Let's Discover... Chainmail

This Summer learn how traditional maille was made at Chepstow Castle.

Discover how the rings were ‘woven’ together, and see the traditional tools and techniques needed to create these protective garments worn by those brave enough to step onto the battlefield in the Middle Ages.

Our resident expert will be on-hand to give informal talks and demonstrations throughout the day. Replicas of mail from different historical periods will also be on show for you to try on.

You do not need to book tickets for this event.

Event time

Tue 11 Aug 2026 10:00 - 16:00

Admission prices

Members - Free

Adult - £10.90

Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) - £34.90

Family (1 adult & up to 3 children) - £24.00

Disabled person and companion - Free

Juniors (Aged 5-17) / Students* - £7.60

Seniors (Aged 65+) - £9.80

All children under 5 receive free entry

*Student photo ID card is required to be shown on entry

Blue Light Card holders and HM Armed Forces & Veterans receive 10% off individual admission (not available online).

For full site information, including seasonal opening times and facilities, please visit the Chepstow Castle monument page.