Calan Gaeaf at Erddig
Fri 30 Oct · 10:00
Erddig Hall and Garden
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This October half-term, Erddig in Wrexham will bring Welsh folklore to life for families through an immersive outdoor and indoor experience. Visitors can follow garden trails to meet mythical characters like Hwch Ddu Gwta and explore rooms inspired by traditional legends. Selected days will feature hands-on crafts such as wishstone making, pumpkin carving, and lantern decorating. Admission is required to enjoy the historic house, gardens, and the Calan Gaeaf activities.
This October half-term, step into a world of Welsh folklore at Erddig, with mysterious characters to discover, puzzles to solve and family activities inspired by Calan Gaeaf.
Follow a trail through the garden, where Hwch Ddu Gwta has appeared. Search for clues, crack the code and discover the magic word needed to send this mischievous creature back to the spirit world.
Inside the house, explore six rooms on a separate trail inspired by Welsh myths and legends. Discover characters from traditional stories as you make your way through the historic rooms.
There’s more to get involved in during half-term, with hands-on crafts including wishstone making, pumpkin carving and lantern decorating on selected days.
Make a day of it with a wander through the autumn garden, explore the house and see what mysteries you can uncover together.
Please check individual event listings for times and details.
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Calan Gaeaf at Erddig takes place on Friday, 30 October 2026 at 10:00. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Calan Gaeaf at Erddig is held at Erddig Hall and Garden in Chester (Erddig, Wrexham).
Tickets for Calan Gaeaf at Erddig can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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This October half-term, Erddig in Wrexham will bring Welsh folklore to life for families through an immersive outdoor and indoor experience. Visitors can follow garden trails to meet mythical characters like Hwch Ddu Gwta and explore rooms inspired by traditional legends. Selected days will feature hands-on crafts such as wishstone making, pumpkin carving, and lantern decorating. Admission is required to enjoy the historic house, gardens, and the Calan Gaeaf activities.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
This October half-term, step into a world of Welsh folklore at Erddig, with mysterious characters to discover, puzzles to solve and family activities inspired by Calan Gaeaf.
Follow a trail through the garden, where Hwch Ddu Gwta has appeared. Search for clues, crack the code and discover the magic word needed to send this mischievous creature back to the spirit world.
Inside the house, explore six rooms on a separate trail inspired by Welsh myths and legends. Discover characters from traditional stories as you make your way through the historic rooms.
There’s more to get involved in during half-term, with hands-on crafts including wishstone making, pumpkin carving and lantern decorating on selected days.
Make a day of it with a wander through the autumn garden, explore the house and see what mysteries you can uncover together.
Please check individual event listings for times and details.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
WhereErddig Hall and Garden
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Calan Gaeaf at Erddig?
Calan Gaeaf at Erddig takes place on Friday, 30 October 2026 at 10:00. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Where is Calan Gaeaf at Erddig taking place?
Calan Gaeaf at Erddig is held at Erddig Hall and Garden in Chester (Erddig, Wrexham).
How do I get tickets for Calan Gaeaf at Erddig?
Tickets for Calan Gaeaf at Erddig can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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