Education and Tours in Castlewellan Historic Demesne

Learning in Castlewellan Forest Park

There is so much to learn about Castlewellan Forest Park. What creatures live in the there? Who built Castlewellan Castle? Why are the trees in the arboretum so big and where is the secret graveyard?

With guidance from our education team children and adults alike can learn about the natural and built history of the park and gardens, from towering trees to tiny creatures and even the hidden world of fungi, deep down in the soil.

Funded through the National Lottery Heritage Fund there is no charge for educational workshops, but they are limited to one visit per school/group per term and will be booked on a first come first served basis.

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Heritage Tours

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is undertaking restoration works in the Annesley Gardens in Castlewellan Forest Park as part of ‘Re-Rooting our past in the Future: Castlewellan Historic Demesne’, project part funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
EYFS and Key Stage 1

Our Early Years and Key Stage 1 programme will capture the imagination of your young people. The Education Team includes lots of interactive elements and games to help each group make meaningful connections with the natural heritage of Castlewellan Historic Demesne.
Key Stage 2

Our Key Stage 2 programme is truly a classroom without walls. Expect your group to explore the wonders of the park whilst learning about what makes Castlewellan’s natural and built heritage unique. All sessions are interactive and involve hands-on learning and games.
Key Stage 3

Our Key Stage 3 programme delves deeper into the mysteries of Castlewellan Historic Demesne. Expect your group to explore the little-known areas of the Annesley Walled Garden and Arboretum and, through hands-on activities, discover how the legacy of past occupants have shaped the landscape they see today.