Powis Estates

23/09/2026

🎅 The Diary is OPEN - Father Christmas is Coming to Ludlow Castle! 🎅⤵️

🎅 The Diary is OPEN - Father Christmas is Coming to Ludlow Castle! 🎅

Tickets are now on sale to meet Father Christmas on the 5th-6th, 12th-13th and 19th-20th December, with bookable times throughout the day from 10am – 3.50pm.

Each child will enjoy a personalised visit to Father Christmas, with time for a photograph and a special gift to take home. Around the Castle there'll be Christmas trees, festive children's activities and seasonal refreshments to add to the atmosphere 🎄✨

For full details and to book, please visit our website:
https://www.ludlowcastle.com/events/meet-father-christmas/ See less

17/09/2026

🍂🌳 Firewood Straight from the Estate

Autumn is approaching, and now is a good time to prepare for the colder months ahead. 🍂🔥

Our quality air-dried hardwood logs are sourced directly from the Estate through our ongoing woodland management programme.

➡️ http://www.powis.org.uk/firewood-sales-powis-estates/

✅ Sustainably sourced from the Estate
✅ Quality air-dried hardwood logs
✅ Collection available
✅ Local delivery within 10 miles of Welshpool

As the seasons begin to turn and evenings grow cooler, locally sourced firewood offers a practical way to prepare for autumn and winter, while supporting the careful management of the Estate's woodlands. 🍂

17/09/2026

Details coming soon at Ludlow Castle! ⬇️

We know, we know… it’s only September.

But someone rather important has been making plans for a return to Ludlow Castle this December…

Meet Father Christmas is coming back for Christmas 2026. 🎄🏰

Full details (and tickets) coming very soon!

Do you want to be among the first to know when booking opens? Sign up to our email newsletter and we’ll send the news straight to your inbox.

👀 Or keep a close eye on this page…

11/09/2026

As Welshpool prepares to celebrate its history and heritage during the Visit Welshpool Open Doors weekend, we are pleased to support the organisations helping visitors discover the incredible history and character of the town and its surrounding landscape.

Powis Castle and Garden NT/YG Castell a Gardd Powis
Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway
Welshpool Town Council
Y Lanfa Library and Museum

Visitors using the permissive driveway through the Powis Estates Deer Park to walk or drive to Powis Castle and Garden NT/YG Castell a Gardd Powis may be fortunate enough to observe the deer as the annual rut gets underway.

Should you encounter any deer, please do admire them from a safe distance and avoid disturbing the herd. To help us protect both livestock and wildlife, we kindly remind all visitors that dogs are not permitted anywhere within the Deer Park.

Further details of this weekend's programme can be found at: https://visitwelshpool.org.uk/home

We wish all involved a successful and enjoyable heritage weekend!

📅 Happening tomorrow in Welshpool!

Welshpool Open Doors

📍 Various
🕒 9:00am

Find out more at visitwelshpool.org.uk/events

10/09/2026

🍴Ludlow Food Festival - 11th, 12th & 13th September 🍴

Ludlow Food Festival returns this weekend, hosted by Ludlow Castle, celebrating the rich food and drink heritage of the Marches in one of the country's most distinctive historic settings.

Now in its 32nd year, the festival continues to champion local producers, artisan makers and talented chefs. Visitors can enjoy live fire cooking demonstrations, explore more than 100 exhibitors and vendors, and take part in talks, workshops, food trails, feasts, family activities and evening entertainment.

Against the backdrop of the castle and the beautiful market town beyond, the festival offers a chance to discover the people, produce and traditions that shape this corner of the countryside.

🎟️ Find tickets and further information at Ludlow Food Festival

07/09/2026

🦌The Rutting Season Approaches 🦌

As we move towards autumn, the deer in our park are entering one of the most significant times of the year - the rutting season.

Between late September and early November, you may spot stags sparring with one another, testing their strength and establishing their place within the herd. Shorter days and changing seasonal conditions encourage increased movement within the herd, with males roaming more widely and paying close attention to the whereabouts of their competitors.

Please observe the deer quietly from a safe distance and give them the space they need during this important time of year 🦌.

For more information on the rutting season and deer behaviour visit The British Deer Society - Official

📷 Dave Evans

📍 Powis Estates Deer Park

07/09/2026

A quick reminder - Ludlow Castle closed for the Ludlow Food Festival ⬇️

A Little Reminder – Castle Closed for the Ludlow Food Festival

The Ludlow Food Festival team have moved in to start preparations for this weekend, so we are closed to visitors from today – reopening on Wednesday 16th September.

Book your tickets to the festival at www.ludlowfoodfestival.co.uk

28/08/2026

🌼 Bank Holiday Office Closure 🌼

Please note that the Estate Office will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday 31st August, and we will re-open on Tuesday 1st September.

Should you need to contact us, please leave a message or send us an email, and we will be in touch as soon as possible upon our return.

We hope everyone enjoys the long Bank Holiday weekend ☀️

26/08/2026

Supporting Jack in the Dragon's Back Race 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏃

From 7th -12th September, our Estate Director, Jack Tavernor, will once again take on the legendary Dragon's Back Race, one of world’s most demanding endurance events.

Covering approximately 380km over six days, with more than 16,000 metres of ascent, the race follows the mountainous spine of Wales from Conwy in the north to Cardiff in the south. It is a remarkable test of endurance, navigation and resilience, rooted firmly in the Welsh landscape and its rich heritage.

As a Welsh Estate, we are proud to support Jack as he returns to this event for a second time, having first taken part in the challenge two years ago.

Reflecting on his decision to return, Jack said:

"The Dragon's Back Race is unlike any other challenge I've experienced. The physical demands are considerable, but it is the privilege of travelling through the length of Wales on foot, seeing its landscapes change day by day, that stays with you long after the finish. I'm looking forward to returning and putting myself to the test once again."

We all wish Jack every success as he prepares to follow the backbone of Wales once more. Pob lwc, Jack!

20/08/2026

A tremendous achievement by all involved👏.

Thank you to the entire team whose hard work behind the scenes made Live At Ludlow Castle Ludlow Castle such a success.

It takes an incredible team to bring Live at Ludlow Castle to life. A huge thank you to everyone behind the scenes who made this year's series possible 🧡