Picton Castle

Picton Castle has been the historic home of the Philipps family who are direct descendents of Sir John Wogan who built the castle over 850 years ago.

The Castle

Picton Castle is a most unusual ancient building in design, being half fortified manor house and half fully-developed medieval castle. From the outside with its four symmetrically spaced half round towers and gatehouse entrance flanked by two narrower towers it looks like a miniature version of a great Edwardian Castle such as Conwy in North Wales. However as soon as one enters inside it is revealed not to have an inner courtyard and keep but rather a series of finely planned rooms typical of the grand country house that it is. There is no other building quite like it in Britain.

The Gallery

The Picton Art Gallery is arguably one of the best art gallery spaces in South Wales and hosts a variety of high quality art exhibitions throughout the summer months.

The 'New Gallery' is an opportunity to view and purchase works by artists in Pembrokeshire and beyond, many of whom have exhibited their work at Picton Castle.

The Gardens

Part of the Royal Horticultural Society Regional Garden Scheme they are home to a feast of Rhododendrons, Embothrium and Eucryphia.

The Woodland Gardens burst with colour during the spring with blankets of wild flowers blended with beautiful shrubs from all corners of the world. In the summer the restored walled garden with its enchanting fountain and fernery is a haven of tranquillity.

The Courtyard

The Courtyard is the hub of activity with Maria's Mediterranean licensed restaurant serving delicious home cooked food, after which a visit to the Castle gift shop. Follow this up with a trip to the children's art room and the adventure playground.

Walks and Tours

There are guided tours of the Castle, which still retains much of its original character.

With over 40 acres of gardens open to the public there is extensive woodland and there are garden walks to be had.

Further Information

For further information, please see the official Picton Castle web site, contact the Castle on 01437 751369, or email info@pictoncastle.co.uk.