At 11am on Thursday 18th June join renowned artist Nicky Philipps as she walks you through the various stages of painting a still life. She will explain the initial set up, how to plan the best use of light, including how it will dictate shadows to create form, and discuss composition. Nicky will have up to 2 hours to paint, ... Read More
Join us on Saturday 20th June for rare evening access to Picton Castle & Gardens! The castle will be open from 5pm - 6pm, with the gardens staying open until 9pm. From 7pm enjoy live flamenco music from Llewellin Duo in the Courtyard. Get and our grounds from 5pm for half price admission. This event is free for all season pass ... Read More
The Picton Landscape Challenge, in association with the Fishguard Arts Society will take place on June 21st The competition is open to everyone, and competitors have four and a half hours to complete a piece of art within Picton Castle’s Gardens. Artists should bring along their own materials and, ideally, a folding chair and easel. Entry to the competition costs ... Read More
Since 2022, our Heritage Volunteers have been carefully recording, cleaning, and repairing the books housed in the circular Library at Picton Castle The Library’s remarkable collection of 17th, 18th and 19th-century books forms an important part of Pembrokeshire’s heritage. To date, more than 2,000 books have been cleaned and recorded. As they worked, the volunteers uncovered a number of fascinating ... Read More
Spend a day in the magical woodlands and gardens that surround Picton Castle, in a deeply healing and restorative retreat that connects you through direct experience with the healing wisdom found in the natural world. Revitalise your energies, learn how to naturally lower stress levels, and feel a sense of balance and harmony within, in a workshop that brings together ... Read More
A relaxed evening of late-night opening of the gardens especially for season pass holders and their guests. Explore the gardens at your leisure on a summer. Why not bring a picnic or book a meal at Maria's? Season pass holders may bring a guest with them and all attendees will receive a complementary glass of prossecco or soft drink, (subsequent ... Read More
Come and join us for a pawfect day out at the Picton Castle & Gardens Dog Show! Enjoy Kennel Club and novelty approved classes of the finest and friendliest dogs Pembrokeshire has to offer. Dog owners and spectators alike can enjoy cream teas, craft stalls, and old-fashioned fete games, including Welly Wanging, Hook A Duck, and Hoopla. Dogs will ... Read More
Calling all young explorers! Join us every Wednesday this August for a day filled with a variety of exciting outdoor adventures for children, in collaboration with Pembrokeshire Bookfest. Story Time At 10:30 am, settle in for story time surrounded by nature, as the Butterfly House — by Harry Woodgate — is read under the shade of our Western Red Cedar ... Read More
Join us to discover beautifully preserved classic cars parked outside the stunning backdrop of Picton Castle. Throughout the day, car enthusiasts will have the exciting opportunity to explore legendary cars and speak to the passionate owners and drivers of Pembrokeshire Classic Cars. The cars will arrive on the castle forecourt, in front of the main castle entrance from 10:30 am. ... Read More
Join us for an exclusive tour of the gardens with the Head Gardener, Roddy. Explore and learn about the tips and techniques that bring this beautiful RHS Partner Garden to life. On the tour, you will be guided around the garden and given tips to bring back to your own. Learn how the garden evolves and changes throughout the seasons, ... Read More
