Hafodunos Hall

Q: Are there plants available for sale?

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

Historic garden undergoing restoration after 30 years of neglect, surrounds a Sir George Gilbert Scott Grade l listed Hall, derelict after arson attack. Unique setting with a ½mile tree-lined drive, formal terraces, woodland walks with ancient redwoods, laurels, yews, lake, streams, waterfalls and a gorge. Wonderful rhododendrons.

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Dr Richard Wood

About Hafodunos Hall

The present owners bought the estate in 2009 and have worked tirelessly over the past 9 years to start bringing these Grade 2 listed gardens back to their former glory. The gardens were so neglected that most of the work has involved clearing work with heavy diggers and chain saws rather than the usual gardening tools – and the heavy work still goes on. Weed trees are being removed, old paths cleared and new paths created to lead the visitors to some of the natural vistas on the estate. Look down into the gorge over part of the Pilgrims` trail and it is easy to imagine those Pilgrims of ancient times walking from Holywell to Bardsey Island. This is a wonderful opportunity to visit and see this grand old garden taking its first steps back to life. A four acre walled garden is part of the 45 acre estate and is waiting to be brought back to productive use.

The formal terraces in front of the house are well on the way to restoration with box and lavender hedges maturing well. Steps lead further down to a stream and de-silted lake where various types of ducks live and a new duck house, made by the owner, is now their home. But how long may it take to restore the Hall until it is a home again? CADW have helped the owners make it safe and try and stop further deterioration but for now they are concentrating on restoring the listed gardens which are thought to contain over 1000 species of indigenous and exotic trees.
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Hafodunos Hall features

Location details

Hafodunos Hall,
Conwy,
Conwy,
LL22 8TY

Directions to Hafodunos Hall
Halfway between Abergele & Llanrwst on A548. Signed from opp Old Stag pub. Parking available onsite.

Hafodunos Hall openings

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

Accessibility

Most areas around the hall are wheelchair accessible by gravel pathways. Some gardens are set on slopes.

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FAQs

Are payment cards accepted at Hafodunos Hall?

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Are coaches allowed at Hafodunos Hall?

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

Is Hafodunos Hall a dog friendly garden?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Hafodunos Hall. 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.

Are there plants available for sale?

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

Is there wheelchair access at Hafodunos Hall?

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

Is this a wildlife garden?

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