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17 Maes y Draenog

A hidden garden, in the shadow of Castell Coch, fed by a mountain stream, with a wooden footbridge to a naturalised, woodland area. There are wonderful late spring flower displays set against a woodland backdrop. Developed over many years with a wide variety of lavender beds and herbaceous borders, summerhouse, patios, greenhouse and vegetable area.

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17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog
17 Maes y Draenog

About 17 Maes y Draenog

Rear central lawn area sloping down to stream with wetland borders and natural wild area to the sides of the stream. Also garden patio surrounded by lavender border and topiary hedging. Seating provided to enjoy the displays and sound of moving water from, the summer house and outside seating areas. Mature well stocked borders to the front of house with additional sunny patio bordered by dry stone walling and borders.

Not suitable for young children and limited access for wheelchair users.

Additional refreshments information: Teas, Coffees, variety of Cakes and pastries
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17 Maes y Draenog features

Location details

17 Maes y Draenog,
Cardiff,
Glamorgan,
CF15 7JL

Directions to 17 Maes y Draenog
From M4 J32, take A4054 into village. R at Lewis Arms pub, up Mill Rd. 2nd R into Catherine Dr. Park in signed area (no parking in Maes y Draenog). Follow signs to garden.

17 Maes y Draenog openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 30 May to 15 June for groups of between 6 and 16.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Not suitable for young children and partial access for wheelchair users.
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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 17 Maes y Draenog. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

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

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at 17 Maes y Draenog, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at 17 Maes y Draenog are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. 17 Maes y Draenog 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.