The National Trust Cymru is seeking a candidate to serve as caretaker of Penrhyn Castle, a Grade I-listed 19th-century estate near Bangor, Gwynedd, North Wales. The position offers an annual salary of £24,850 and involves overseeing the upkeep and safety of the castle, which features 204 rooms, an underground reservoir, and a railway museum.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, ensuring that safety standards are maintained throughout the historic property, and managing its IT systems. In addition to Penrhyn Castle, the role encompasses stewardship of Plas Newydd, another Grade I-listed property situated on Anglesey. Both sites are noted for their architectural and historic significance and are set within extensive gardens and woodland.

A representative for the National Trust Cymru highlighted the collaborative nature of the role, emphasizing the importance of working alongside a dedicated team to help keep these heritage sites accessible to the public. The organisation’s call for applicants reflects its ongoing commitment to preserving and maintaining Wales’s cultural landmarks.