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Street Food Circus rolls into Caldicot Castle with “The Big Banquet”
2024-06-01 11:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-02 11:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
Roll Up.. Roll Up..
Street Food Circus rolls into Caldicot Castle with “The Big Banquet”
Expect the Greatest Street Food On Earth delicious dishes from around the World all served up by a Nomadic caravan of celebrated street food chefs. With long table banquet dining in a fun festival atmosphere.
Welcome to the wonderful, colourful world of Street Food Circus.

24th -27th May
31st May – 2nd June

Tickets: £5+BF (Kids Go Free)
*A Dog Friendly Event

Ministry of Sound Classical at Caldicot Castle
2024-06-07
Ministry Of Sound Classical brings the Ibiza vibes to Caldicot Castle for summer 2024! Plus special guests Seb Fontaine and K-Klass.

This ain’t no DJ set! Ministry of Sound Classical takes on the very best tunes hand-picked from dance music history and recreated in a breathtaking performance by an incredible 31-piece orchestra.

Take a break from the ordinary and immerse yourself in the extraordinary with Ministry of Sound Classical.

Tickets go LIVE on Friday the 8th December at 10am, set your reminder now!

Join us on Saturday 8 th June at Caldicot Castle for a special live summer performance with British punk/rock icons, The Stranglers!
2024-06-08 18:00 - 22:00
As they celebrate their 50th year anniversary and we celebrate Caldicot’s 50 years of town status, this will be a glittering golden celebration that Caldicot will never forget! The Stranglers will also be joined on the by friends, Buzzcocks. – Tickets go on sale December 1stat 10am – Set your alarms and get ready!

Caldicot Castle Guided Tour
2024-06-26 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-07-31 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-28 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-25 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-30 14:00 - 15:00
About
Caldicot Castle Guided Tour
Come and join us at Caldicot Castle for a unique insight into the fascinating and chequered history of one of Wales most beautiful castles.
Please note that due to popularity, tickets must be booked beforehand.
Our tour is led by local expert Pauline Heywood who has spent years studying the castle and its remarkable family history. Pauline will take you on a journey into the past and share with you some of the fascinating facts that are unique to Caldicot Castle. The tour will also point out some of the most interesting features in the castle buildings and may even tell you where you are most likely to see our resident ghost!
Duration: Tour lasts 1 hour
When: The last Wednesday of every month (except May), at 2pm.
Where : Tours start under the marquee within the castle grounds.
Cost: £2 per person
Suitable for: Adults and children of school age (accompanied by adults). Most of the tour is on flat ground, but there are some grass areas and chippings in parts.

999 Emergency Services Day
2024-07-07 10:00 - 17:00
Caldicot Town Team present a fantastic 999 Emergency Services Day is back for 2024 at Caldicot Castle!
This event is always popular as you can meet and greet with all of the emergency services, have pictures taken with emergency vehicles and even get to play with the sirens!
Held on Sunday 7th July from 10am until 5pm in the glorious grounds of Caldicot Castle and Country park, don’t forget to visit the towers and see inside the Castle.
Stay with us throughout the day and enjoy displays, good food and fun activities.
Entry is £2 per person, you can book online here to save time on the day.

Dubs at the Castle 2024
2024-07-18 - 2024-07-21
Dubs at the Castle 2024 is a fun-filled family camping weekend, brought to you by VW enthusiasts, whose passion and love for Volkswagens helps to bring you a VW experience like no other. Whether your new to the VW scene or a seasoned professional, DATC creates a special atmosphere for all the family to enjoy.
Throughout the weekend there are Live Bands, Traders, Club Displays, the ever popular Old Skool Bike Competition and of course, Show ‘n Shine. Children’s activities and a great selection of food stalls help to keep the little ones happy while you spend your time admiring the wonderful array of Volkswagens on display. Set in the beautiful grounds of Caldicot Castle, DATC is a firm favourite in the VW calendar.
We look forward to welcoming all our loyal supporters who return year after year, whilst extending an extra special Welsh welcome, ‘croeso’ to our new visitors.

DATE: 19 July 2024 – 21 July 2024

* Any camper is welcome (not just VW).
The site will be entrance by ticket holder only!
Click here to buy tickets

Little Explorer’s Club Nature Trail
2024-07-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-30 11:00 - 12:00
Let your children become Little Explorer’s with a one hour exploration session around Caldicot Castle Country Park. Tickets are £2 per child (adults don’t need to book).
Start point: Caldicot Castle drawbridge
On the nature trail there’ll be bug hunting, bird & wildlife spotting, exploring and bush tucker talk.
Each child will be provided with a Little Explorer’s Club gilet and hat, and a bag with explorer’s equipment (all returnable at the end of the session)
Each child will receive a printed tick sheet for bugs, birds and wildlife to record what they have seen and for them to take away.
At the end of each session, each child will receive a personalised ‘Summer Of Fun Little Explorer’s Club’ certificate of participation and a 3D bug sticker sheet to take away as mementos.
Times (11am – midday)
Terms & conditions
For ages 3 – 7
One adult required for every two children (adults do not need to book)
The walk will be supervised by one Caldicot Castle staff member
Maximum group size 10 children
Pre-booking required
No refunds available

MonLife Climbing Wall - Caldicot Castle
2024-07-26 11:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-02 11:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-09 11:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-30 11:00 - 16:00
Are you and your family up for a challenge? We are excited to share with you, this summer we welcome a mobile climbing tower, courtesy of MonLife Outdoor Adventure – Gilwern Outdoor Education Centre!
The wall will be here at Caldicot Castle on July 26th, August 2nd, 9th and 30th!
Ideal for children 7+ due to equipment size, we advise wearing loose clothing and sturdy footwear (no crocs, sandals or sliders!). Trained staff will be here to support you and your family as you climb! You will be able to put your name down on the day to secure a slot!

Fords At the Castle 2024
2024-08-04 11:00 - 16:00
Come to Caldicot Castle for “Fords at the Castle” a family fun day out celebrating everything Fords. Walk in entry is free for spectators to view 100+ Ford cars.
More info : https://www.welshford.com/fordsatthecastle

Caldicot Castle Summer Fayre
2024-08-10 10:00 - 16:00
Head on down to Caldicot Castle for a fantastic family friendly Summer Fayre. Hosted in the fields of the beautiful Country Park around the castle, it’s a market not to miss with independent producers, talented crafters, artisan makers and some tasty surprises!
Entry is free!

Visit of the SCA Principality of Insulae Draconis
2024-08-16 - 2024-08-18
This August Caldicot Castle welcomes the SCA Principality of Insulae Draconis to the castle where they will be indulging their love of historical hobbies.
You may see members practicing equestrian games, pageantry, armoured combat tournaments, archery and medieval craft skills.
Whilst this is a private booking (visitors will not be able to take part), members of the public are very welcome to come along and watch. The castle tearoom will be open as usual.
(Please note large sections of the castle and country ark will be off-limits from the 15th -18th August due to this)

Kanine Karnival
2024-09-15 10:00 - 17:00
Come one, come all to our Family Fun Day extravaganza! It’s a day packed with activities and entertainment for everyone in the family, including your beloved fur babies.
Includes:

Shopping Stalls
Food Stalls
Dog Shows
Music

FOR INFORMATION ON PARKING, ACCESS, COSTS AND MORE CLICK HERE

Escaped Alive - Coming to Caldicot Castle!!
2024-10-23 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-10-24 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-10-25 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-10-26 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-10-27 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-10-30 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-10-31 18:30 - 21:30
Coming to Caldicot Castle!! We are taking the fear factor to the next level in 2024 and you can expect to get your adrenaline racing!? Expect a terrifying experience packed with scary surprises and terror lurking around every shadowy corner. ?With ….

EXTREME ACTORS
SCARE MAZES
HORROR FILMS
GREAT FOOD AND MUCH MORE! ?

We are inviting you to take a risk to see if you can ESCAPE ALIVE! ?

23rd October – 2nd November
From £17.50pp

There will be family friendly and adult slots.
