Time Traveller’s Quest
Daily from Saturday 2 May – Sunday 31 May, 10am-4pm
Step into the past and embark on an adventure through the ages! Join our Time Traveller’s Quest – a thrilling treasure hunt that takes you through time from the Iron Age to the Medieval and Elizabethan eras, and even into WW2. Uncover the secrets within Carew Castle’s ancient walls as you journey through history.
Perfect for families and curious explorers of all ages – history has never been this exciting!
Take part using a smart phone. Self-led activity.
£2.50 per child. Normal admission fees apply.
Access: stepped access
Language: bilingual Welsh/English
Carew Castle Car Show
Monday 4 May, 10am – 3pm
A highlight in our calendar every year! Admire the finest classic and vintage cars, motorbikes, and military vehicles from across south Wales. Many other fun activities for families make this a great day out!
Show may not go ahead in wet weather.
Normal Castle admission fees apply, show included with normal ticket price.
Access: step-free, uneven surfaces.
Tidal Mill: Free after three!
Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May, 3pm – 4.30pm
To celebrate National Mills Weekend Carew Tidal Mill is offering free admission from 3pm on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May 2026! If you have walked around the Millpond but never been inside the iconic building, why not pop in for free to learn more about the only in-tact Tidal Mill in Wales?
Last admission 4.30pm, closes 5pm.
Does not include free admission to Castle.
Access: stepped access
Language: bilingual Welsh/English
Bowlore: Legends of Bow and Blade
Sunday 24 – Tuesday 26 May, 10am – 4pm
The spectacular archers and knights of Bowlore, are back with their medieval encampment for death-defying sword fighting, awesome archery and armour displays. Take part in Sword School, Have-a-Go Archery and handle an authentic medieval sword and other weaponry.
Normal admission fees apply plus small CASH charge for some activities.
Access: step-free, uneven surfaces
Language: English
Launch of the Giant Trebuchet
Wednesday 27 May, 2.30pm
Join us as we count down and launch our Giant Trebuchet, a huge medieval catapult used to attack Castles. Watch as this ingenious and powerful weapon of siege is unleashed, see the power of medieval engineering in action. Learn how huge stones were flung with enough force to breach the strongest of fortifications. Other things that were flung included plagued bodies, rotting animal carcasses, and burning tar!
Bring the whole family for a fun, educational experience.
Included FREE with normal admission charge.
Access: uneven surfaces
Language: English
Night Bat Walk
Wednesday 27 May and Thursday 23 July, 8.45pm
As dusk falls, join us for an exclusive evening walk around the grounds of Carew Castle, discover the hidden life that emerges after dark and learn why this historic site is such an important haven for bats. With the help of a bat detector, you’ll be able to listen in on these elusive nocturnal creatures as they flit through the twilight, feeding on insects and navigating the night skies. This is a rare chance to get up close to some of our most fascinating and misunderstood wildlife, guided by an expert who will bring their secret world to life.
£10 per person
Spaces are limited and booking is essential: Book here
Tickets are non-refundable.
Sorry, no dogs on this event. Children must be accompanied. Meet at Carew Castle shop in the Walled Garden. Please wear warm clothing, sturdy footwear and bring a torch.
Access: uneven surfaces
Language: English
Hands-On: Weapons and Armour
Wednesday 27, Thursday 28 and Friday 29 May, 10.30am – 11.30am
Join our Weapons and Armour handling drop-in session. Try on shiny armour, lift a mighty battle shield and long sword. Maybe even learn a few sword fighting moves! Perfect for kids and families, it’s a hands-on adventure where you can explore, play, and strike a heroic pose for a photo!
Drop in session included FREE with normal admission ticket.
Children must be supervised at all times. Please note: real weapons will be used.
Access: location may vary – please check with venue prior to attending
Language: English-led with some Welsh
Find the Key!
Whitsun: 28 and 29 May
Shh… lots of keys are hiding in the Castle, but only one will open the treasure chest! Can you be the clever adventurer who finds the lucky key and reveals the magical reward inside?
Meet your guide at the Castle gatehouse at 3pm, then hunt and explore your way through the Castle on this exciting quest. Your treasure is waiting…
Included FREE with normal admission charge.
Access: step-free
Language: English
Hooray for Herbs!
Thursday 28 May and Friday 29 May, 2.30pm – 3.30pm
A chance for children and families to discover the wonderful world of herbs! Enjoy a short tour of our herb beds, tasting and smelling as you go. Gather all the herby ingredients you will need to make toothpaste, lemon balm tea and a ‘nose gay’, a sweet-scented posy of fresh herbs and flowers.
This activity lasts approximately 1 hour.
Activity is FREE with normal Castle admission ticket.
Access: step-free
Language: English
Magical Makes with Whimsical Wildlings
Friday 29 and Saturday 30 May, 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. Card payments accepted, cash preferred.
No need to book – just drop in and get crafting!
Normal Castle admission also applies.
Access: step-free
Language: English
