Tretower Court and Castle

About the museum

Tretower Court and Castle stands in the village of Tretower near Crickhowell in Powys. The name means the place of the tower. The castle was built by Roger Picard II and is dominated by a massive circular tower.

Next to the castle stands the court, a medieval manor house created by Sir Roger Vaughan and his descendants. Today the great hall and other rooms on the lower and upper floors are furnished to show how the house might have looked at a feast in the 1460s, and a video presentation at the site introduces the story.

Across the castle green is a recreated 15th-century garden. Its white roses recall the Yorkist sympathies of the Vaughans in the Wars of the Roses.

The site is cared for by Cadw, the Welsh Government's historic environment service. It is licensed for civil ceremonies and can be hired for events and filming, and it hosts seasonal events such as markets and trails. School groups can book free self-led educational visits.

Highlights

• Furnished medieval court with a great hall set for a 1460s feast
• Massive circular castle tower
• Recreated 15th-century garden with white roses
• Audio tour and video presentation
• Seasonal family events such as trails and a winter market

Permanent exhibitions

• Tretower Court – Furnished rooms on two floors, including a great hall set as it might have been for a feast in the 1460s.
• Tretower Castle – The castle with its massive circular tower, which has steps and historic stonework.
• Recreated 15th-century garden – A garden across the castle green with white roses linked to Yorkist sympathies.

Operated by

Cadw

Admission & discounts

Prices listed for 1 September 2026 to 31 March 2027. Booking online gives a 5 per cent discount; online tickets are non-refundable. Blue Light Card holders and members of the Armed Forces and veterans get 10 per cent off individual admission (not available online). Free for Cadw members. Explorer passes are available.

Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

Terrain is rated Level 2 (easy). Gravel paths and cobbles may be difficult for some mobility scooters. The castle has steps and a low stone step at the entrance, with handrails in places. A portable induction loop is available. Dogs on short leads are welcome on ground-floor areas only.

Kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Baby changing facilities

Seasonal family events include trails and storytelling, such as a Halloween trail, Santa's grotto and a story session with Father Christmas. The toilets include baby changing.

Getting there & parking

The site is signposted in Tretower village off the A479, about 3 miles north-west of Crickhowell. National Cycle Network Route 8 is about 5 miles away. Traveline Cymru can help with journey planning.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

Gift shop and guidebook in the visitor centre. The cafe, Y Bwyty Bach, is closed until further notice. Picnic tables and a garden are on site. Visitor toilets are available.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Weddings / ceremonies

The site can be hired for events, filming and exhibitions and is licensed for civil ceremonies. Capacities are not published.

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