
Powis Castle Autumn Colours
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Perched high on a rock above the world-famous garden terraces, Powis Castle, originally built circa 1200, began life as the medieval fortress of the Welsh Princes of Powys, who held onto their kingdom despite the threats of their more powerful neighbours in Gwynedd and England.
In 1587, Powis Castle was sold to Sir Edward Herbert who created the romantic long gallery, which is richly decorated with the coats of arms of his ancestors. In 1784, the marriage of Lady Henrietta Herbert and Edward Clive, son of Robert Clive, the conqueror of India, combined the Powis and Clive estates.
Today, the medieval Castle contains one of the finest collections of paintings and furniture in Wales. It was originally built by Welsh Princes and was then the ancestral home of the Herberts and Clives. The beautiful collection of treasures from India is displayed in the Clive Museum.
The Castle & Gardens have been remodelled and embellished over more than 400 years and reflect the changing needs and ambitions of the Herbert family - each generation adding to the magnificent collection of paintings, sculpture, furniture and tapestries.
In the early 20th Century, the 4th Earl of Powis and his wife, Lady Violet, redecorated much of the castle and brought the garden back to life, introducing new varieties from all over the world.
The world-famous garden, overhung with clipped yews, shelters rare and tender plants is laid out under the influence of Italian and French styles. It retains its original lead statues and an orangery on the terraces.
Opening Details
Open all the time
See website for opening times.
Prices
2020 Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets):
Adult £15.80 (£14.20)
Child £7.90 (£7.10)
Family 2 + 2 £39.50 (£35.50), Family 1 + 2 £23.70 (£21.30)
Address
Welshpool,
Powys,
SY21 8RF
Location and nearby places
Directions
Map reference: SJ 217065 Lat: 52.65056 Long: -3.15882
From the A483 roundabout south of Welshpool (junction with A458 & A490), take the A458 to Welshpool; driveway to Castle on left.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 1 mile from Welshpool station
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Facilities for educational visits
German signs/guides
Gift shop
Italian signs/guides
National Trust Property
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Spanish signs/guides
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Electric car charging point
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Guided tours for individuals
Guided tours for groups
Smoking not allowed