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1 Glanrafon

An acre of secluded organic garden: mix of wild and cultivated. This steeply sloping, densely planted wildlife garden with hundreds of varieties of shrubs and perennials has been evolving since 2013. Very productive raised veg beds, greenhouse with ornamental and edible crops, fruit cages, mixed borders and large pond. Perfect for garden photographers, picnics and wildlife.

Owner Info

  • Margaret Herbert
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About 1 Glanrafon

Our garden of approx 1 acre is an experimental wildlife-enthusiast and plants-person’s paradise. The sloping south-facing borders are packed with hundreds of varieties of shrubs and perennials mostly propagated over the last 10 years.

On the lower level a large lawn is partly mown and partly long grass with meadow flowers and winding paths, with the beautiful backdrop of the surrounding woodland and the stunning redwoods of the neighbouring sculpture park. A large pond with iris and water lilies often attracts herons and kingfishers.

On the upper level is a yard with chickens and ducks; a large greenhouse always well planted with ornamental and edible crops and a productive garden with fruit trees and bushes and vegetables growing alongside ornamental plants. I am experimenting with growing numerous edimental plants throughout the garden.

The steep slopes, partly terraced, between the two levels are densely planted with shrubs and herbaceous flowering plants.

This is a perfect garden for artists, garden photographers, or to spend time in with a book or a picnic, and all are very welcome.

There is plenty of shelter overlooking various angles of the garden should it rain!
Wheelchairs can access the upper and lower levels via separate gates.

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Location details

1 Glanrafon,
Oswestry,
Shropshire,
SY10 0LU

Directions to 1 Glanrafon
From Llanfyllin, follow brown signs to Lake Vyrnwy. Through village of Llanwddyn & turn L across dam then L past Artisans Cafe. Park in public car park by playground. Follow yellow signs to garden.

1 Glanrafon openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access to upper and lower levels via access road and separate gate. Car parking strictly for blue badge holders at sculpture park.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Yes, coaches are accepted at 1 Glanrafon. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at 1 Glanrafon are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. 1 Glanrafon seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.