Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle is a massive 19th century neo-Norman castle, built for the wealthy Pennant family. It is crammed with fascinating things including a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria. It houses one of the best art collections in Wales, including paintings by Rembrandt, Gainsborough and Canaletto. The castle´s interiors are decorated with elaborate carvings, hand-made wallpapers and stained glass, and its furniture collection with many original pieces, and designed by Thomas Hopper. In the stable block are an Industrial Railway Museum, Model Railway Museum and the Doll Museum, with over 500 dolls from around the world.
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Penrhyn Castle,
Bangor,
Gwynedd
LL57 4HN
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Information on Penrhyn Castle, Bangor
| Opening Times: | 19 Mar to 30 Jun, 1 Sep to 2 Nov, Wed to Mon 12:00-17:00, 1 Jul to 31 Aug, Wed to Mon 11:00-17:00. |
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| Admission: | NT Members Free. See NT website for admission prices. |
| Location: | One mile east of Bangor, at Llandygai on A5122. Signposted from junction 11 of A55 and A5. |
| Facilities: |
Full Disabled Access,
Sales Point,
Shop,
Cafe,
Refreshments,
Parking Availability |
| Events 2008: |
There is a wide programme of exhibitions and events. Please telephone for details |