Gardens to visit in the Wales
see these pages for England or Scotland
Here are some links to gardens to visit, either locally or whist on holiday in Wales. The sites we list include other sites recommending gardens as well as individual gardens.
The gardens listed include gardens which have limited access for people to visit, as well as other gardens open to the public all the year round - so check the opening times of particular gardens before going.
Wales
| Dewstow | Hidden Gardens
and Grottoes of Dewstow - The hidden gardens and grottoes of Dewstow - currently undergoing recovery - there are plans to open
to the public in the future and currently offering group visits - check website for details.
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| Dyffryn Fernant, Pembrokeshire | Dyffryn Fernant Garden
- A medium sized private country garden.
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| Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire | Hilton Court
- Over looking St Brides bay in Pembrokeshire, 12 acres of lakes and gardens of outstanding beauty. Walks through 250 year old
woodland across rustic bridges.
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| Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire | The National Botanic
Garden of Wales - A place of international significance dedicated to conservation, horticulture, science, education, leisure
and the arts. As a landmark Millennium project, the Garden of Wales links the history of the last millennium with the present.
It is set in the former 18th century regency park of Middleton Hall in Carmarthenshire, a 568 acre estate on the edge of the Tywi
valley. The Garden enjoys a pollution free environment, spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and a rich cultural heritage.
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General information sites
Garden History and Garden Tours - International guide to gardens to visit - includes large number of UK gardens.
National Gardens Scheme - The Charity behind the Yellow Book of gardens open to the public. Often small and usual gardens open just one or two days a year. The site includes the GardenFinder database for finding gardens to visit.
National Trust - Lists the gardens and property owned by the National Trust in England, Wales or Northern Ireland.
UK Database of Historic Parks and Gardens - Produced by the University of York - covers England, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Does not say much about the Parks/Garden listed but is fairly comprehsive and gives link to relevant website.
