Museums & Castles

Caldicot Castle is set in beautiful tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home, the castle has a romantic and colourful history.

You can immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the castle's exciting past with an easy-to-use audio guide, available in English and Welsh.  Explore the medieval towers and take in the breath-taking views from the battlements. Enjoy a leisurely game of chess or draughts, using giant playing pieces, or relax in the gardens and grounds.

Visit Tots' Towers, where soft play and sturdy toys are available (in good weather) in a secure area of the castle lawn.  Suitable for babies and under fives.

At the Activity Station, children can colour in castle scenes, read picture books, and play with the giant Four in a Row set.

A traditional children's play area offers excitement and adventure for childen of all ages in a secure environment close to parking areas.

The Castle Shop stocks a range of high quality gifts, books, toys and souvenirs and the Tea Room serves light refreshments. The Country Park offers picnic tables, barbecue hearths and countryside walks in 55 acres of beautiful woodland and pasture.

An active programme of events and activities runs throughout the year. The site offers free parking and toilets and group and educational bookings are welcomed.

Caldicot Castle
Church Road
Caldicot
Monmouthshire  NP26 4HU
Tel 01291 420241
Fax 01291 435094
e-mail caldicotcastle@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Hours of opening:
April to October 11am to 5pm every day

Visit the Caldicot Castle website for further information and details of admission prices, events, bookings etc.