For the first time in its history, Powis Castle will be lit up to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee over the four-day bank holiday weekend.

The castle is also holding a “Crown Trail” walk in celebration of the Queen’s 70 years on the throne.

The free and self-led walk will take guests around the castle and grounds, challenging them to spot nature-inspired, hand crafted crowns throughout both.

Sarah Johnson, visitor operations and experience manager at Powis Castle, said: “This May half term and extra-long Bank Holiday feels particularly special as the whole nation comes together to celebrate the Queen and her 70 years of service.

“We’re excited to welcome visitors and be part of their celebrations.”

Queen Elizabeth II visited Powis Castle and Garden in 1989 on her birthday to celebrate the tricentennial of the Royal Welch Fusiliers.

Shane Logan, General Manager at Powis, said: “As a charity that cares for the natural and cultural heritage of many places in the UK, we wanted to play our part in celebrating this historic event.

“Many places National Trust Cymru care for have links with Her Majesty The Queen, and families and friends visit our places to celebrate moments like this.

“Lighting up the castle is something the whole team at Powis Castle agreed on.

“We feel it’s a great way to show our appreciation and join in with the celebrations.

“It’s not a ticketed event like Illuminated Gardens many years ago, but something for the people of Welshpool and other neighbouring villages to enjoy from afar and for people travelling through Mid Wales to see.

“It will hopefully put a smile on people’s faces.”