Chirk Castle and Erddig are offering free entry as part of the National Lottery Open Week.

The National Lottery is saying thank you for the £30m raised for Good Causes every week by players, by offering free entry and special offers at a range of National Lottery-funded venues across the UK.

From Saturday 19– Sunday 27 March, anyone with a valid online or retail National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard, or Instant Win Game can enjoy exclusive offers at Lottery-funded venues and attractions.

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There is much to explore this Open Week, from delving into the past at historical houses, castles, and museums to embracing nature in all its glory at wildlife hotspots, to reliving iconic moments at sports venues or enjoying a culture fix at art galleries and theatres across Wales and beyond.

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Erddig and Chirk are just two National Trust sites offering free entry as part of the week, which also includes Bodnant Garden in Colwyn Bay,  and some of many sites across Wales joining in.

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 Darren Henley OBE, Chief Executive of Arts Council England and Chair of the National Lottery Forum said: “The National Lottery Open Week is a fantastic opportunity for hundreds of venues and projects across the UK to say thanks to players who raise £30 million each week for Good Causes.

"The UK is world-renowned for its rich and vibrant culture, and with so many incredible sites across sport, heritage, film, community, and the arts sectors taking part in Open Week this year, National Lottery players are spoilt for choice when it comes to a great day out.”

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To view all venues and offers that are available throughout The National Lottery Open Week, visit www.nationallotteryopenweek.com.

Use any retail or online National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard, or Instant Win Games, for special offers at selected attractions between 19 and 27 March 2022. Full Ts&Cs apply and are available at www.nationallotteryopenweek.com