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Monmouth Gardens

Five very different town gardens open under the banner of Monmouth Gardens. The Nelson Garden dates back to Roman times, and as the name suggests has links with Lord Nelson. St Johns, in Glendower St is a charming walled garden which has undergone extensive restoration with a sunken central lawn and deep herbaceous borders. Entrance to both these gardens is via Chippenham Fields. Cornwall House opens with the group for the second time this year. The beautiful walled garden and productive kitchen garden date from the C17. North Parade House is a hidden gem with a surprisingly large and secluded walled garden with mature specimen trees, herbaceous borders and a kitchen garden. Another garden opening for the second time this year is a re-wilding project by garden designer Cheryl Cummings.

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Monmouth Gardens
Monmouth Gardens
Monmouth Gardens
Monmouth Gardens
Monmouth Gardens
Monmouth Gardens
Monmouth Gardens
Monmouth Gardens

About Monmouth Gardens

The Monmouth Gardens group go from strength to strength, now with five very different gardens all opening on the same day.
The Nelson Garden dates back to Roman times and when Lord Nelson visited Monmouth in 1802 he took tea there with Lady Hamilton. The memorial pavilion (1840) marks this visit.
St Johns, Glendower St is a beautiful, classic walled garden with views over Chippenham Fields and has undergone sympathetic restoration in recent years. It has a sunken central lawn and deep herbaceous borders. There are several mature trees of note. Entrance to both these gardens is via Chippenham Fields.
Cornwall House garden joined the Monmouth group in 2024. The garden dates back to the 17th century and is the last remaining privately occupied house in the main shopping street of Monmouth. The garden is a beautiful example of a walled garden with an adjoining kitchen garden with espalier fruit trees. Access to the garden is via Monnow Street carpark.
North Parade House, Hereford Road is a surprisingly large and secluded walled garden with mature specimen trees, herbaceous borders and a productive kitchen garden. Round the corner from North Parade House is another garden that joined the group in 2024. The garden, owned by garden designer, Cheryl Cummings, is in the process of re-wilding and she has developed a large pond. The result is a delightful garden which is a real contrast to the formality of walled gardens. The pond area attracts wildlife and is a tranquil spot to sit and rest.
To ensure visitors find all these hidden gems the organiser has produced an easy to use map to support the opening.

Monmouth Gardens features

Location details

Monmouth Gardens,
Monmouth,
Gwent,
NP25 3EN

Directions to Monmouth Gardens
Parking at Monnow St Car Park. What3words app: rejoin.shape.hindering. Please follow signage throughout Monmouth to the gardens.

Monmouth Gardens openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at North Parade House and St Johns.
Admission Adult: £10.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:30-17:30

Accessibility

  • Some gardens may not be accessed by wheelchair users due to steps at the entrances.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at Monmouth Gardens. 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.

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

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

Yes. Monmouth Gardens 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.