Experience the spirit of Chirk Castle this Christmas

National Trust Cymru have transformed the rooms at Chirk Castle with trees and festive displays to immerse visitors in the spirit of the medieval 13th-century fortress, taking inspiration from the castle's diverse collection or art and curiosities and the nature on the surrounding estate.

Visitors will be able to enjoy these fantastical Christmas decorations every day until December 31 (closed December 24 and 25), with the castle rooms open from 11am, with last entry at 3.30pm.

Step inside Chirk Castle and enjoy beautifully decorated Christmas trees, which each celebrate what makes the castle special.

Bringing the outdoors in to the Grand Staircase at Chirk Castle.

Bringing the outdoors in to the Grand Staircase. Animals and nature are a huge part of Chirk Castle's spirit. The impressive tree is dressed in natural materials, winter animals and fungi.

A fruitful Christmas in the Dining Room.

A fruitful Christmas in the Dining Room. Celebrating the beautiful light colour scheme installed by Lady Margaret.

A picture is worth a thousand words in the Long Gallery.

A picture is worth a thousand words in the Long Gallery. The long gallery is home to some of Chirk Castle's most important collection items, which inspired the tree's special and luxurious decorations. The 200-year-old frame provides visitors the opportunity to take their own portrait.

Dressed to impress in the Red Drawing Room.

Dressed to impress in the Red Drawing Room - inspired by fabrics and costumes of those in our portraits - grand tree with opulent décor.

Loud for all to hear in the Music Room.

Loud for all to hear in the Music Room. A tree inspired by some influential tenants of the castle, Lord Howard de Walden and his wife, who hosted many musical weekends at the Castle.

Selfie station by the Portcullis.

Selfie station by the Portcullis. Mark the occasion with friends and family, with the castle in one direction and an inspiring rolling landscape in the other.

There's plenty more to see and do at Chirk Castle this Christmas too. Celebrate old traditions and uncover new ones.

Outside, explore 480-acres of parkland and glorious garden, so wrap up warm and explore the trails through woodland and parkland, which offer great views of the castle and countryside. Or donate to the Oswestry and Borders foodbank in the reverse grotto, where Father Christmas will be waiting to thank you at weekends, from 10.30am-3.30pm.