Penrhyn Castle - National Trust

This enormous 19th-century neo-Norman castle sits between Snowdonia and the Menai Strait.

It's crammed with fascinating items, such as a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria, elaborate carvings, plasterwork and mock-Norman furniture. In addition, it has an outstanding collection of paintings.

The restored Victorian kitchens are a delight and the stable block houses a fascinating industrial railway museum, a model railway museum and a superb dolls' museum.

The 24.3 hectares (60 acres) of grounds include parkland, an exotic tree and shrub collection as well as a Victorian walled garden.

Don't miss:
- Enjoy majestic views of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait.
- Explore the castle and see lavishly furnished state rooms.
- Roam the extensive grounds, forest, or exotic gardens.
- Wander round the industrial railway-, model railway- and the dolls’ museum.
- Take pleasure in altering exhibitions.
- See behind the scenes with our hidden tours.
- Discover the history of the Pennant family and their link to sugar and slate.