Opera in the Castle
Enjoy this thrilling experience with us!
THE NEXT OPERA SEASON AT THE CASTLE
Will be 27 – 29 March 2020
Tickets can also be purchased from the Sunshine Castle (during opening hours) over the counter or by phoning
07 54484477
For further information please visit www.undergroundopera.com.au
A Knight of Opera in the Castle
The Underground Opera Company in partnership with the Sunshine Castle offer “Opera in the Castle” concerts on the last weekend of March and October every year (where dates allow).
True to the Underground Opera Company’s motto of offering „ accessible Opera in exhilerating spaces, the Castle Great Hall is the show-piece of the Castle and provides the most unique, intimate Opera to tourists and visitors from all over Queensland and Australia.
The Underground Opera Company transforms the Sunshine Castle at Bli Bli into the Opera house of the Sunshine Coast when Opera in the Castle hits the stage successfully since 2012, exceeding 30 outstanding Opera shows in 2016.
With complimentary canapés served during interval in the castle courtyard and an audience limited to 100, Opera in the Castle has set the standard for an intimate evening with Underground Opera. “We have seen some incredible performances from our outstanding casts and every year is better. Beautiful music and extraordinary voices in a wonderful setting.”
“I laughed, I cried, I cheered. It is rare that a performance deserves a standing ovation but I was straight to my feet even during the performance. The voices are magnificent and with such an accessible program even my husband is now converted”.
Opera Fan
A Knight of Opera in the Castle
The Underground Opera Company in partnership with the Sunshine Castle offer “Opera in the Castle” concerts on the last weekend of March and October every year (where dates allow).
True to the Underground Opera Company’s motto of offering „ accessible Opera in exhilerating spaces, the Castle Great Hall is the show-piece of the Castle and provides the most unique, intimate Opera to tourists and visitors from all over Queensland and Australia.
The Underground Opera Company transforms the Sunshine Castle at Bli Bli into the Opera house of the Sunshine Coast when Opera in the Castle hits the stage successfully since 2012, exceeding 30 outstanding Opera shows in 2016.
Founder and producer Bruce Edwards, a miner of twenty years experience, is excited with the future of the Company. “The audiences have certainly voiced their approval, by making us Ticketmaster’s top rated Opera Company in the Country, so I think we might be doing something right” said Bruce.
Opera in the Castle features some of Australia’s finest performers. “I am very fortunate to be able to produce concerts with such extraordinary performers in such breathtaking spaces” said Bruce. “It is amazing when you can sit in a space only meters away from voices that have performed at some of the best Opera Houses in the world. The intimate concerts, like Opera in the Castle, showcase these magnificent voices.”
“They transform the audible into something physical and break down the barrier between audience and performer,” he continued. “Personally, if I am watching a show, I like to feel like I am part of it and this is what I want our audience to feel”.
With complimentary canapés served during interval in the castle courtyard and an audience limited to 100, Opera in the Castle has set the standard for an intimate evening with Underground Opera. “We have seen some incredible performances from our outstanding casts and every year is better. Beautiful music and extraordinary voices in a wonderful setting.”
“I laughed, I cried, I cheered. It is rare that a performance deserves a standing ovation but I was straight to my feet even during the performance. The voices are magnificent and with such an accessible program even my husband is now converted”.
Opera Fan
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Featuring some of the country’s finest musical theatre performers, the show will dazzle guests with incredible renditions of showstoppers from the golden years of Hollywood, and more!
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Tue01Jan201910.30am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Wed02Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard or great hall and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle.
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Thu03Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard or great hall and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle.
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Fri04Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard or great hall and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle.
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Sat05Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard or great hall and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle.
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Sun06Jan201910am-3pmCourtyard
Fairy Jemma invites to the courtyard for her funtastic party games and crafting
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Mon07Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Tue08Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Wed09Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Thu10Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Fri11Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Sat12Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard or great hall and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle.
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Sun13Jan201910am-3pmCourtyard
Fairy Jemma invites to the courtyard for her funtastic party games and crafting
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Mon14Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Tue15Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Wed16Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Thu17Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Fri18Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Sat19Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard or great hall and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle.
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Sun20Jan201910am-3pmCourtyard
Fairy Jemma invites to the courtyard for her funtastic party games and crafting
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Mon21Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Tue22Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Wed23Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Thu24Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Fri25Jan201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Sat26Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
Join the team for some fair dinkum activities like
- The Great Aussie Thong Shoot Archery Competition
- Take a turn at the Cop-a-Sponge pillory.
- Have a cracker of a time when Sir Justyn interrupts the goings on with his Cannon Fire Hazaar
- Learn how Australia may have more medieval cred than you originally thought!
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Sun27Jan201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
Join the team for some fair dinkum activities like
- The Great Aussie Thong Shoot Archery Competition
- Take a turn at the Cop-a-Sponge pillory.
- Have a cracker of a time when Sir Justyn interrupts the goings on with his Cannon Fire Hazaar
- Learn how Australia may have more medieval cred than you originally thought!
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Mon28Jan2019
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Sat16Feb201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Find out more about the playful challenges and games of the medieval era.
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Fri29Mar20197:00 pmGreat Hall
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Sat30Mar20197:00 pmGreat Hall
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Sun31Mar20194:00 pmGreat Hall
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Mon08Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Tue09Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Thu11Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Fri12Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Sat13Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Sun14Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Mon15Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Tue16Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Thu18Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Fri19Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Sat20Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Sun21Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, magic and the Middle Ages. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Mon22Apr201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Thu25Apr2019
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Sat18May20199:30am - 2:30pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Find out more about the playful challenges and games of the medieval era.
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Sat15Jun201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Find out more about the playful challenges and games of the medieval era.
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Sat29Jun201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Sun30Jun201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Mon01Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Tue02Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Wed03Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Thu04Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Fri05Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Sat06Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Sun07Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Mon08Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Tue09Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Wed10Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Thu11Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join our resident knight Sir Justyn when he talks about myths, facts and everything Middle Ages on our Castle Tours which start at 10:15 am and 1 pm in the Courtyard. Try your skill at medieval archery and handle some armour and weapons.
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Fri12Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Sat13Jul201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Meet Luna, the owl, and learn about the birds of prey or get your photo taken. An individual owl hold is available at an extra cost.
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Sat13Jul20195:30 pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
The Sunshine Castle and Raptor Vision invite you to join us during the Winter School Holidays for 'A Knight with Owls'. Discover the magic of the Castle by night as Raptor Vision introduces you to the these beautiful Owls and educates you about their habitat, lifestyle and conservation - whilst the Owls swoosh over you heads with dignity and grace.
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Sun14Jul201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Enjoy a royal spread of crown making accessories and become the royal of your dreams with your own crown to wear.
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Sat20Jul201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Find out more about the playful challenges and games of the medieval era.
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Sat10Aug20193:00 pm
Due to set up and preparations for the Curated Plate event 'A Royal Feast of Opera' the castle closes early on Saturday 10th August. Thank you for understanding.
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Sat10Aug20196:30pm - 10:30pmSunshine Castle - Function Venue
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Sat17Aug201911am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks.
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Sat21Sep201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks.
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Sun22Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Mon23Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Tue24Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Wed25Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle. Medieval trivia talk at 11am in the Courtyard.
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Thu26Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle. Medieval trivia talk at 11am in the Courtyard.
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Fri27Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle. Medieval trivia talk at 11am in the Courtyard.
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Sat28Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle. Medieval trivia talk at 11am in the Courtyard.
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Sun29Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle
The talks & displays take place in the courtyard and are in addition to the regular archery, jousting and arms & armour activities on admission to the castle. Medieval trivia talk at 11am in the Courtyard.
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Mon30Sep201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Tue01Oct201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Wed02Oct201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Thu03Oct201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Fri04Oct201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Sat05Oct201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Sun06Oct201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Mon07Oct201910am - 3pmSunshine Castle Courtyard
Join us in the Courtyard for some fun games & crafting activities. Activities are free with regular castle admission. Children need to be supervised by an adult.
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Fri25Oct20197:00 pmGreat Hall
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Sat26Oct20197:00 pmGreat Hall
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Sun27Oct20193:00 pm
Due to set up and preparations for the 'Opera in the Castle' the castle closes early on Sunday 27th October. Thank you for understanding. Book your tickets here.
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Sun27Oct20194:00 pmGreat Hall
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Sat16Nov201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks.
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Thu19Dec20199.30am to 6pm
Our toy shop is open until 6pm today for your Christmas shopping. Come and check out our Santa certified toy shop! Good parking on site!
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Fri20Dec20199.30am to 8.00pm
We stay open late for your Christmas shopping and after work drinks for you today. Our bar and toy shop are open until 8pm today. Come and check out our Santa certified toy shop and grab a beer or wine from the bar while you're at it! Good parking on site! ADULTS ONLY 5.00pm - 8.00pm
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Sat21Dec201910am to 3pm
Craft a little Christmas gift, that your child can give to someone special this Christmas 🙂
Activities are free with general castle admission.
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Sat21Dec20199.30am to 6pm
Our toy shop is open until 6pm today for your Christmas shopping. Come and check out our Santa certified toy shop! Good parking on site!
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Sun22Dec20199.30am to 6pm
Our toy shop is open until 6pm today for your Christmas shopping. Come and check out our Santa certified toy shop! Good parking on site!
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Mon23Dec20199.30am to 6pm
Our toy shop is open until 6pm today for your Christmas shopping. Come and check out our Santa certified toy shop! Good parking on site!
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Tue24Dec20199.30am to 4.30pm
Our toy shop and castle are open as normal today for your Christmas shopping. Come and check out our Santa certified toy shop! Good parking on site!
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Wed25Dec2019Thu26Dec2019
Merry Christmas
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Fri27Dec201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks. More info.
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Sat28Dec201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks. More info.
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Sun29Dec201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks. More info.
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Mon30Dec201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks. More info.
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Tue31Dec201910am - 3pmCourtyard
Armour handling and archery were the past-times of young knights in training. Hold a sword, try on some armour, get knighted or get your photo taken in the stocks. More info.