Muncaster Talks: The rescue of Gwrych Castle
Tuesday 26 November 2024 from 6:30pm
Dr Mark Baker tells the story of how aged just 12 he was inspired to save Gwrych Castle and how a popular TV program filmed during the pandemic brought attention to this Gothic gem.
Gwrych Castle is a Grade I listed country house in North Wales. This imposing gothic ruin is a popular tourist attraction made famous by the TV program "I'm A Celebrity - Get Me Out of Here" and is about to undergo a massive restoration project.
Many people will know Gwrych Castle in north Wales from its two-year run as the filming location for “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here” during the pandemic. However, the scale of repairs to bring this castle back to its former glory is much bigger than any Bushtucker Trial!
With Gothic windows, crenellations, battlements and towers and a three-storey corps de logis is currently without a permanent roof and floor. The two lower wings on the flanks contain the state apartments, in which you will find a ‘spectacular’ Italian marble staircase regarded as ‘one of the Seven Wonders of Wales’.
Gwrych Castle’s vision is to ensure a vibrant and sustainable future for the castle and its surrounding structures, including Lady Emily’s Tower and the caves within its designed landscape. The goal is to make these sites appealing, accessible, and inspiring for both new and existing audiences, encouraging them to visit, support, and enjoy these historic landmarks for many years to come.
6:30pm: Arrival and refreshments in the Great Hall
7pm: Talk by Dr Mark Baker, with introduction from a member of the Frost-Pennington Family
Followed by a Q & A and free time to explore the Castle State Rooms, with Curators on hand for questions.
Friends of Muncaster receive discounted tickets for this event - please book via the FOM Portal.
