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Gwaenynog

Two acres inc the restored walled garden where Beatrix Potter wrote and illustrated the Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies. Also a small exhibition of some of her work. Long herbaceous borders and island beds, some recently replanted, espalier fruit trees, rose pergola and vegetable area. C16 house (not open) visited by Dr Samuel Johnson during his Tour of Wales.

Owner Info

  • Major & Mrs Tom Smith
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About Gwaenynog

Two acres inc the restored walled garden where Beatrix Potter wrote and illustrated the Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies. Also a small exhibition of some of her work. Long herbaceous borders and island beds, some recently replanted, espalier fruit trees, rose pergola and vegetable area. C16 house (not open) visited by Dr Samuel Johnson during his Tour of Wales.

Gwaenynog features

  • Children Very Welcome
  • Cottage Garden
  • Countryside Views
  • Historical Garden
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wheelchair access

Location details

Gwaenynog,
Denbigh,
Denbighshire,
LL16 5NU

Directions to Gwaenynog
On A543, Lodge on L, ¼m drive.

Gwaenynog openings

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.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Refreshments in aid of St James Church, Nantglyn.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair users will need to negotiate grass paths.
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FAQs

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

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Gwaenynog at this time.

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

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Gwaenynog, please enquire with the owners for more details.

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

Gwaenynog is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.