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Plas Penglais

Three acres of gardens, specimen trees, shrubs and a walled garden. The garden is being slowly restored and is very much a work in progress. The gardens consists of two main lawn areas with large specimen trees, inc many different types of firs, two Himalayan Hemlock trees, a variety of oaks, weeping cyprus, and a monkey puzzle tree. Views of the sea are possible from raised areas of the lawn. Large shrubs are all around the gardens, creating a wonderful walk around a very special space.

Owner Info

  • Aberystwyth University
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About Plas Penglais

Three acres of gardens, specimen trees, shrubs and a walled garden. The garden is being slowly restored and is very much a work in progress. The gardens consists of two main lawn areas with large specimen trees, inc many different types of firs, two Himalayan Hemlock trees, a variety of oaks, weeping cyprus, and a monkey puzzle tree. Views of the sea are possible from raised areas of the lawn. Large shrubs are all around the gardens, creating a wonderful walk around a very special space.

Plas Penglais features

Location details

Plas Penglais,
Penglais,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 3DF

Directions to Plas Penglais
Parking at Aberystwyth Uni, across the road from gardens. Cross the A487 & enter past white lodge house. Walk down the lane. Regret, no parking at house.

Plas Penglais 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. Home-made cakes.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Not all areas are wheelchair accessible.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at Plas Penglais. 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 Plas Penglais, please enquire with the owners for more details.

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

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