A centre for arts, literature and learning in the historic Welsh market town of Hay-on-Wye

What's On at the Castle

We have a Festive Wreath Workshop on Sat Dec 7 and the Christmas Craft Fair on Dec 14 & 15.

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Plan your Visit

We are open 10am-5pm every day. We will be closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. We will also be closed from Mon Jan 13 to Thur Jan 16 for annual maintenance.

Visiting Hay Castle

Hay Festival Winter Weekend

Hay Festival Winter Weekend 2024

Thank you to everyone who came and enjoyed the Winter Weekend - we have had a fantastic weekend. Come again next year - Thur Nov 27 to Sun Nov 30 2025.

Quentin Blake Illustrations Exhibition

Quentin Blake Illustrations

We are very excited to be hosting an exhibition of illustrations by the amazing Quentin Blake. Beasts, Battles & Books will in the Gallery from 15 November until 2 March.

Exhibitions

Buy a Hay Peerage

You can buy a peerage and become the Duke of Radnor or Lady of the Black Mountains. Choose your title and receive a Kingdom of Hay certificate in the post.

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Bride and groom on the steps of Hay Castle

Events for you

Whether it's a special birthday, a family reunion, wedding, or a business meeting, the Castle has a number of spaces which will accommodate you and your guests.

Weddings

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