Dinefwr

The millpond at Dinefwr

National Nature Reserve, historic house and 18th-century landscape park, enclosing a medieval deer park

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Tire out little feet on a winter walk a Dinefwr

Awesome Autumn Adventures in Dinefwr 

Autumn is arguably the time of year where Dinefwr Park looks at its most spectacular. Take a look at what we have in store for you.

Fallow deer graze the ancient pasture at Dinefwr

Dinefwr Park 

“If you take a handful of the soil of Dinefwr and squeeze it in your hand, the juice that will flow from your hands is the essence of Wales.” - Wynford Vaughan Thomas.

Newton House at Dinefwr, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales

Newton House 

Discover the history of Newton House. This 'hands-on' mansion provides an atmospheric circa 1912 experience. Exhibitions on the first floor tell Dinefwr's story and inspire you to explore the castle and park.

Dinefwr Castle

Dinefwr Castle 

There are fabulous views from Dinefwr Castle. It was the capital of Deheubarth under Lord Rhys, a key figure in Welsh history. Discover more about Dinefwr castle and the story of the Princes of Deheubarth on the Cadw site.

Newton House roof space

Guided Tours and Talks 

One of the best ways to get an insight in to the story of Dinefwr is through our regular Guided tours.

Dinefwr White Park Cow

Rarest of the rare 

Our famous herd of White Park Cattle have a fascinating history that dates back to the year 920.

A female fallow deer at Dinefwr

Dinefwr Park wildlife walk, Carmarthenshire 

This parkland walk takes in some of the estate’s great wildlife-spotting places, as well as a fascinating medieval castle and 17th-century mansion.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Enchanted Forest Trail

Sat 07 Sep 2019
10:00-16:00
Discover the magical properties of Dinefwr's trees this autumn on our Enchanted Forest Trail.

Art Exhibition: Miranda Rhys

Sat 07 Sep 2019
10:00-17:00
We are delighted to be exhibiting the recent works of artist Miranda Rhys at the Black Raven Gallery.

House Conservation Short Talks

Mon 09 Sep 2019
14:00-14:30
Ever wondered what it takes to protect and conserve a 17th century mansion and its collection?

Conservation short talks

Tue 10 Sep 2019
14:00-14:30
Here at National Trust, conservation is at the heart of everything we do. Join us for a conservation short talk every Tuesday and get an insight as to what it takes to protect our special places and collections.

Conservation in Action: Newton House

Wed 11 Sep 2019
13:30-14:30
Go behind the scenes at Newton House and see our team of conservators at work.

Mini Rangers Academy

Sat 21 Sep 2019
10:00-12:00
Join our Mini Ranger Academy at Dinefwr and learn all about what it takes to be a Ranger on a National Nature Reserve.
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Eating and shopping

Round up your visit with us

Family drink tea in the inner courtyard

Eating at Dinefwr 

We're very proud of our food and catering offer here at Dinefwr. Whether you're after a quick cuppa whilst exploring our trails, a sit down refreshment as you watch the grazing cattle, or some home grown produce from our shop to take home.

Inner Courtyard Shop at Dinefwr

Shopping at Dinefwr 

Pop into our shop and pick up some beautiful mementos or tasty treats to remember your experience at Dinefwr.

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Our work

Looking after our Special Places.

Fountain Garden at Dinefwr Black and White
Portrait conservation at Newton House
Volunteers surveying the hay meadow at Dinefwr
Flowers in meadow
Bluebells at Dinefwr with Newton House in background
Ranger work at Dinefwr

Fundraising for our Fountain Garden 

One of our conservation ambitions for Dinefwr is the restoration of our Fountain Garden. Find out what we're doing and how you can lend a hand too.

Blog: Newton House Conservation 

This January, the National Trust team at Dinefwr will be working hard to carry out important conservation work inside our very special buildings. Go behind the scenes with our Senior Conservation Assistant.

Going wild for our wildflower hay meadows 

Ranger Sarah is wild about our flowering hay-meadows at Dinefwr

Conservation Grazers 

Conservation machines. Our cattle are our best tool for conserving our flowering hay meadows.

Conservation in Carmarthenshire  

Find out about some of the conservation projects we're working on here in Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire volunteering  

We care for a range of special places; from Parklands and Gold Mines to Historic Houses, farmland and pubs. But we couldn't do it without our volunteers.

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Learning

Volunteers dressed up as Victorian servants

Learning at Dinefwr 

With over 2,000 years’ worth of history, an 800 acre parkland and an 18th century mansion house, Dinefwr Park is a wonderful location for any school visit.

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Places to stay

The exterior of Home Farm Farmhouse, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire

Home Farm Farm House, Llandeilo 

Located within the Dinefwr Park estate on the border of Brecon Beacons National Park, this holiday cottage is the perfect base for an active break. With lots of outdoor activities to try, from hiking to mountain biking, the park is a fantastic destination for all the family.

The exterior of Penparc, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire

Penparc, Llandeilo 

Built from local stone, Penparc is on the edge of Dinefwr Park with a private garden overlooking the valley.

The sitting area at Dinefwr Bunkhouse, Wales

Dinefwr Bunkhouse, Carmarthenshire 

This 16-sleeper bunkhouse was originally part of the living quarters for the female servants of the Dinefwr Park estate. Today the bunkhouse offers a stylishly rustic stay complete with stone walls, wooden floorboards, exposed beams and a log-burner. It has a patio area too where you can gather the group for a summer BBQ and lookout over the sweeping deer park below. The surrounding estate is packed with history, including Dinefwr’s mighty castle and two Roman forts.

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