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The Neuadd

The late Robin Herbert and his wife Philippa started work on the garden at The Neuadd in1999 and planted many unusual trees and shrubs in the dramatic setting of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. One of the major features is the walled garden, with both traditional and decorative planting of fruit, vegetables and flowers. Circuit walks of the garden.

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The Neuadd
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The Neuadd

About The Neuadd

The development of the garden at the Neuadd. was begun by Robin and Philippa Herbert when they moved here in 1999 and has become something of an addiction. When they bought it the property had been empty for some years and both house and garden were in a rundown state. However, the spectacular setting and the just discernible layout of the original garden encouraged them to take the plunge. Since then our wonderful team of head gardener Mark and his assistant Chris have achieved great things.

There are spectacular views of the Black Mountains from terraces and look-out points. Paths run the length and breadth of the garden so that circuit walks can be made through the different areas. Rare and unusual trees and shrubs collected by Robin during his time as President of the Royal Horticultural Society are maturing and the work continues.

The latest phase of development is the creation of curved terraces to the north of the house, inspired by a visit to the terrace gardens of Marqueyssac in South West France. Another visit to a famous French garden, Villandry in the Loire valley, encouraged us to develop the walled garden with decorative planting of fruit and vegetables, albeit on a much more modest scale! The garden at the Neuadd is steep, stony, wet, Welsh and quirky. We love it and we hope you will enjoy it too.

The Neuadd features

Location details

The Neuadd,
Crickhowell,
Powys,
NP8 1SP

Directions to The Neuadd
Leave Crickhowell by Llanbedr Rd. At junc with Great Oak Rd bear L, cont up hill for approx 1m, garden on L. Ample parking.

The Neuadd openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas in the courtyard.
Admission Adult: £6.50
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-18:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from May to 1 September for groups of up to 12.

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

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £6.50
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Most of the garden is accessible for wheelchair users, but some steep paths.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Neuadd at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Neuadd. 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 The Neuadd, please enquire with the owners for more details.

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

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