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Llanerchaeron
An elegant Georgian villa, designed by architect John Nash in 1790, complete with a walled garden, farmyard lake and wild parkland. Remarkably unaltered for over 200 years.
Ciliau Aeron, near Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG
Opening times for 26 July 2025
Asset Opening time House 11:00 - 15:30 Gardens, farmyard & lake 10:00 - 16:30 Café 10:00 - 16:00 Geler Jones Collection 10:00 - 15:30 Visitor reception and second hand bookshop 10:00 - 16:00 Car Park 09:30 - 17:00 Woodland walks Open all day The house, gardens, farmyard, Geler Jones Collection, lake, second-hand bookshop & Conti’s cafe are open from Wednesday to Sunday each week during the main season (please note last entry is at 4pm). During Easter, May half term and the Summer holidays we will be open 7 days a week.
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Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £11.00 £10.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £5.50 £5.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £27.50 £25.00 1 adult, 2 children £16.50 £15.00 Group (Adult 18+) £8.00 Car Park
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- Available for functions
- Bookshop
Second-hand bookshop located in Visitor Centre.
- Café
- Car park
- Dogs allowed
Dogs on leads welcome in walled gardens, lake, pleasure grounds, farmyard, carpark, visitor centre and cafe. Not allowed in Villa (House).
- Family friendly
- Licensed for civil weddings
- Picnic area
- Plant shop
Produce from Llanerchaeron's walled garden for sale in the Visitor Centre.
- Toilet
Toilets are available at the back of Visitor Centre, located next to Conti’s Café.
There are Blue Badge spaces in the car park, ramps up to the main site and gravel pathways. You can watch video of the upper floors of the house in the Billiard Room. There are accessible toilets in the visitor centre and on-site. Wheelchairs are available.
- Accessible toilet
- Braille (guide or menu)
- Designated parking
- Induction loop
- Level access to food outlet
- Level access/terrain
- Ramped access/slopes
- Seating available
- Steps/uneven terrain
- Virtual tour
- Wheelchairs available
Manual wheelchair available for use in reception
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- By road
Llanerchaeron is situated 2.8 miles east from the centre of Aberaeron, along the A482.
- On foot
Walk or cycle the 2½ mile path from Aberaeron to Llanerchaeron along old railway line. The route is called the Allt y Graig Woodland Trail.
- By bus
The T1 bus from Aberystwyth leaves every hour and takes you to Aberaeron. The T5 and X50 from Cardigan to Aberaeron every 1.5 hours. Llanerchaeron is 2½ mile from Aberaeron.
- Cycling
Walk or cycle the 2½ mile path from Aberaeron to Llanerchaeron along old railway line. The route is called the Allt y Graig Woodland Trail.
Planning your visit
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Visiting Llanerchaeron with your dog
Enjoy a day out in nature with your dog at Llanercheron. Find out where you can and can't take them and the facilities available.
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Venue hire
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Weddings at Llanerchaeron
If you’re looking for a wedding venue filled with historic authenticity and Welsh charm, Llanerchaeron is available for civil ceremonies and wedding receptions.
Highlights
Georgian Villa
An elegant Georgian Villa, designed by architect John Nash.
Parkland and lake
Estate with waymarked paths and wildlife-rich woodland surrounding the River Aeron and protected as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Walled garden
Built in the late 18th century the walled garden has been producing fruit and vegetables for over 200 years.
Farmyard
A traditional Welsh farmyard which is home to a variety of Welsh breeds.
Spotlight events
Summer of Play at Llanerchaeron
Make Llanerchaeron part of your family’s story this summer. Whether you’re rediscovering an old favourite or visiting for the first time, there’s always something to enjoy. Let the kids zoom around on balance bikes, explore the grass mazes and uncover hidden stories inside the historic villa. The Stables is perfect for a rainy-day pause, there’s the tree trail and grass maze to discover in the garden and always a friendly animal to meet on the farm. Llanerchaeron is open daily from 16 July – 31 August. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.
Things to see and do
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Visiting the Garden at Llanerchaeron
The Walled Garden at Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion has been growing delicious food for over 200 years. When you visit you can buy fresh produce to take home with you.
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Family days out at Llanerchaeron
Enjoy a day out exploring a traditional Welsh estate. Visit the animals in the farmyard, take a stroll around the redbrick walled garden and take a moment to pause by the ornamental lake. Let the little ones explore nature, spot local wildlife and take part in our seasonal activities.
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Visiting the John Nash villa at Llanerchaeron
Llanerchaeron’s Georgian villa created by architect John Nash makes the most of the views across the picturesque Aeron valley. Discover a complete service courtyard at the back of the house.
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Exploring the estate at Llanerchaeron
You can enjoy a walk and see a variety of wildlife year-round at Llanerchaeron in the parkland, woods, meadows and of course the working farmyard.
Top trails
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Aberystwyth to Mynachdy’r Graig walk
This challenging walk takes you from the seaside splendour of Aberystwyth to the former monastic grange of Mynachdy’r Graig.
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Cwm Tydu to Cwm Soden butterfly walk
Take a circular cliff-top walk from the little bay of Cwm Tydu to Cwm Soden near Llanerchaeron, spotting butterflies and a variety of other wildlife along the way.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Llanerchaeron
Located on the banks of the river Aeron is Llanerchaeron's second-hand bookshop and Conti's Cafe. A lovely spot to browse for your next great read or enjoy a drink in this picturesque riverside spot.
Places to stay
Abermydyr
The ultimate woodland retreat, this fairy-tale cottage nestles in the Aeron Valley.
Pontbrenmydyr
A delightful vernacular cottage with a little bit of history in all its nooks and crannies.
Upcoming events
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Parkrun | Llanerchaeron
Mae Llanerchaeron yn gwesteio 'Parkrun' am 9yb pob Dydd Sadwrn, dewch at eich gilydd i redeg, cerdded neu loncian. | Llanerchaeron hosts parkrun at 9am sharp, every Saturday morning, get together, walk, run or jog.
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Haf o Hwyl | Summer of Play at Llanerchaeron
Ymunwch a'r hwyl yn Llanerchaeron am ddiwrnodau o hwyl i'r teulu cyfan | Join in the fun at Llanerchaeron this summer for an action packed programme for the whole family.
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Gwyl Archaeoleg | Festival of Archaeology at Llanerchaeron
Darganfyddiadau archaeolegol i'w gweld am y tro cyntaf, teithiau cerdded treftadaeth a gweithgareddau i blant *** Discover archaeological finds on display for the first time, join guided heritage walks, and enjoy hands-on fun for young explorers.
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Taith gerdded hanesyddol | History walks at Llanerchaeron
Ymunwch mewn taith drwy'r parcdir i ddysgu mwy am Llanerchaeron | Join in one of the Festival of Archaeology Walks to learn more about the history of Llanerchaeron.
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Crefftwyr Ceredigion | Ceredigion Craft Makers at Llanerchaeron
Bydd Llanerchaeron yn croesawu grŵp cydweithredol o grefftwyr a dylunwyr i arddangos eu creadigaethau arbennig | Llanerchaeron welcomes a talented co-operative of local artists, designers, and craftspeople, to showcase their handmade creations
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Dydd Mercher Gwyllt | Wild Wednesdays at Llanerchaeron
Ymunwch â ni ar gyfer Dydd Mercher Gwyllt yn Llanerchaeron yr haf hwn - antur wythnosol i fyd natur | Join us for Wild Wednesdays this summer – a weekly adventure into the wonders of nature!
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Dewch i ddysgu am archaeoleg | Sand tray archaeology at Llanerchaeron
Cyfle i ddysgu sut mae archaeolegwyr yn mynd ati i ddarganfod arteffactau mewn gweithgaredd yng nghwrt y gweision | Learn how archaeologist go about their craft with an activity in the servant's courtyard.
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Crefftio: Arddangosfa yn Llanerchaeron | Crafted: An exhibition at Llanerchaeron
Arddangosfa sy'n tynnu sylw at yr eitemau pren cain o fewn Casgliad Pamela Ward yn Llanerchaeron | An exhibition that shines a spotlight on the wooden items within the Pamela Ward Collection at Llanerchaeron.
About Llanerchaeron
Discover the elegant, Georgian villa at Llanerchaeron. Originally designed by the famous architect John Nash in the 1790s, the house has remained largely unaltered for over 200 years. Explore the servant’s courtyard (including a dairy, laundry, brewery and salting house), as well as our refreshed rooms and displays including the Pamela Ward collection. This traditional Welsh, country estate offers peaceful walks around the redbrick walled garden, ornamental lake and wild parkland. Meet the animals in the traditional farmyard, including Welsh cobs, Welsh pigs, poultry and geese. Find out more about our traditional flock of a rare breed local sheep, called Llanwenog. Dogs are welcome on site to explore the walled garden, pleasure grounds, lake and farmyard. Please keep dogs on leads at all times, pick up any mess and follow our 'Canine Code'.
History
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History of Llanerchaeron
For over three centuries Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion was home to ten generations of the Lewis/Lewes family. Discover how each generation contributed to the estate as you see it today.
Art and collections
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Llanerchaeron's collections
At Llanerchaeron explore Pamela Ward’s eclectic collection of antiques and Geler Jones’s treasure trove of early 20th-century agricultural and domestic machinery.
Our work
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Conservation work at Llanerchaeron
Conservation work has been taking place at Llanerchaeron to restore the pleasure grounds to their former glory and reinvigorate meadows and grassland.
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Saving rare butterflies at Cwm Soden
A habitat restoration and creation project is under way in a bid to save a rare butterfly’s natural home in Ceredigion on the coastal slopes of Cwm Soden.
Support us
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Volunteering at Llanerchaeron
Volunteers at Llanerchaeron play an important role in caring for the villa and garden and providing visitors with a memorable experience.