Guided Castle Tour
Thursdays 3 , 10, 17 and 24 September at 2.30pm
Step inside history with our FREE guided tour of the iconic Castle. Explore it’s fascinating journey from Iron Age beginnings to early medieval fortress, the seat of Tudor power, and the height of Elizabethan splendour. Hear stories of the infamous and influential who once called these walls home and uncover the secrets that make the Castle truly unforgettable.
Included FREE with normal admission fee
Access: stepped access
Language: English
Garden Tour
Tuesday 8 September at 2.30pm
Join a free guided tour of our herb garden. Our knowledgeable guide will introduce you to our beds of culinary, dye, medicinal and fragrant herbs with fascinating insights into their uses throughout history.
Included FREE with normal admission fee
Access: step-free
Language: English
Pop-Up Market
Thursday 17th September, 4pm–7pm
Come along to Carew Castle for an evening of local shopping at our Pop-Up Market. Discover a hand-picked selection of local producers, creators and makers, with stalls offering delicious food, thoughtful gifts, handmade treasures and plenty of things you didn’t know you needed!
Set beside the ancient Celtic Cross, it’s the perfect place to browse, shop local and enjoy a relaxed evening surrounded by one of Pembrokeshire’s most iconic historic landscapes.
And why not make an evening of it? Nest Tearoom in the Walled Garden will be open, serving it’s delicious menu, so you can grab a bite to eat before or after exploring the market.
Free entry to the market and free parking. Come along, support local and discover something lovely.
Please note: The market takes place beside the ancient Celtic Cross and does not include access to the Castle itself.
Access: step-free
LARP Experience: Into the Shadow Realm
Sunday 27 September, 12pm – 4pm
Prepare for a one-of-a-kind storytelling adventure with The Storymaster’s Tales. Into the Shadow Realm is not your typical storytelling event, it’s a live action role-playing experience like never before! Set in an alternative 18th-century world, if you wish to play, please come dressed as a wizard, pirate, ranger or a good fae creature. 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.
Perfect for thrill-seekers aged 7 to Adult, this interactive spectacle will unfold all around Carew Castle.
Player registration from 12pm, adventure begins at 1pm.
£8.50 per person, children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL Book here
Please note that normal Castle admission fees also apply for all adults and children and must be paid on the day.
Apple Pressing Day
Saturday 3 October, 10am-2pm
Bring your apples along to Carew Castle where Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority Ranger Chris will help you turn them into delicious juice with our apple press. Just bring your apples, something to put all the delicious juice in and have a go!
FREE activity. No Castle admission required.
Access: step-free
Language: English
Spooky Scarecrow Trail
Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, 10am–4pm
The Castle has been overrun by mischievous scarecrows! They’re lurking in every corner, sneaking into dark nooks, and waiting to surprise you. Some are silly, some are spooky, some are famous, and a few are downright terrifying. Track them all down and uncover a mysterious prize!
Take part using a smart phone. Self-led activity.
£2.50 per child plus normal admission fees apply.
Access: stepped access
Language: bilingual Welsh/English
Creepy Mill: A haunted house experience!
Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, 11am to 5pm (last admission 4.30pm)
The Tidal Mill is back for another year of spooky scares! Are you brave enough to make your way through the dark, haunted Mill all decorated for Halloween? Watch out for things that might be lurking in the gloom…
Included FREE with a normal admission ticket.
Recommended age 4+ (parental discretion advised), children must be supervised at all times.
Access: stepped access
Language: bilingual Welsh/English
The Storymaster’s Tales: The Castle of Blood
Sunday 25, Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 October, 1pm
Join this chilling fantasy adventure for Halloween. Created and performed by international best-selling immersive author and games designer Oliver McNeil of The Storymaster’s Tales. This brilliant family fantasy show includes audience participation that will change the course and outcome of the quests.
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 here.
Please note that normal Castle admission fees also apply for all adults and children and must be paid on the day.
Access: Wheelchair access may not be available, please check with venue prior to booking.
Language: English
Family-friendly Halloween Ghost Tour
Tuesday 27, Wednesday 28, Thursday 29 and Friday 30 October 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Join a family-friendly spooky tour of the Castle. Keep your eyes peeled as you listen to stories of ghostly sightings; you never know what you might see…
£9 Adult, £7 Child. Ages 5 +
BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here
Tickets non-refundable. Tour does not include daytime admission to the Castle.
Wear warm/waterproof clothing, bring a torch. Arrive 10 minutes prior to tour.
Access: stepped access
Language: English-led with some Welsh
Room on the Broom: Storytelling Workshop
Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October, 11am and 2pm
Gather round for an enchanting storytelling adventure with a playful twist! Settle by the crackling fire as Carew’s very own friendly witch brings Julia Donaldson’s beloved tale Room on the Broom to life with magical props and lively storytelling. Join in the fun by crafting your own magic wand and mixing a potion to cast a real spell! Will you soar through the skies or turn your brother into a frog? Let your imagination take flight in this spellbinding session!
Recommended for ages 4 – 8.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here
£5 per child. This is an additional activity: please note that normal Castle admission fees also apply for all adults and children and must be paid on the day.
1 hour session. Children must be accompanied.
Tickets are non-refundable. Wear warm clothing.
Access: stepped access
Language: English
Needle-Felting Workshop: Brooch Making
Tuesday 3 November, 4.30pm – 6.30pm
Join us for a cosy and creative needle-felting workshop and learn how to make your very own hand-felted brooch! Perfect for beginners, this festive session is a wonderful way to unwind, try something new, and create a beautiful wearable piece of art.
You will learn basic needle-felting techniques and be guided step-by-step as you design and craft your own unique brooch. Whether you choose a seasonal motif, a floral flourish, or something totally personal, you’ll leave with a finished accessory ready to wear or gift to someone special.
£25 with tea/coffee and homemade cake included.
Tickets are non-refundable. Suitable for age 12+
BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here
Held at Nest Tearoom, in Carew Castle Walled Garden.
Access: step-free
Language: English
Christmas Rag Wreath Making
Tuesday 10 November, 4.30pm – 6.30pm
Add a touch of handmade charm to your home this season with our cosy Rag Wreath Making Workshop! Join us for a creative afternoon where you’ll learn how to turn simple fabric scraps into a stunning decorative wreath bursting with colour and personality.
No experience is needed; our friendly instructor will guide you through each step, from choosing your materials to arranging your wreath just the way you like it. Whether you’re crafting for your front door, a festive display, or a thoughtful gift, you’ll leave with a unique piece that’s all your own.
£25 with tea/coffee and homemade cake included.
Tickets are non-refundable. Suitable for age 12+
BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here
Held at Nest Tearoom, in Carew Castle Walled Garden.
Access: step-free
Language: English
An Introduction to Calligraphy
Tuesday 17 November, 4.30pm – 6.30pm
Explore the fascinating process of crafting your very own quill from a goose feather. Discover the secrets of medieval ink-making as you grind oak galls to make ink, then learn the timeless art of calligraphy.
Discover the wonder of how parchment was made and the critical role of scribes and illuminators in preserving history, all while soaking in the festive atmosphere of the season.
£25 with tea/coffee and homemade cake included.
Tickets are non-refundable. Suitable for age 12+
BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here
Held at Nest Tearoom, in Carew Castle Walled Garden.
Access: step-free
Language: English
Christmas Needle Felting Workshop
Tuesday 24 November, 4.30pm – 6.30pm
Come along to a Christmas needle-felting workshop and get into the Christmas spirit while learning a new craft! Perfect for beginners.
You will learn basic needle-felting techniques whilst creating beautiful Christmas decorations to hang on your Christmas tree or gift to friends and family.
During the 2 hour session we will teach you how to needle-felt and be on hand to provide support and guidance whilst you create your own festive designs.
£25 with tea/coffee and homemade cake included.
Tickets are non-refundable. Suitable for age 12+
BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here
Held at Nest Tearoom, in Carew Castle Walled Garden.
Access: step-free
Language: English
