Events and Things to do

Picton Castle Trust & Fishguard Arts Society – Landscape Challenge, 22nd June

We are delighted to host another year of the Landscape Challenge in association with the Fishguard Arts Society. All are welcome to enter. The competition entry fee is just £11, or £5 for season pass holders with 3 generous prizes to be won. Entrants can begin arriving from 10am, please bring your own materials; a folding chair and easel might also be handy. Creations must be completed by 2.30pm for judging. Artists David Tress will choose the winners. Visitors can enjoy seeing the artists work throughout the gardens then head to the courtyard at 3pm to see all the creations and find out who has won.

Wizard School -23rd, 30th July, 6th, 13th & 20th August

Over in our beautiful Bluebell Woods, our Woodland Wizard awaits you. Come along to for a fun filled family day, and you may even learn some magic spells. Come dressed up if you can – parents, grandparents and all the young at heart. This activity is included in your admission.

Civil War Re-enactment at Picton – 9th & 10th August

Join us for a thrilling weekend, enjoying the civil war re-enactment of the siege of Picton. With the Marquess of Winchester’s Regiment, enjoy exploring the living history followers camp and learn more about 17th century life and war.

Things To Do – available everyday

Nature Walk in Peep-in Woods

Take a stroll through Peep-in Woods on a family friendly nature walk and learn about the wildlife in these woods. We have brass plaques of animals along the walk to help you solve the nature puzzle. Capture your memories by making rubbings to take home with you.

Adventure Playground and Jungle Board Walk

Younger visitors will find lots to do in the exciting adventure play area and adjacent jungle garden. The jungle boardwalk allows children and adults to take an exciting journey through the Gunnera and woodland.

Geocaching

Geocaching is a type of worldwide online and real world treasure hunt. We have 4 caches in the gardens for you to find. You will need to download the geocache app onto your phone or other GPS enabled device and then can search out the treasure. They are disguised as simple items you might find in any woodland and inside you will be able to record your discovery and note on the website online if you wish.