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Pen-y-Garn

1½ acres set in former limestone quarry sympathetically developed to sit within the landscape, with five distinct areas cultivated herbaceous borders and wild no mow lawns. A shady area with woodland planting and wild ponds; no dig kitchen garden; terraced borders with shrubs and herbaceous planting; lawns and pond. The garden is on several levels with slopes and steps.

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About Pen-y-Garn

11/2 acres in unusual setting within a former limestone quarry, the garden is on a several levels with slopes and steps. Sympathetically developed to sit within the landscape, there are 5 distinct areas with a mixture of wild and cultivated lime loving plants. A shady area with woodland planting & wild ponds; organic no-dig kitchen garden with fruit and vegetables; terraced borders with shrubs and herbaceous planting; fedges, lawns ornamental pond; and a wild garden with views across the old quarry workings.
The garden has been restored and developed over the last 12 years in our ownership with much grown from seed, propagation and cuttings from friends’ gardens. Mary-Ann looks after the garden and Mike the grass and builds things.

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Garden is steep in places.

Website:

https://www.instagram.com/pen_y_garn

Pen-y-Garn features

  • Autumn Colours
  • Cashless
  • Cottage Garden
  • Countryside Views
  • Groups Welcome
  • Historical Garden
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Tours Welcome
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Pen-y-Garn,
Carmarthen,
Carmarthenshire,
SA14 7EU

Directions to Pen-y-Garn
Take 1st L to Foelgastell R at T-junc 300 metres sharp L, 300 metres 1st gateway on L. A48 S Bot. Gdns turning r'about R to Porthythyd 1st L before T junc. 1m 1st R & 300 metres on L.

Pen-y-Garn 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.
Admission Adult: £4.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:30-16:30

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.
Admission Adult: £4.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:30-16:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from June to August for groups of up to 20.

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

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £4.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Pen-y-Garn at this time.

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

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Pen-y-Garn, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Pen-y-Garn does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Pen-y-Garn 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.