermaids, mischievous fairies, the playful Ceffyl Dŵr and other legendary creatures. Follow the trail, uncover their secret hiding spots, and collect your magical treasure at the end of your adventure!
Take part using a smart phone, self-led activity.
£2.50 per child plus normal admission fee applies.
Language: bilingual Welsh/English
Access: stepped access
Journey of the Legends Creative Workshop
Monday 16 February
Storytelling: 11am – 11.30am and 12noon – 12.30pm
Crafts: 10.30am – 2.30pm
Join storyteller Michael Harvey and local artist Kate Evans for an inspiring, hands-on creative workshop rooted in Welsh myth and environmental action. Children will hear the Journey of the Legends story inspired by Twrch Trywth, the magical boar from the Mabinogion, woven together with St David’s message: Gwnewch y pethau bychain / Do the little things. Through this tale, Twrch Trywth becomes a symbol of climate change and rising sea levels, encouraging young audiences to think about how we respond to environmental challenges. After the storytelling, children will work with Kate to create their own artwork connected to the story.
Show off your masterpiece at the St David’s Day Parade at Oriel y Parc on Saturday 28 February, when Journey of the Legends story will be brought to life!
Suitable for families. Free, drop in sessions.
Language: bilingual Welsh/English
Access: Wheelchair access may not be available, please check with venue.
Normal Admission fees apply.
Magical Makes with Whimsical Wildlings
Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 February, 10.30am – 2pm
Join Whimsical Wildlings for enchanting children’s crafts inside the castle’s atmospheric undercroft! Little adventurers can decorate their very own items to treasure at home; inspired by tales of knights, princesses and castle quests. These drop-in sessions offer a creative diversion for families exploring the Castle from just £2 per item. Perfect for children of all ages – come and let your creativity reign!
Crowns £2, Swords £3, Flags £3, Mirrors £3, Shields £5.
No need to book – just drop in and get crafting!
Card payments accepted, cash preferred.
Normal Admission fees apply.
Language: English
Access: step-free
The Storymaster’s Quests: Tower of Doooooom!
Thursday 19 and Friday 20 February, 1pm
This is not your typical storytelling event, it’s an experience like never before where the audience will control the fate of the hero they create. Brought to life by best-selling author and games designer Oliver McNeil, this multi-media activity will engage all ages in a world of dragons, traps, treasure and unforgettable characters. Suitable for age 6 to adult, running time approx. one hour. Tickets £8 per person, children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Booking highly recommended, secure your spot now at www.storymasterstales.com/live.
Please note that normal Castle admission fees also apply for all adults and children and must be paid on the day.
Access: step-free
Language: English
Folklore Realms LARP Quest: Shadows Rising
Saturday 21 February, 12pm – 4pm
Step into an alternative 18th‑century world and embark on a unique Live Action Role‑Playing experience. Created by best‑selling author and games designer Oliver McNeil, this multimedia adventure invites thrill-seekers aged 7 to Adult into a realm filled with dragons, traps, treasure, and unforgettable characters. If you’d like to take part, please come dressed as a Wizard, Pirate, Ranger, or a friendly Fae creature. Prepare to explore, discover, and become part of the story.
Join us at 12noon for player registration, before the adventures start at 1pm. This interactive spectacle will unfold all around Carew Castle.
Tickets £8 per person, children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Booking highly recommended, secure your spot now at www.storymasterstales.com/live.
Please note that normal Castle admission fees also apply for all adults and children and must be paid on the day.
Access: stepped access
Language: English
Leather Medieval Drinking Flask Workshop
Sunday 1 March, 9am – 5pm
Join us for an exclusive hands-on workshop in support of Welsh Women’s Aid.
Guided by expert craftsperson Shelley Musker Turner who brings over a decade of experience creating leather props and saddlery for the film industry – you’ll learn traditional leatherworking techniques including cutting, bevelling, hand stitching, wet moulding, and burnishing.
By the end of the day, you’ll take home your own fully functional, hand-crafted medieval-style leather drinking flask, along with the essential skills to begin your own leatherworking journey.
Held in the Lesser Hall at Carew Castle.
Age: 16+
£145 per person – Refreshments: Tea, coffee, and cake included
(includes a 45-minute lunch break; lunch not provided)
Book here: https://www.battlehorse.co.uk/workshops
Access: stepped access
Language: Course delivered mainly in English with some conversational Welsh
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