Families can expect living history experiences, have-a-go activities and action-packed displays at Berkeley Castle, with a full programme of summer activities to keep young visitors entertained throughout the school holidays.
Outdoor theatre at Berkeley Castle
Is it really summer without some outdoor entertainment? Berkeley Castle has you covered with multiple shows set right within the historic castle grounds.
The story of Shakespeare's Macbeth is being told by the Dukes Theatre Company on Thursday 24 and Friday 25 July 2025 at 7pm.
Families can relax with a picnic and go on a journey with Mole, Ratty, Mr Toad and The Paperback Theatre Company with a production of The Wind in the Willows, taking place on Sunday 10 August 2025, with showings at 11.45am and 2pm.
And The Three Inch Fools present a brand-new Tudor comedy on Sunday 31 August and Monday 1 September 2025, at 5pm and 8.30pm respectively, taking audiences back to Elizabethan times in The Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I — a right royal romp full of history, hysterics and fun!
Dinosaur Day at Berkeley Castle
For a scarily good time, visitors on Sunday 27 July 2025 can come face-to-face with not one but two enormous dinosaurs roaming the castle grounds, stomping, roaring and entertaining dino-lovers from the safety of their arena.
Meet the Tudors at Berkeley Castle
History buffs of all ages will love meeting legendary Tudor royalty on Sunday 3 August 2025, when the larger than life King Henry VIII and his ill-fated Queen Anne Boleyn visit Berkeley Castle on their royal tour.
Accompanied by a band of travelling minstrels, you can expect merrymaking and interactive entertainment in abundance!
Medieval live events at Berkeley Castle
Continuing the Medieval merriment on Sunday 24 August 2025, the Knights of Nottingham return for a medieval jousting display on Sunday 25 and Monday 26 August 2025, packed with sword-swinging action at 12.30pm and 2.30pm.
Then guests can catch falconry displays on the lower lawn on Sunday 31 August 2025 from 11am until 5pm and marvel as the birds take flight — learning from the falconer about his impressive menagerie of birds of prey.
Kids can try archery every Monday, from Monday 21 July to Wednesday 27 August 2025 — and even challenge their parents to see who can hit the bullseye!
Plus, every Wednesday sees the Hysterical Critters Workshop pay a visit to the castle, offering the chance to meet fascinating creatures like giant snails and tarantulas up close.
Visit berkeley-castle.com/whats-on to plan your visit.
