What’s On at Oystermouth Castle

Following a busy spring, Oystermouth Castle enters its peak season, with a varied programme exciting activities for families, history lovers and anyone looking for a truly unique day out.

🧸 Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Monday 25 May, 11am – 3pm
Bring your favourite teddy (or borrow one at the castle!) and enjoy storytelling, singing, bear hunts and picnic fun. Don’t forget your blanket!

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Teddy Bears at Oystermouth Castle

🧚 Enchanted Fairy Trail

Saturday 18 July, 11am – 4pm
Dress up and step into a magical world! Children follow a sparkling trail through the castle and woodland, meeting fairies and elves along the way.

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Enchanted Fairy Trail 2026

👑 Prince and Princess Day

Monday 31 August, 11am – 4pm
The castle’s most popular event, featuring character appearances, games, storytelling, bubbles, sing‑alongs and photo opportunities with your favourite princesses. Special performances at 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm.

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Princesses at Oystermouth Castle

🎒 Free After School Castle Visits School Days 3 - 5pm

Swansea primary school children can visit Oystermouth Castle free of charge during term time when accompanied by a paying adult.
Things to remember:

  • Children must be wearing their school uniform
  • Castle open until 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
  • Children under 5 always go free

It’s a great way to turn the school run into an adventure, climb towers, explore hidden rooms and enjoy time exploring our heritage.

📍Free Guided Tours

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, 11.30am 

Discover the castle's rich history with expert volunteer led tours free with cost of admission. Explore the castle’s history of medieval kings, knights and the white lady herself, Lady Alina de Braose, as you’re guided through hidden vaults and admire 14th century artwork.

Tour Guides at Oystermouth Castle

🤝 Friends of Oystermouth Castle – Update

After a bumper start to the season, welcoming over 2,000 visitors into the Castle over Easter, the Friends of Oystermouth Castle are going from strength to strength in supporting Swansea Council to manage this iconic monument. With 70 volunteers at the helm, there is a role for everyone at the Castle that ranges from welcoming visitors, supporting a regular programme of events to offering guided tours to schools and other organisations.

This year, the Friends have undertaken many projects to enhance the safety and presentation of the Castle to include, making changes to the North Keep, adding additional rope handrails to the battlements and making sure that there is an attractive and well merchandised shop for souvenirs and gifts.
Swansea Council work with the Friends to deliver ongoing conservation work to maintain the monument ensuring it remains accessible for future generations.

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Oystermouth Castle is open 7 days a week, from 11am - 5pm (4.30pm last entry).