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Free Castle Weekend: How to Claim Your St David's Day Tickets Before They Go

CADW is offering 10,000 free entry tickets for St David's Day weekend on Sunday 1 March 2026. The tickets grant access to 17 historic sites across Wales, including some of the most spectacular medieval castles in Europe.

How to Claim Your Free Tickets

Tickets must be booked online in advance at cadw.gov.wales. Several sites, particularly Plas Mawr in Conwy and Castell Coch near Cardiff, have strict capacity limits and typically sell out quickly.

Featured Sites

The offer includes Conwy Castle, Caernarfon Castle, Caerphilly Castle, Castell Coch, and St Davids Bishop's Palace among 17 properties.

Bottom Line

With only 10,000 tickets available across 17 sites, early booking is essential. Visit cadw.gov.wales now to secure your entry before the allocation runs out.

Sources

CADW Official Website

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