Wales - Fastly · 2020-06-10 · 210 Please book all group visits, tours and catering directly with places Bodnant Garden Tal-y-Cafn, near Colwyn Bay, Conwy LL28 5RE A Grade I listed

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AberdulaisAberdulais, Neath, Neath Port Talbot SA10 8EU

Archaeology has uncovered the secrets of industries in days gone by at Aberdulais – one of Britain’s oldest tin works. When you wander through the site, you’ll find yourself at the very heart of the earliest industry in Britain. You’ll discover how Aberdulais played its part in shaping the world as we know it today. Water was the power behind all of the industries at Aberdulais; take in the sound of the waterfall, see the majestic waterwheel turning, while the turbine is busy converting this energy into electricity to power the site. Note: waterwheel and turbine subject to water levels and conservation work.

Contact: 01639 636674 or [email protected]

Coaches: drop-off point 20 yards from entrance. Limited coach parking available in lay-by outside property. Free admission, tea or coffee for the coach driver/group organiser.

Visit: average duration is 1 hour 30 minutes. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Guided tour. Out-of-hours tours. Shop.

Catering: function room available for group refreshments and catering. Booking essential.

Group admission: £5.20

Aberdulais M T W T F S S5 Jan–10 Feb 10:30–3 . . . . . S S16 Feb–3 Mar 10:30–4 M T W T F S S4 Mar–12 Apr 10:30–3 M T W T F S S13 Apr–28 Apr 10–5 M T W T F S S29 Apr–24 May 10:30–4 M T W T F S S25 May–2 Jun 10–5 M T W T F S S3 Jun–21 Jul 10:30–4 M T W T F S S22 Jul–1 Sep 10–5 M T W T F S S2 Sep–25 Oct 10:30–3 M T W T F S S26 Oct–3 Nov 10:30–4 M T W T F S S8 Nov–22 Dec 11–3 . . . . F S STea-room: opening times vary (call for details).

Access: s70 s133 s140 s67 s105 s129 Stable and Tin

Exhibition s63 s66 s59 Turbine House s63 s66 s64 s110 s59

Grounds s63 s66 s64 s108 s59

Special interest toursCheck website or call for details of all tours or talks

Special interest toursWe can offer a range of tours including popular themes such as, Industrial Heritage, Green Energy, or Bats and Birds. We offer education packages for schools and colleges, groups and coach parties by special arrangement. Please call to discuss your group’s requirements and check availability.

Tour cost free of chargeDuration 1 hour 30 minutes

210 Please book all group visits, tours and catering directly with places

Bodnant GardenTal-y-Cafn, near Colwyn Bay, Conwy LL28 5RE

A Grade I listed garden in Snowdonia’s foothills, home to historic plant collections, with breathtaking mountain views. The garden was established in 1874 by Victorian entrepreneur Henry Pochin, and five generations of the family have transformed the Conwy Valley hillside with rare trees and shrubs from around the world. Since 1949 the 32-hectare (80-acre) garden has been nurtured in collaboration with the National Trust. Enjoy formal Italianate terraces with roses, herbaceous beds and parterres, as well as informal shrub borders, woods and meadows, and riverside dells with waterfalls and towering conifers. Every season brings new delights – magnolias and rhododendrons in spring, roses and water lilies in summer, followed by rich leaf colour in autumn and frosted winter landscapes.

Garden best: all year.


Coaches: parking for 10 coaches, 150 yards from entrance. Tight turning circle.

Visit: average duration is 3 hours. Welcome to site. Shop.

Catering: tea-room (licensed), self-service, 140 covers. Special dietary requirements catered for.


Bodnant Garden M T W T F S S1 Jan–28 Feb 10–4 M T W T F S S1 Mar–30 Apr* 10–5 M T W T F S S1 May–30 Jun* 9–5 M T W T F S S1 Jul–31 Oct* 10–5 M T W T F S S1 Nov–31 Dec** 10–4 M T W T F S SPavilion tea-room: open from 9 daily. *Garden: open to 8 on Wednesdays, April to end September. **Garden and tea-room: closed 24 to 26 December.

Access: s70 s133 s140 s67 s105 s81 s129

Grounds s66 s108 s59


Chirk CastleChirk, Wrexham LL14 5AF

Completed by Marcher Lord Roger Mortimer in 1310, Chirk is the last Welsh castle from the reign of Edward I still inhabited today. You can explore medieval towers and dungeons, visit the 17th- and 18th-century rooms of the Myddelton family home, including the historic laundry, and discover the story of influential 20th-century tenant and polymath Lord Howard de Walden. The prized gardens contain clipped yews, herbaceous borders and rock gardens. A terrace gives stunning views over the Cheshire and Shropshire plains, while the large estate, divided by King Offa’s Dyke, provides habitat for rare invertebrates, wild flowers and veteran trees. Note: all visitors, including members, need to obtain tickets from Home Farm ticket office before going up to the castle.

Garden best in: February, May–August.


Coaches: parking for 3 coaches at Home Farm visitor centre, then 200 yards to castle (up steep hill). Drop-off point at castle after collecting tickets. Return minibus transfer available between castle and ticket office.

Visit: average duration is 3 hours. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Out-of-hours tours£. Maximum group size per tour is 15 people. Shop.

Catering: café, self-service, 76 covers, plus 35 seated outdoors. Full menu with table-service for hot food. Groups can book set menu, out-of-hours refreshments and reserve tables. Function rooms available for larger groups (40 to 60 people).


Chirk Castle M T W T F S SEstateOpen all year 7–7 M T W T F S SGarden, Adam’s Tower, shop and café2 Feb–3 Nov 10–4* M T W T F S S9 Nov–24 Nov 10–4 . . . . . S S30 Nov–22 Dec 10–4 M T W T F S SState rooms2 Feb–8 Mar** 11–4 M T W T F S S9 Mar–3 Nov† 12–4* M T W T F S S9 Nov–24 Nov†† 11–4 . . . . . S S30 Nov–22 Dec 11–4 M T W T F S S*Open until 5, April to September. **East wing only. Timed tickets available on the day (places limited). †Guided tours: 11:15 and 11:30 (places limited). ††Guided access only, timed tickets available on day (places limited).

Access: s70 s133 s77 s140 s67 s105 s81 s141 s129 s68

State rooms s63 s66 Adam’s Tower s63 s233

Gardens s66 s64 s108 s59



Chirk’s state roomsThe state rooms at Chirk were added within the footprint of the original medieval walls, from the 16th century onward. Their decorative schemes and collection are an eclectic mixture of tastes from over 400 years. Limited slots for private state-rooms tour are available.

Tour cost from £8 per personDuration 1 hour

Garden walkTake the opportunity to learn more about the beautiful formal gardens at Chirk, accompanied by one of our garden team. From flowering shrubs to rare trees, striking topiary to stunning statues, you’ll take history and horticulture in your stride as you marvel at the glorious views across seven counties.

Tour cost from £10 per personDuration 1 hour 30 minutes

Rooftop tourThis tour encompasses the historic servants’ quarters, not normally seen by visitors, before you wind your way up to the roof space on the three towers of the north face of the castle. The tour is weather dependent; if the tour cannot go ahead an alternative will be offered.


Veteran treesEnjoy a guided walk, in the company of one of our experienced rangers, around the historic 18th-century parkland surrounding Chirk Castle. The tour will highlight the spectacular landscapes and the importance of the many mature specimens, from ancient yews to sweet chestnut trees, that can be found in the park.

Tour cost from £10 per personDuration 2 hours


Colby Woodland Gardennear Amroth, Pembrokeshire SA67 8PP

A short walk from the beach, this hidden wooded valley, with its secret garden and industrial past, is a place for play. There are fallen trees to climb, rope swings and playful surprises everywhere. Spring brings bluebells, camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas, while the walled garden gives year-round colour, peace and seclusion. There are woodland walks, meandering streams and ponds with stepping stones and log bridges in the wildflower meadow, and the whole valley teems with wildlife. Fun learning activities and exploration packs are available, and there are picnic and campfire spots in the meadow and free games to borrow. Note: sorry, house not open.

Garden best in: April–May.


Coaches: coach parking, 50 yards from entrance. Narrow lanes, essential that coaches book and request a coach route.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Guided tour£. Out-of-hours tours£. Shop.

Catering: tea-room (not National Trust), waitress service, 50 covers.

Group admission: £7

Colby Woodland Garden M T W T F S SWoodland and walled gardens*7 Jan–15 Feb 10–3 M T W T F S S16 Feb–3 Nov 10–5 M T W T F S S4 Nov–23 Dec 10–3 M T W T F S SShop16 Feb–3 Nov 10–5 M T W T F S STea-room6 Apr–3 Nov 10–4:30 M T W T F S S*Car park and bothy exhibition open as woodland and walled gardens. Closed 24 to 31 December.

Access: s70 s133 s140 s67 s105 s81 s141 s68 s138

Grounds s66 s108 s59


A woodland garden walkTranquil woodland valley garden with bluebells, rhododendrons, azaleas and magnolias in spring, year-round colour in the walled garden. Enjoy the easy-going company of one of our gardeners on a walk through the secluded valleys and wooded walkways, and learn about the intriguing social and industrial history of the Colby Estate.



DinefwrLlandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA19 6RT

A place of legends and folklore, Dinefwr’s long history has featured power, glory, downfall and loss. There is even a direct link with the past through our iconic White Park cattle, which have been kept here for 1,000 years. Walks lead through ancient woods, with gnarled veteran trees, and you can seek the inhabitants of the Bogwood and Mill Pond and walk in the footsteps of medieval princes – viewing ‘your kingdom’ from the castle on the hill. After exploring the tranquil countryside, you can continue your adventure in atmospheric Newton House, discovering the many changes the years have wrought. Note: Dinefwr Castle is owned by the Wildlife Trust and is in the guardianship of Cadw.

Garden best in: March–October.


Coaches: drop-off point at entrance, then coaches park at Home Farm. Coach drivers provided with free drink and admission.

Visit: average duration is 3 hours. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Guided tour. Out-of- hours tours£. There are many talks and tours covering all aspects of the estate, essential to book early. Shop.

Catering: tea-room (licensed) in Newton House, counter order and waiting staff bring to table, 70 covers. Groups can reserve tables and book special group menus. Gluten-free menu also available.


Dinefwr M T W T F S S1 Feb–30 Mar 11–3 M T W T F S S31 Mar–3 Nov 10–5 M T W T F S S4 Nov–31 Dec* 11–3 M T W T F S SNewton House: closed 7 to 31 January for housekeeping and conservation (grounds remain open 10 to 3). Grounds: open all year 10 to 4 and 10 to 5 during the summer. *Everything closed 24 and 25 December.

Access: s70 s133 s140 s67 s105 s81 s129 s138

Newton House s63 s66 s110 s233 s59

Castle s63 s233 Parkland s66 s64 s108


Badger watchAt twilight the badgers come out from the sett, giving those who are patient and quiet a chance to encounter these timid creatures close up. This is an amazing opportunity to watch and photograph them in the wild. Led by our experienced badger watch ranger team. Maximum 10 in hide.

Tour cost from £9 per personDuration 2 hours 30 minutes

Behind the scenes at Newton HouseGo behind the scenes at Newton House. It’s here that you’ll discover more about Dinefwr’s intriguing past. Follow your knowledgeable guide up to the top floor of the house and experience the breathtaking views of the landscape below.

Tour cost free of chargeDuration 1 hour

Cattle safariCome and see the iconic White Park cattle up close on this tractor trailer tour. Our experienced ranger will share the history and facts about these majestic animals. Available May to August, 16 people per tour including wheelchair space.


Life ‘below stairs’Discover the past lives of those who worked ‘below stairs’ at Newton House serving the Rhys family right up until the 1950s and learn about the many rules they had to follow.



Dolaucothi Gold MinesPumsaint, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire SA19 8US

Not your average National Trust visit, this hidden gem reveals the story of the quest for gold more than 2,000 years ago. Try your luck by panning for gold, and anything you find you keep. Or you can venture on an overground tour of the Roman archaeology, go underground to experience the harsh conditions of Victorian times and listen to what 1930s miners had to say in their very own words about their final efforts to search for gold. Why not join us for the ultimate adventure and discover centuries of stories in just one day? Note: steep slopes, stout footwear essential. Minimum height 1 metre, no carried children on underground tours. We have a no-steps tour on level ground accessible for everyone. Sorry, no coach group bookings taken in August.

Contact: 01558 650809 (mines). 01558 650365 (caravan site) or [email protected]

Coaches: parking for 2 coaches, 60 yards from entrance. Narrow lane approach.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours 30 minutes. Guided tour only. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Out-of-hours tours£. Groups must book, maximum 25 per tour. Shop.

Catering: tea-room, self-service, 20 covers.


Dolaucothi Gold Mines M T W T F S S15 Mar–19 Jul 10:30–5 M T W T F S S20 Jul–31 Aug 10–6 M T W T F S S1 Sep–3 Nov 10:30–5 M T W T F S SShop: opens 10:30. Caravan site: open daily, dawn to dusk, 15 March to 3 November. Last tour leaves 90 minutes before closing.

Access: s70 s133 s140 s67 s105 s81 s129 Tea-rooms s64

Machinery sheds s64 Mine yard s64 s108


Dyffryn GardensSt Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan CF5 6SU

A garden for all seasons, Dyffryn is celebrated for its botanical collection and is among the best in Wales. Meandering through the gardens, you will discover intimate garden rooms, formal lawns and an extensive arboretum. The reinstated glasshouse in the kitchen garden houses an impressive collection of rare cacti and orchids. Designed by the eminent landscape architect Thomas Mawson, the gardens are the early 20th-century vision of Reginald Cory. Standing at the heart of Dyffryn is a unique Victorian mansion. The Grade II* listed Dyffryn House is an ongoing conservation project and has been partly furnished, but with a difference. The house is used as a canvas to interpret the gardens and Cory family history. Garden best in: April–November.


Coaches: parking for 4 coaches. Drop-off point 40 yards from entrance.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Welcome to site. Shop.

Catering: main café, 70 covers and The Gallery café in garden, 40 covers. Both licensed, additional seating outside. Hot food in main café only, 12 to 3. Various catering options available for booked groups (25+).


Dyffryn Gardens M T W T F S SGardens, shop and café1 Jan–10 Feb 10–4 M T W T F S S11 Feb–31 Mar 10–5 M T W T F S S1 Apr–29 Sep 10–6 M T W T F S S30 Sep–20 Oct 10–5 M T W T F S S21 Oct–31 Dec* 10–4 M T W T F S SHouse1 Jan–10 Feb 12–3:30 M T W T F S S11 Feb–20 Oct 12–4 M T W T F S S21 Oct–31 Dec* 12–3:30 M T W T F S SGardens: last entry one hour before closing. Gardens Café: opens 10 to 30 minutes before closing. Hot food orders 12 to 3:30. *Closed 25 and 26 December.

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ErddigWrexham LL13 0YT

A haven of natural beauty and modern sanctuary for well-being, Erddig’s 485-hectare (1,200-acre) pleasure park, designed by William Emes, welcomes walkers (and their four-legged friends), beginner runners, Nordic walkers and those seeking a natural boost in the great outdoors. At its heart, above the River Clywedog, is Erddig Hall – an unexpected survivor, rescued from dereliction in the 1970s. Discover the story of a family’s unique relationship with its servants – a large collection of servants’ portraits and carefully preserved rooms capture their lives across the generations, where saw and spade are as treasured as silver and silk. Outdoors, relax in a restored 18th-century walled garden with trained fruit trees and apple orchards growing over 180 varieties and tranquil water features.

Garden best in: March–October.


Coaches: parking for 3 coaches, 100 yards from entrance. Drop-off point, 20 yards from entrance. Driveway is single carriage with passing places.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours 30 minutes. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Guided tour. Please request talks and tours at time of booking. Shop.

Catering: restaurant (licensed), self-service, 75 covers. Tea-room with garden, self-service, 30 covers and additional 50 covers in the tea garden.


Erddig M T W T F S SHouse9 Feb–22 Mar* 11:30–2:30 M T W T F S S23 Mar–25 Oct 12:30–3:30 M T W T F S S26 Oct–31 Dec* 11:30–2:30 M T W T F S SGarden, restaurant and shop1 Jan–22 Mar** 11–4 M T W T F S S23 Mar–25 Oct 10–5 M T W T F S S26 Oct–31 Dec** 11–4 M T W T F S S*Ground-floor servants’ quarters only. Hourly tours weekdays, self-guided during school holidays and weekends. **Natural play area open as garden, but closed weekdays from 1 January to 16 February and closed completely from 4 November to 31 December. Closed 25 December. Timed tickets operate on Bank Holidays and during busy periods.


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Dereliction to distinctionA tour of Erddig’s Grade I listed garden. Explore the walled garden restored to its 18th-century formal design. Learn about its history, restoration and conservation and discover how the garden is managed today. With rare fruit trees and a National Collection of Ivies, Erddig’s garden is a very special place.


Private tour of ErddigDiscover a fascinating history, remarkable furnishings and the lives and loves of the family and their servants. Erddig is full of stories both touching and unique; from the risk-taker whose luck ran out when building the house, to the actor who played the role of the squire amongst crumbling walls.


William Emes’s parklandJoin our rangers to explore the landscaped park designed in the 18th century by William Emes. Discover one of Emes’s most original features in the park, a cylindrical cascade, also known as the ‘cup and saucer’, and follow Wat’s Dyke to the earthworks of a Norman motte-and-bailey castle.

Tour cost free of chargeDuration 45 minutes


LlanerchaeronCiliau Aeron, near Aberaeron, Ceredigion SA48 8DG

A self-sufficient 18th-century Welsh minor gentry estate. The villa, designed in the 1790s, is the most complete example of the early work of John Nash. It has its own service courtyard with dairy, laundry, brewery and salting house, giving a full ‘upstairs, downstairs’ experience. The walled kitchen gardens, pleasure grounds, ornamental lake and parkland offer peaceful walks, while the Home Farm complex has an impressive range of traditional, atmospheric outbuildings. The working farm has Welsh Black cattle, Llanwenog sheep and rare Welsh pigs as well as chickens, geese and turkeys. Woodland walks available.

Garden best in: April–October.


Coaches: coach parking, 75 yards from entrance.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours 30 minutes. Welcome to site. Guided tour£. Out-of-hours tours£. Tickets will be organised with on-board welcome. Shop.

Catering: tea-room (not National Trust), assisted service, 50 covers. Menu for groups available on request.


Llanerchaeron M T W T F S SWhole property23 Feb–3 Mar 11:30–3:30 M T W T F S S16 Mar–3 Nov* 10:30–5:30 M T W T F S SFarm, shop and garden5 Jan–17 Feb 11:30–3:30 . . . . . S S25 Feb–15 Mar 11:30–3:30 M T W T F S S4 Nov–31 Dec** 11:30–3:30 M T W T F S SLast admission one hour before closing. *Villa: opens 11:30 and closes 4. **Closed 24 to 26 December. Geler Jones Rural Life Collection: open 12 to 4, Wednesday and Friday, 20 March to 1 November. Parkland and woodland walks: open daily.

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Geler Jones Collection guided tourWander back through time to an earlier age of Welsh farming life. Hear fascinating stories about this treasure trove of early 20th-century agricultural machinery and implements, made and used locally. Marvel at the craftsmanship involved, and learn how farming moved from horse power to the machine age.

Tour cost from £2 per personDuration 45 minutes

Llanerchaeron guided walkA rare opportunity to experience a fine Regency villa designed by John Nash in the 1790s, with mature walled gardens, Pleasure Grounds, ornamental lake and a working Home Farm. Discover how the estate was run, learn about the John Nash connection and experience self-sufficiency at its very best.



Penrhyn Castle and GardenBangor, Gwynedd LL57 4HT

Penrhyn Castle is a vast neo-Norman castle with many different stories to tell. Extensive grounds and parkland include a Victorian walled garden, industrial Railway Museum and large Victorian kitchens. Set against the spectacular backdrop of Snowdonia and the North Wales coast, the castle’s dominating stone façade hides more than just its internal red-brick construction. The unique architecture and opulent interiors mask a darker history of slavery and a bitter industrial dispute that changed Penrhyn’s relationship with the local community for ever. Over the coming years Penrhyn will be exploring these difficult stories and presenting them in new and exciting ways. Note: during this period of transformation, opening arrangements, room layout and tour availability may vary.

Garden best in: March–June, August, October.


Coaches: coach parking, 500 yards. Drop-off point 200 yards. Sat Nav: essential to use LL57 4HT.

Visit: average duration is 3 hours. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Guided tour. Out-of-hours tours£. Please request if coach welcome required. Changes at Penryhn Castle may affect opening arrangements and tour availability; please check before visit. Shop.

Catering: tea-room (licensed), counter service, 80 covers. Groups can request table reservations, special set menus and out-of-hours catering for special functions, in advance. Coffee shop in stableyard, 24 covers, with some outdoor seating.


Penrhyn Castle and Garden M T W T F S SCastle*2 Mar–3 Nov 11–5 M T W T F S S30 Nov–22 Dec 11–4 . . . . . S SGarden, parkland and Railway Museum, café and shop5 Jan–10 Feb 11–3 . . . . . S S16 Feb–3 Nov 10:30–5 M T W T F S S9 Nov–29 Dec 11–4 . . . . . S SVictorian kitchens2 Mar–3 Nov 11–5 M T W T F S S9 Nov–22 Dec 11–4 . . . . . S S*Last entry to castle one hour before closing.


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A garden with views of SnowdoniaPenrhyn’s garden is a hidden gem situated between the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait. There are acres of open parkland, wooded walks and a spectacular Victorian walled garden. Enjoy the breathtaking views and discover the hidden paths that lead you through the garden.

Tour cost from £9.20 per personDuration 1 hour

Behind the façade: sugar, slate and splendourAn out-of-hours tour allows your group to explore privately the opulence of this magnificent 19th-century castle. Discover the darker side to the complete Penrhyn story, one of large-scale exploitation and bitter industrial disputes; a permanent reminder of the man who roofed the world and sent shock waves across oceans.

Tour cost from £9.20 per personDuration 1 hour 30 minutes


Plas Newydd House and GardenLlanfairpwll, Anglesey LL61 6DQ

The ancestral home of the Marquess of Anglesey sits majestically on the shores of the Menai Strait, enjoying breathtaking views of Snowdonia. The surrounding gardens are great for exploring and include an Australasian arboretum, Italianate terrace garden and extensive woodland walks. There’s plenty for little explorers too, including a hand-built tree house, nine-hole Frisbee™ golf course, and adventure playground – you might even meet one of the resident red squirrels! This family home houses a Waterloo-inspired military museum, works of art, regular exhibitions and, at its heart, Rex Whistler’s famous 58-foot fantasy landscape painting. Note: due to reservicing works, some rooms may be closed, opening and tour arrangements may vary. Sorry, but there will be no group bookings possible after end of July.

Garden best in: April–September.


Coaches: parking for 5 coaches, 400 yards from entrance. Golf buggy transfer service available (3 per journey). Drop-off point 200 yards from house by prior arrangement for visitors unable to use the buggy.

Visit: average duration is 3 hours. Welcome to site. Guided tour£. Out-of-hours tours£. Please check to see what will be available when you propose to visit. Manual wheelchairs available for ground floor, shuttle service provided between cricket pavilion and house. Shop.

Catering: Plas Café (licensed), self-service, 75 covers, plus 30 outside, hot meals served 12 to 3. Old Dairy Café, 30 covers plus 20 covers outside, serving light bites and drinks. No table reservations.


Plas Newydd M T W T F S SMansion16 Feb–3 Nov 11–4:30 M T W T F S SGarden, shop and café5 Jan–10 Feb 11–3 . . . . . S S16 Feb–10 Nov 10:30–5 M T W T F S S16 Nov–29 Dec 11–3 . . . . . S SOpening times may vary and some rooms may close occasionally due to major reservicing project.

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The glorious garden tourThe real glory of the gardens at Plas Newydd is a beauty that changes with the seasons. Enjoy the fine spring garden, the Australasian arboretum with its understorey of shrubs and wild flowers, the summer terrace and the striking autumn colours.


The magnificent home of the MarquessLeave the breathtaking scenery of the Menai Strait behind as you venture into the comfortable interiors of this splendid house, redesigned by renowned architect James Wyatt in the 18th century. As well as discovering Whistler’s largest painting you’ll hear about the lives and loves of this interesting family.


Whistler behind the scenesStep inside this elegant 18th-century house, home of the Marquess of Anglesey, and discover the story behind the world-famous artist Rex Whistler. Learn about his largest-ever painting and other renowned works on display here.



Powis Castle and GardenWelshpool, Powys SY21 8RF

The Herbert family spent more than 400 years transforming a medieval fortress into the comfortable family home you see today. Furnished with sumptuous fabrics and exquisite works of art from around the world, including the unique Clive collection of Indian treasures, the interior reflects the Elizabethan period through to the 1940s when a girls’ school was evacuated to the castle. With views across the Severn Valley, the world-renowned gardens are a mix of Italianate terraces filled with herbaceous borders, a formal garden with clipped yews and a woodland area which boasts a number of champion trees.

Garden best in: May–August.

What’s new in 2019? Welsh Girls’ School interactive installation.


Coaches: parking for 3 coaches, 110 yards from entrance. Transfer vehicle available, please specify when booking. Sat Nav: postcode misdirects, enter Powis Castle.

Visit: average duration is 3 hours. Introductory talk. Guided tour£. Out-of-hours tours£. Shop.

Catering: restaurant (licensed), assisted service, 70 covers. Garden coffee shop. Groups can reserve tables, except during school holidays.


Powis Castle and Garden M T W T F S SCastle and shop1 Jan–31 Mar 11–4* M T W T F S S1 Apr–30 Sep† 11–5* M T W T F S S1 Oct–31 Dec 11–4* M T W T F S SGarden and café1 Jan–31 Mar†† 10–4 M T W T F S S1 Apr–30 Sep 10–5** M T W T F S S1 Oct–31 Dec 10–4 M T W T F S S*Last entry to castle one hour before closing. **Garden: open to 6. †Garden coffee shop (opening times vary) and garden shop open. ††Reduced catering offer in January and February. Closed 25 December.

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Exploring the castle NewSpend an enlightening couple of hours in the company of our knowledgeable guide looking in depth at the fine collection of paintings, sculpture and furniture whilst uncovering over 700 years of history at this fascinating castle.


A garden for EuropeDiscover more about the history of this world-famous garden in the company of one of our specialist garden guides. Overhung with enormous clipped yews sheltering an array of rare and tender plants, the garden benefits from the most exquisite French and Italian design influences.



Stackpolenear Pembroke, Pembrokeshire

A former grand estate stretching down to some of the most beautiful coastline in the world, including Broad Haven South, Barafundle Bay and Stackpole Quay. Today, Stackpole is a National Nature Reserve, recognised for its abundant flora and fauna; Bosherston Lakes are famous for their superb display of lilies and resident otters; and the dramatic cliffs of Stackpole Head are great for wildlife watching. You can uncover the history and heritage of this special place too; the former Stackpole Court site and nearby Lodge Park Woods reveal the story behind the magnificent designed landscape. Note: Stackpole Outdoor Learning Centre is ideal for groups and private hire. Facilities include interactive classroom, meeting rooms, en suite accommodation.


Coaches: parking for 2 coaches.

Visit: guided tour£. Out-of-hours tours£. We offer bespoke group visits which are organised and priced on an individual basis. Groups must provide adequate supervision at all times and at an appropriate level for the activities being undertaken. Shop.

Catering: Boathouse tea-room (licensed) at Stackpole Quay, counter service, 24 covers, additional 65 outside. Special arrangements for groups include set menu. Outdoor Learning Centre offers residents an in-house catering service. Entertainment licence with bar for events.

Group admission: free of charge

Stackpole M T W T F S SEstateOpen all year Dawn–dusk M T W T F S SBoathouse tea-room9 Feb–5 Apr* 11–4 M T W T F S S6 Apr–29 Sep 10–5 M T W T F S S30 Sep–3 Nov* 11–4 M T W T F S S9 Nov–29 Dec* 11–4 . . . . . S S*Reduced catering offer.

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Bosherston Lakes rambleA two-hour ramble with plenty of stops for wildlife watching. Bosherston Lakes are part of the Stackpole National Nature Reserve and home to otters, heron, wildfowl and dragonfly. The Lakes are famous for their stunning display of waterlilies in June and July. Note: boots or stout shoes advisable.



Tredegar HouseNewport NP10 8YW

Tredegar House and the Morgan family have been an important part of the Newport community for more than 500 years. Captivating tales of war heroism, inheritance disputes, Russian princesses and sprawling influence bring alive a home designed to impress and entertain, while the small but elegant contrasting formal gardens pay homage to life at Tredegar House. Those who keep the mansion, gardens and parkland running today are working in partnership with local organisations to combine colourful histories and modern programmes with an ambition to bring genuine benefit to the community and all who visit. Note: tea-room renovations taking place this year. Sorry, no group bookings over Bank Holidays or event periods.

Garden best in: June–October.


Coaches: parking for 3 coaches, drop-off point 40 yards from reception.

Visit: average duration is 3 hours. Welcome to site. Guided tour£. Booking essential. Shop.

Catering: tea-room (licensed), self-service. Groups advised to book refreshments in private function room.

Group admission: £8.80 (groups 10+)

Tredegar House M T W T F S SHouse and gardens*16 Feb–5 Apr 11–4 M T W T F S S6 Apr–29 Sep 11–5 M T W T F S S30 Sep–3 Nov 11–4 M T W T F S S30 Nov–22 Dec 11–4** . . W T F S STea-room and shop5 Jan–10 Feb 10–3:30 . . . . . S S16 Feb–5 Apr 10–4 M T W T F S S6 Apr–28 Jul 10–5 M T W T F S S29 Jul–1 Sep 10–6 M T W T F S S2 Sep–29 Sep 10–5 M T W T F S S30 Sep–3 Nov 10–4 M T W T F S S6 Nov–20 Dec 10–4 . . W T F . .9 Nov–22 Dec 10–5 . . . . . S SParkOpen all year Dawn–dusk M T W T F S .*Gardens: open from 10:30. **Wednesday to Friday entry by tour only. Last entry one hour before closing.

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Group tours at Tredegar HouseJoin an enthusiastic guide on a fascinating tour of Tredegar House. Find out about the history of the 17th-century mansion house; the flamboyant Morgan family themselves; or see the horticultural highlights of the distinctive formal gardens. Full tour details can be found on our website.



These properties have a limited offer for groups, but are well worth exploring for fascinating short visits that can be worked into your tour itinerary.

Aberconwy HouseCastle Street, Conwy LL32 8AY

This is the only medieval merchant’s house in Conwy to have survived the turbulent history of the walled town over seven centuries. Furnished rooms and helpful volunteers bring different periods in its history alive. Note: nearest toilets 50 yards. Steps to all parts of property. Low light levels.


Bodysgallen Hall Hotel, Restaurant and SpaThe Royal Welsh Way, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 1RS

This Grade I listed 17th-century house, set within 89 hectares (220 acres) of parkland, has the most spectacular views towards Conwy Castle and Snowdonia. The romantic gardens, which have won awards for their restoration, include a rare parterre filled with sweet-smelling herbs, as well as several follies, a cascade, walled garden and formal rose gardens. Beyond, the hotel’s parkland offers miles of stunning walks and views to the coastline. Note: access is for paying guests of the hotel, including for luncheon, afternoon tea and dinner, and the spa. Children over the age of six welcome. Groups welcome to book dining (maximum 30). Various accommodation options. No parking, drop off main entrance, park Llandudno 2 miles.

Contact: 01492 584466. 01492 582519 (fax) or [email protected]. bodysgallen.com

Conwy Suspension BridgeConwy LL32 8LD

Designed in the 1820s by Thomas Telford, this graceful bridge with its beautifully restored tiny toll-keeper’s house has stunning views over the Conwy Estuary. Kept open by a husband and wife at a time when trade and travel brought Conwy to life, it never closed, whatever the weather. Note: sorry no toilet.


The KyminMonmouth, Monmouthshire NP25 3SF

Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton were delighted with this Georgian banqueting house and Naval Temple when they visited in 1802. The Kymin is still a great spot from which to enjoy panoramic views of the Brecon Beacons and Wye Valley. The woods and pleasure grounds are also perfect for picnics. Note: access via steep winding single lane with passing places. No coaches, limited minibus parking.



Plas yn RhiwRhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd LL53 8AB

Nestled on a hillside overlooking Cardigan Bay, Plas yn Rhiw is a beautiful 16th-century manor house with Georgian additions. The house was rescued from neglect and lovingly restored by the three Keating sisters, who bought the property in 1938. The views from the grounds and gardens across the bay are among the most spectacular in Britain. The garden contains many beautiful flowering trees and shrubs, with beds framed by box hedges and grass paths – a real joy to explore and stunning whatever the season. Note: no access for large coaches, other parking by arrangement only.


Tudor Merchant’s HouseQuay Hill, Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 7BX

Over 500 years ago when Tenby was a busy trading port, a merchant built this three-storey house to live in and trade from. Today, the house and shop have been furnished with exquisitely carved replicas and brightly coloured wall-hangings which recreate the atmosphere of life in Tudor Tenby. Note: sorry no toilet. Maximum group size 30.


Tŷ Mawr WybrnantPenmachno, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy LL25 0HJ

Modest 16th-century farmhouse with huge cultural significance. Birthplace to Bishop William Morgan, whose 10-year endeavour to translate the Bible into Welsh helped ensure the survival of the language. You can view an original copy of the 1588 Welsh Bible at the house, which is situated on the old drovers’ road. Note: access via narrow road from Penmachno. Once you reach forestry, follow signs. Please call beforehand to arrange access and parking. We are unable to accommodate large buses.


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Wales - Fastly · 2020-06-10 · 210 Please book all group visits, tours and catering directly with places Bodnant Garden Tal-y-Cafn, near Colwyn Bay, Conwy LL28 5RE A Grade I listed