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Sgwrs : Cwrdd a'r Prif Arddwr| Meet the Head Gardener

Join us at Dinefwr to meet Alex, our lovely Head Gardener. Ask him al of your burning questions, and let him share his challenges and joys of working in the Garden at Dinefwr.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Alex has been passionate about plants and gardens since he was child and has spent 20yrs in horticulture, much of it in botanic gardens, working under glass. He's participated in plant collecting expeditions in South Africa and Vietnam and spent a year working in the States. Alex is doing wonderful things across Dinefwr and Llanerchaeron, and he cannot wait to tell you all about them.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

All ages welcome

Meeting point

Meet in the Hall of Newton House where Alex will be ready to meet you

What to bring and wear

Whatever you find most comfortable, the talk will lead in to the garden - so rainy weather gear might be useful

Accessibility

There is a gravel path and some areas that are only accessible by steps in the garden

Upcoming events

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Isabel Porch : Hand Printed Wallpaper 

National Trust Dinefwr have commissioned designer Isabel Porch to create a Dinefwr wallpaper design that reflects on the wallpaper collection displayed as part of the Archaeology of Home exhibition at Newton House.

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on
28 Apr 2024 to 28 Feb 2025
at
10:30 to 15:30
+ 306 other dates or times
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Teithiau Ty | House Tours 

Have you ever wondered about the hidden stories of Dinefwr, or wanted to learn a little more about the rich and compelling history of the house? Join us on one of our weekly house tours to get the answers you've been looking for.

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on
30 Apr to 24 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 43 other dates or times
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Dawn Chorus | Taith Cytgan y Wawr 

There is nothing like the sound of the dawn chorus at Dinefwr. Join our Lead Ranger and team for a guided early morning walk to marvel in natures gorgeous cacophony. There's breakfast afterwards, too.

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on
6 May 2024
at
06:00 to 08:00
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May Half Term 

Discover family friendly Dinefwr activities for May half term.

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on
25 May to 2 Jun 2024
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 8 other dates or times