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Penybont

Carefully designed hillside country garden next to the Ystwyth Forest overlooking the valley. An acre of interest with continuity of colour and textures from spring bulbs and bluebells, rhododendrons and azaleas through May, roses from June and a Mediterranean summer feel with swathes of lavender, grapevines and lots of different hydrangeas in bright blues, whites and pinks. On the Ystwyth Trail.

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About Penybont

In spectacular countryside with Red Kites and Buzzards above, walk through a continuity of seasonal colour, sweeping lawns, stone paths and leafy textures.
Original oak seats to rest and enjoy the peaceful views.
We welcome visitors anytime we’re home from May-September.
Special weekend opening for Lavender, Hydrangeas & Roses in July.
May-June displays colourful Hybrid Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Irises.
In July hundreds of Lavender with a large collection of Roses.
Lots of bright blue and white Hydrangeas in August with swathes of Crocosmia amongst dark and light leaved Acers. An amazing collection of foliage shades & textures.
Hard landscaping using stone, gravel and wood.
Lily Pond with rockery cascade surrounded by Acers, Bamboo, Cotinus, Hostas.
Walk up our field to a panorama of the Ystwyth valley, Roman hill forts and sheep!
Just below the property, lean on the wooden footbridge and enjoy the peaceful Nant Cwm Tarw stream or watch the birds. A spectacular carpet of wild woodland bluebells in late May.

Penybont is on the Ystwyth Cycle Trail (Aberystwyth-Tregaron).
http://www.discoverceredigion.co.uk/English/what/cycling/Pages/Ystwyth-Trail.aspx

There are miles of forest walks directly from Penybont.
Plus a riverside campsite/cottage at: http://www.dolauafon.com
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Location details

Penybont,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 4BJ

Directions to Penybont
Ystwyth Valley. 9 m SE of Aberystwyth. B4340 via Trawscoed towards Pontrhydfendigaid. Over stone bridge. ¼m up hill. Turn R along Lane/Ystwyth Trail past ex forestry houses.

Penybont openings

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

Accessibility

  • Sloping ground, lawns, gravel paths. Only partial wheelchair access.
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FAQs

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

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

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

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

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

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