Long Term Open Gardens

Visits by arrangement 1 June to 28 Sept for groups of 5 to 40. Highfield Farm Garden is a celebration of plants. There are over 1400 cultivars, with many rarities, densely planted over three acres and set within the majestic Monmouthshire landscape. It offers an exuberant display across the seasons, providing an intimate, immersive experience […]

Visits by arrangement May to Oct for groups of 8+. Refreshments and guided talk by the owner inc in adm. A hidden gem of nearly three acres owner designed in sympathy with its surroundings and the challenges of being 650ft up on a north facing hillside. Far-reaching views of the magnificent Black Mountains, mature trees, […]

Visits by arrangement 5 May to 30 Sept for groups of up to 15. An exotic small garden full of unusual and large plants and a pond. Banana plants, tree ferns, gunnera, Tetrapanax and a foxglove tree surround the garden. Ferns, Phormium, Brunnera, Brugmansia, Cordyline and giant reed add interest to the garden. An area […]

Visits by arrangement 7 Apr to 30 Sept for groups of up to 25. Situated in the heart of the Lower Wye Valley, amongst the ancient habitat of woodland, rocks and streams, these three acres can be viewed from a lookout tower. The garden features bluebells, specialist hydrangeas as well as unusual plants and trees […]

Visits by arrangement May to Sept. Approx. two acre garden developed over the last 18 years with extensive lawns, colour filled herbaceous and mixed borders, on several levels, a bog garden and magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. There are many unusual trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants, with an interesting collection of hydrangeas This garden […]

Visits by arrangement Apr to Sept. A cascade of secluded gardens of distinct character over 1½ acres. Magnificent, unusual trees, interesting shrubs, perennials and annuals. Choices at every turn, visitors are well rewarded as hidden delights and surprises are revealed. Well placed seats encourage a relaxed pace to fully appreciate the garden’s treasures. Admission: £5, […]

Visits by arrangement Apr to Sept for groups of 5 to 20. Limited parking therefore car sharing is appreciated. A ¾ acre garden set on a steep slope designed to sit comfortably within a verdant countryside environment with beautiful scenery and tranquil woodland setting. A spring garden with lily pond, selection of plants and shrubs […]

Visits by arrangement 7 Apr to 27 Sept. Large early C19 garden on site of medieval nunnery, renovated and replanted since 1989. Large pool, bog garden, formal water garden, rose and shrub borders, gravel gardens, rose arbour, allegorical labyrinth and mount, all exhibiting fine plantsmanship. Year-round appeal, interesting and unusual plants. Admission: £5, children free. […]

Visits by arrangement 1 Apr to 21 Sept for groups of 8 to 20. A medium sized, much loved garden. Owners share a passion for plants and structure, each year the lawn gets smaller to allow for the acquisition of new features. Hostas, ferns, acers and other trees form the central woodland theme as a […]

Visits by arrangement 15 Jan to 16 Dec. Llysdinam Gardens are among the loveliest in mid Wales, especially noted for a magnificent display of rhododendrons and azaleas in May. Covering some 6 acres, they command sweeping views down the Wye Valley. Successive family members have developed the gardens over the last 150 years to inc […]

Visits by arrangement 19 Feb to 24 Sept for groups of 10 to 25. A 4 acre garden on a sloping hillside overlooking the Upper Clwyd Valley. The garden has many mature trees underplanted with snowdrops, fritillaries and cyclamen. An Italianate garden of box hedging lies below the house and shrubs, ponds, perennials, roses and […]

Visits by arrangement. Informal ½ acre mature garden on acid soil, designed to give natural effect with balance of form and colour between various areas linked by lawns; unusual trees suited to small suburban garden, especially conifers and maples; rock and water garden. Admission: £5, children free. Home-made teas. NGS Find a Garden Link: findagarden.ngs.org.uk/garden/31938/31938 […]

Visits also by arrangement Apr to Sept for groups of 2 to 15. A ⅓ acre taking account of its Welsh hillside. Aesthetically pleasing, this eco-friendly garden has much to discover. From herbs, fruit and vegetable to shrubs and perennials, trees, mini meadow and orchard. Plants to note inc cranesbills, hydrangeas, clematis and wisteria. We […]

Visits by arrangement 30 Mar to 28 Sept. Refreshments and bee keeping advice by arrangement. Large eco friendly garden. In the front, shrubbery, mixed flower beds and roses surround a mature copper beech. Six steps lead to the largely productive back garden which has an apiary in the orchard, fruit, vegetables, flowers and a polytunnel. […]

Visits by arrangement 31 Mar to 31 Oct for groups of 10+. Yr Hen Felin: Beautiful cottage garden with stunning borders, breathtaking wildflower meadows, oak tree with surrounding bench, 200 year old pig sty, wishing well, secret garden with steps to river, lovingly tended vegetable garden and chickens, sheep and alpacas. Mill stream running through […]

Visits by arrangement 19 May to 30 Sept for groups of 6 to 30. Just four years ago this garden was an overgrown field, but now with hedges, trees, shrubs, grasses, perennials and roses planted, it is already developing character and interest. A large wildlife pond, filled with aquatic plants and surrounded with tons of […]

Visits by arrangement Apr to Sept for groups of 5 to 20. Ponthafren is a registered charity that provides a caring community to promote positive mental health and wellbeing for all. Open door policy so everyone is welcome. Interesting community garden on banks of River Severn run and maintained totally by volunteers: sensory garden with […]

Visits by arrangement 5 May to 30 Sept for groups of up to 20 A tranquil, rural garden developing on a tight budget around mature trees, shrubs and ponds. Highlights inc kitchen garden, flower beds, bluebell banks, a mini woodland walk and plenty of seating. New features for 2025 inc a fernery and 75sqm mixed […]

Visits by arrangement 1 Jan to 19 Dec. Guided tours available. A large, serene woodland garden with extensive plantings to complement the existing natural trees and shrubs. Numerous paths lead to, a small lake with many ducks in residence, the ‘hobbit house’ and adjoining large stumpery, and the acer grove. Hydrangeas and hellebores are widespread […]

Visits by arrangement Apr to Sept for groups of 5+ A three acre landscaped garden at 1000′ with stunning panoramic views of mid Wales. Large ponds with abundance of wildlife, unusual specimen trees, daffodils, bluebells, rhododendrons and raised vegetable beds and greenhouses growing seasonal veg. Designed to cope with exposed altitude with minimal maintenance and […]

Visits by arrangement July to Sept for groups of 5 to 99. Deep borders filled with roses, fuschias, pelargoniums, annuals and flowering shrubs surround the house which is itself adorned with pots, hanging baskets and climbing roses. At the back there is a lawn with Japanese maples and a kitchen garden for vegetables, fruit and […]

Visits by arrangement May to Sept for groups of 15 to 40. Discuss refreshments when booking. Y Felin Rhyd Hir (Melin Bodfel) is a stone built water-powered corn mill. The composite overshot waterwheel, with cast iron shrouds has been fully renovated. It was supplied by a now restored mill pond to the north of the […]

Visits by arrangement May to Sept for groups of 5 to 12. The 2½ acre garden inc a courtyard cottage garden, Mediterranean and gravel gardens, vegetable plots, lawns, beds and borders, all at various stages of development. There are a number of yews, ancient oaks, beech and Wellingtonia. Admission: £5, children free. Tea, coffee & […]