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Events
There are special events throughout the year; from medieval Jousting, midsummer evenings with Shakespeare, a Medieval Mêlée at the height of the summer to a scary Hallowe'en and an evocative Victorian Christmas. |
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11/09/10
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25/09/2010 - 26/09/2010
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Events 2010
The Castle, its history, decoration and its people are the inspiration for this year's programme. Dramatic large scale re-enactments, hands-on craft activities, animation workshops, fascinating lectures by scintillating guest speakers, together with special appearances by the Romans, medieval knights, William Burges and Queen Victoria herself will make 2010 a year to remember.
Highlights include:
| 1-2 July | Open Air Theatre - The Tempest |
| 8 August | A right Royal Picnic at Cardiff Castle |
| 14-15 August | Grand Medieval Mêlée |
| 11 September | Victorian Day |
| 25 - 26 Sept | Great British Cheese Festival |
| 30 - 31 Oct | Hallowe'en |
| 7-9 / 12-14 Dec | Victorian Christmas Tours |
Pre- booking for our events is strongly recommended. Many events sell out in advance so
don't delay and call the Ticket Office.
Tel: 029 2087 8100
Important information for Cardiff Castle Pass Holders
Due to special events taking place in Cardiff Castle grounds, please note that your Cardiff Castle Pass will not be valid on the following dates:
- Saturday 26 June: Armed Forces Day before 12noon
- Sunday 27 June: Polo in the Castle
- Saturday and Sunday 25 - 26 September: Great British Cheese Festival
Special discount for Pass Holders will be available for the Great British Cheese Festival on the day.
North Gate
Due to special events taking place in the Cardiff Castle grounds, please note that the North Gate entrance will be closed on the following days:
- Saturday 26 June: Armed Forces Day
- Sunday 27 June: Polo in the Castle
- Thursday 1 July: The Tempest
- Sunday 8 August: Picnic in the Castle
- Friday - Sunday 24 - 26 September: Great British Cheese Festival
ID: 379 Last updated: 29/6/2010
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