NATIONAL TRUST Cymru is inviting people across Wales to celebrate St David’s Day with a rich programme of cultural events taking place at 15 of its places on March 1. Each participating site will be free to enter for the day, opening the doors for more people to enjoy Wales’ heritage, landscapes and traditions.
With support from Welsh Government’s St David’s Day Fund, National Trust Cymru will bring together live performances, craft activities, children’s trails, clog dancing, guided walks and demonstrations of traditional skills – all designed to celebrate Wales in all its vibrancy and ensure that everyone can access and enjoy Welsh culture on March 1.
Lhosa Daly, Director of National Trust Cymru, said: “St David’s Day is a time for us all to come together and celebrate the culture, creativity and community spirit that make Wales so distinctive.
“The places in our care are woven into the nation’s story – from the legend of the red dragon at Dinas Emrys reflected on today’s flag, to the Welsh language safeguarded by Bishop William Morgan of Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant.”
“As a charity, we’re here to look after these special places: protecting the landscapes and histories that define Wales, helping more people feel connected to nature, beauty and heritage, and ensuring that everyone has the chance to experience the richness of Wales’ past and present.”
All participating sites listed below will be free to enter on March 1, head to the website to plan your visit by clicking here.
- Erddig Hall and Garden, Wrexham
Enjoy a weekend of Welsh culture with music, craft activities, and tours with a Welsh twist. Learn to speak some Cymraeg, uncover stories of Welsh craftsmanship in the house, get your face painted (Sunday only) and celebrate the sounds of our nation with harpist Hero Douglas on Saturday and Lleisiau Clywedog and the Denbigh Male Voice Choir on Sunday.
- Chirk Castle and Garden, Wrexham
Enjoy a relaxed celebration of Welsh tradition at Chirk Castle. Get crafty decorating your own love spoon with colourful shapes, wander through State Rooms bursting with bright daffodils and seasonal blooms, soak up dramatic views from the garden, and savour delicious Welsh treats in the Tearoom.
- Bodnant Garden, Conwy
What would St David’s Day be without daffodils? Soak up a dazzling display as the Old Park Meadow and grassy glades are transformed into a sea of yellow. With magnolias and seasonal blooms heralding the arrival of spring, Bodnant Garden offers the perfect escape into nature on this special day.
- Aberconwy House, Conwy
Join us, in partnership with Menter Iaith Conwy, for a weekend of St David’s Day celebrations and enjoy live music, magical storytelling and creative crafts. Gather for traditional harp music and family-friendly story sessions (both Saturday only), get creative with paper daffodil craft, share free hot drinks and Welsh cakes, and send a special postcard to brighten someone’s day.
- Penrhyn Castle and Garden, Bangor
Join us at Penrhyn Castle and Garden on Saturday 28 February at 10am for a historical guided walk with Rhys Mwyn at Porth Penrhyn (booking essential) as part of the Gŵyl Dewi Bangor. On the March 1 there will be slate splitting demonstrations with the quarrymen from the National Slate Museum and a cooking in the Victorian Kitchens.
- Glan Faenol, Bangor
Take a walk along the Menai Straits, starting from either Felinheli or Treborth, both around a 45-minute walk, and make your way to Glan Faenol for a Welsh gig. From 2–3pm, enjoy a live folk‑jazz performance by Tacla, playing in the workshop. After the gig, head back to Y Llofft, Felinheli, where you can relax with a paned and a slice of cake, using the refreshment vouchers provided.
- Plas Newydd House and Garden, Ynys Môn (Anglesey)
Get in the mood ahead of the big day as we welcome internationally acclaimed beatboxer Mr Phormula to Plas Newydd. With bilingual workshops running throughout the day on Saturday 28 February, drop in and let your inner musician run free as we celebrate the very best of Welsh creativity and culture.
- Sarn y Plas, Llŷn Peninsula
Sarn y Plas opens its doors on March 1 from 11–3pm, inviting visitors to explore the history of R. S. Thomas and his wife, Elsie Eldridge. Artists from the ‘Eiliad’ exhibition, created in partnership with Literature Wales, will also be onsite to discuss their work and their collaboration with local communities, organisations and businesses across Llŷn.
- Llanerchaeron, Ceredigion
Celebrate Welsh tradition at Llanerchaeron. Explore the Geler Jones collection and discover how traditional clogs are made, sample freshly baked Welsh cakes in the historic kitchens, and enjoy hands-on family activities in the garden. With Welsh choirs and a creative drop-in printmaking workshop too, there’s no better way to explore and celebrate Wales’ heritage skills.
- Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool
Snap a family photo at the St David’s Day selfie spot, join a bilingual storytelling session, get creative with Welsh-themed crafts, and follow the daffodil ‘spot-it’ trail in the castle whilst enjoying the traditional Welsh music that echoes through the rooms – there’s lots for the whole family to enjoy.
- Tredegar House, Newport
Discover the sights, sounds, and stories of Wales all weekend at Tredegar House. Soak up the atmosphere as you enjoy live music, traditional craftworking, a family trail, arty activities and delicious Welsh food. Don’t miss Gwilym Bowen Rhys performing on Saturday and the special Welsh Myths and Legends Tour to uncover more of our nation’s rich heritage on Sunday (booking essential).
- Dyffryn Gardens, Cardiff
Join us for a vibrant St David’s Day celebration in partnership with Menter Iaith. Experience the best of Welsh culture with live harp music, lively folk dancing, performances by local choirs, and Welsh-inspired crafts – it’s the perfect place to celebrate Wales and enjoy a magical day out together.
- Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire
Join us at Llandyfeisant Church set within the historic Dinefwr estate as we celebrate the birds from Welsh myths and legends. Join artist Ami Marsden and craft your own wearable creation -whether that’s wings or a mask – and enjoy the sounds of a Welsh choir filling the space with music.
- Colby Woodland Garden, Pembrokeshire
Settle in for some tales of Wales with storyteller Phil Okwedy, enjoy traditional Welsh music with harpist Elin Lloyd, and let your little ones’ creativity flow as they try the small harp or enjoy Welsh-themed craft. Finish your visit with some delicious Welsh treats in the tearoom.
- Tudor Merchant’s House, Pembrokeshire
Time travel to Tudor Tenby and discover rooms dressed in seasonal greenery, leeks and golden daffodils, meet costumed characters bringing history to life, enjoy children’s activities, and relax as you listen to the beautiful sounds of a harpist performing traditional Welsh music.
