Events for the whole family
What's On at Eastnor Castle
Enjoy a variety of events and activities held in the grounds throughout the year!
Enjoy our spectacular selection of events and activities at Eastnor Castle, all included in your entrance price.* From medieval re-enactments to animal encounters, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy at our historic castle.
Journey back in time and experience the glory of the Herefordshire countryside with a family day out at Eastnor Castle.
Scroll down to discover our 2026 events.
*Excludes Deer Park events.
every visit is different
A fun and exciting event or activity included in your entrance price
Sun 3rd May - Mon 4th May
Eastnor ChilliFest
A super-hot celebration of all things chilli! Stalls, music, entertainment & lots more!
LIMITED PRE-BOOKED ONLINE TICKETS ONLY
Sat 16th May
Blue Tit’s 40th Birthday Party
DEER PARK EVENT
Hosted by Instagram’s own @overintherover, this huge Land Rover festival brings together enthusiasts, explorers, and adventurers from across the country. This festival is for the classic Land Rover lovers, overlanders, adventures and is also a fun family day out. This is more than just a car show… it’s a festival for the car community, built around fun and sillyness.
Sun 24th May - Mon 25th May
Eastnor Steam & Vintage
Enjoy a nostalgic family day out at Eastnor and see an impressive line-up of steam engines!
LIMITED PRE-BOOKED ONLINE TICKETS ONLY
Tue 26th May - Thu 28th May
Pirates of Eastnor
Pirate-themed arts & crafts… eye patches optional!
Sun 31st May
Family Fun Day
Family fun with garden games and a zip-wire on the Valley Lawn
Age 8 or over. Min height 115cm. Min weight 25kg. Max weight 120kg.
Mon 1st Jun
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 7th Jun
Birds of Prey Displays
Spectacular static and flying Birds of Prey displays on the Valley Lawn.
Mon 8th Jun
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 14th Jun
Summer Silliness
Circus workshops & garden games – fun for the whole family!
Sun 21st Jun
Supercars at the Castle
Come along and see an exciting array of Supercars lined up in the Castle Courtyard! Organised by Mobo Group.
Please kindly note that in the event of very wet weather, some vehicles may not be able to attend, or may leave early.
Mon 22nd Jun
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 28th Jun
Animal Encounters
See and learn about a fascinating range of exotic animals!
Mon 29th Jun
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 5th Jul
Archery
‘Have-a-go’ Archery sessions for adults and children.
Mon 6th Jul
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 12th Jul
Nature Re-wilding Day
Join the Herefordshire Wildlife Trust for a day of rewilding with seed planting, pollinator trails and nature bingo. Also, try your hand at making insect homes and bird feeders!
Sun 19th Jul - Thu 23rd Jul
Dragons of the Lost Land
SUMMER OF FUN WEEK 1
** BRAND NEW EVENT FOR 2026 **
Meet the Dragons of the Lost Land. More event information coming soon!
Sun 26th Jul - Thu 30th Jul
Circus Skills
SUMMER OF FUN WEEK 2
Clown around with Thomas Trilby! Interactive circus fun throughout the day!
Sun 2nd Aug - Thu 6th Aug
Wildplay
SUMMER OF FUN WEEK 3
Have fun with the Mud Kitchen, bug hunting, den building & rope trails.
Wed 5th Aug - Sun 9th Aug
Lakefest
DEER PARK EVENT
The magical music festival returns with five days of fun for the whole family.
Sun 9th Aug - Thu 13th Aug
Animal Encounters
SUMMER OF FUN WEEK 4
See and learn about a fascinating range of exotic animals!
Sun 16th Aug - Thu 20th Aug
Make & Take – Air Dried Pottery
SUMMER OF FUN WEEK 5
Join Eastnor Pottery to design and model a work of art to take home!
Thu 20th Aug - Sun 23rd Aug
Malverns Classic
DEER PARK EVENT
A family friendly festival celebrating mountain biking, both old and new. A packed schedule of racing and entertainment for all ages with all the latest brands on display.
Sun 23rd Aug - Thu 27th Aug
Dino UpROAR
SUMMER OF FUN WEEK 6
Travel back in time with a life-like walking, roaring T-Rex! Shows throughout the day.
Sun 30th Aug - Mon 31st Aug
Woodvilles Medieval Living History Camp
Join ‘The Woodvilles’ for an interactive living history show and displays with cooking, crafts and combat.
Sat 5th Sep
Firework Champions
DEER PARK EVENT
A family event – 4 of the UK’s top firework companies fire 10-minute displays to music.
Sun 6th Sep
Family Fun Day
Family fun with garden games and a zip-wire on the Valley Lawn!
Age 8 or over. Min height 115cm. Min weight 25kg. Max weight 120kg.
Mon 7th Sep
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 13th Sep
Birds of Prey Displays
Spectacular static and flying Birds of Prey displays on the Valley Lawn.
Mon 14th Sep
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 20th Sep
Woodland Pursuits
Join the Herefordshire Wildlife Trust for some Woodland activities and a fairy door trail!
Mon 21st Sep
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
Sun 27th Sep
End of Season Trail
Look for clues around the grounds on our last Sunday open day of the season!
Mon 28th Sep
Mellow Monday
Enjoy a tranquil day out at Eastnor.
“Just got back from our day out and I can safely say it’s now one of my fave places. Brilliant for kids & so dog friendly too. So many things to see and activities to do, we will definitely be returning soon!”
Things to see and do at Eastnor Castle
Eastnor Castle is a fun and interesting day out for the whole family.
A must-do on the list for all visitors to Eastnor Castle is to explore the castle.
Eastnor Castle is brimming with things to entertain children of all ages!
Spend some time discovering the marvellous grounds at Eastnor Castle.
a dog friendly venue
Dogs are always welcome at Eastnor Castle
Eastnor Castle is proud to be a dog friendly tourist attraction and one of the few historic houses where dogs are welcome to roam around the grounds and inside the castle.
incredible value
An Eastnor Castle Privilege Card gives you free admission for a whole year!
Upgrade your day tickets to an Eastnor Castle Privilege Card for free admission to Eastnor Castle for a whole year!
Tickets & pricing
Open on selected dates from Easter until the end of September
Eastnor Castle is open to visitors on selected dates from Easter until the end of September.
Plan your visit to Eastnor Castle and choose from a selection of different ticket options including family tickets. Book your tickets online for guaranteed entry.
Questions we often get asked about a day out at Eastnor Castle
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE TICKET PRICE?
All activities and events (excluding Deer Park events) are included within the price of your entrance ticket. Tickets can be purchased to explore the castle and grounds, or just the grounds.
DO WE NEED TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
We recommend booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your entrance. There are limited tickets available at the gate, with no guarantee of same-day availability on busy days. To book ahead, simply purchase your tickets here.
IS EASTNOR CASTLE SUITABLE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND PUSHCHAIRS?
Yes, the castle and grounds are accessible for all the family to enjoy. Click here to learn more about our accessibility. Please note that age restrictions may apply for certain activities.
IS THERE FOOD AND DRINK AVAILABLE AT EASTNOR CASTLE?
Yes, from our Castle Tea Room and Ice Cream Parlour. We also have a selection of drinks available from our Visitor Entrance.
IS PARKING AVAILABLE?
Yes, our car park is available for all visitors and is completely free of charge.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes, dogs are very welcome at Eastnor Castle. We are proud to be a dog-friendly tourist attraction and encourage you to bring your four-legged friends along on your next day out. Click here to learn more about our dog-friendly facilities.
ARE THERE DISCOUNTS OR ANNUAL PASSES?
Yes, we offer discounted prices for families, Historic House members and Blue Peter Badge holders. We also offer an Eastnor Castle Privilege Card which allows free entry for 12 months. Click here to find out more about our ticket prices.
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