The Coal Tip Garden is a small personal space created to help us relax. Its main character is enclosure. It is not a flowery garden but is formed out of shrubs and trees- a tapestry with niches being cut in order to place sculpture and to produce a visual rhythm. A key philosophy is using native perennials and repetitive planting leading the eye through the space to the studio.
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The garden is situated below the former coal tip of the Tir Bach mine which is known locally as ‘The Patches’. It has grown out of the need to develop a space to have privacy and peace after working shifts as nurses.
I am also an artist achieving a Masters in Fine Art in 2021. The garden is as much a part of my artistic vision as my visual output and I now have a small garden studio.
4 Clyngwyn Road,
Ystalyfera,
Swansea,
Glamorgan,
SA9 2AE
Directions to 4 Clyngwyn Road
A4067 from Swansea or Brecon, stay on A4067 until r'about to Tesco & take 3rd exit. Turn R up Commercial St, then 2nd R to Alltygrug Rd. Follow yellow signs to Clyngwyn Rd.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
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Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at 4 Clyngwyn Road at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at 4 Clyngwyn Road. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Sorry, 4 Clyngwyn Road does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.
Yes. 4 Clyngwyn Road 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.
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