Bodelwyddan Castle

Castle Welsh country house with Victorian interiors and parkland

Bodelwyddan Castle in north Wales is a historic house set in parkland, offering period interiors, rotating exhibitions and seasonal events for visitors.

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Bodelwyddan Castle
Bodelwyddan Castle, Denbighshire, Wales
53.2610, -3.5018
Entrance to parts of the castle and grounds has fees that vary by event; check local listings.

How to Get to Bodelwyddan Castle #

Bodelwyddan Castle is near Bodelwyddan village, Denbighshire. It is reachable by car from the A55 (take the A525/A547 junction); local buses serve nearby towns and a short taxi ride from Rhyl or St. Asaph will reach the castle.

Tips for Visiting Bodelwyddan Castle #

  • The castle hosts events and exhibitions - check the schedule before visiting to see if an interior tour is available.
  • The nearby A55 road provides convenient access if arriving by car from the west.
  • Look for late-Victorian additions and a curious interior chapel when interiors are open.

Best Time to Visit Bodelwyddan Castle #

Late spring through summer is best for gardens and scheduled events; check the Heritage Trust listings for interior opening times.

Summer (June-August)
June-August · 12°C-22°C
Gardens and parkland are at their best and many events are scheduled.
Spring (April-May)
April-May · 8°C-15°C
Blossoms in the grounds and quieter paths for exploring the estate.

Weather & Climate near Bodelwyddan Castle #

Climate

Bodelwyddan Castle's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 1°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (819 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 31 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
16.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

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