You are cordially invited to Christmas at Powis Castle.

Begin your journey along the Top Terrace, where colourful Christmas stockings, handcrafted decorations and beautifully dressed guide your way. Take in sweeping views across the valley and stroll between the centuries-old yew tumps before making your way up the stairs to the East Front, where you will enter the castle.

Inside, the Christmas party is in full swing.

Discover beautifully decorated rooms around the lower floors of the castle, magnificent Christmas trees and festive feasting fit for the season, while the sounds of conversation, music and dancing drift through the castle.

Keep your eyes peeled for the castle's resident mice, who have embraced the festive spirit. Dressed in their Victorian finest, they've been enjoying Christmas adventures of their own, from ice skating to a daring hot-air-balloon voyage.

Then slip below stairs, where the servants are hard at work behind the scenes. Listen out for the bustle of preparations, clattering dishes and hurried conversations as cooks, housekeepers and footmen ensure everything is ready for the festive gathering.

The tables are set, the guests are arriving and the castle is alive with festive cheer. Your invitation to Christmas at Powis Castle awaits.

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