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Visit fairy-tale castles brimming with history, fine country houses and glorious gardens in Wales. From the rocky peaks of (Eryri) Snowdonia to wild unspoilt beaches, enjoy an unforgettable trip to a Celtic land steeped in myths and legends. Croeso i Gymru.

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Aerial view of Dyffryn Gardens, Wales in December

Gardens and parks in Wales 

Visit an amazing collection of gardens and parks in Wales. From walled gardens to arboretums and countryside estates, there’s plenty to explore.

Stars had from an acer tree in front of the mansion house

Houses and buildings in Wales 

Explore magnificent Welsh mansions and their collections, from ancestral homes to buildings designed by renowned architects. Discover the history and tales from bygone days, in breath-taking settings across Wales.

An aerial view of a grey, stone castle with mountains and the sea in the background

Castles and forts in Wales 

Step into a medieval fortress with dungeons at Chirk or visit the home of the Welsh princes at Powis Castle. Discover some of the finest and most famous castles in Wales.

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and other mountain peaks with Hafod y Llan estate in the distance at Eryri (Snowdonia) Wales.

Countryside and woodland in Wales 

Explore dramatic and beautiful valleys, ancient woodlands and river walks or have an adventure through the wild Welsh mountains and visit some of the country’s most iconic peaks.

The view from Dinas Oleu, Wales. 

Coasts and beaches in Wales 

Explore 157 miles of Welsh coastline protected by the National Trust, from long golden beaches to rugged clifftops.

Christmas events and activities

Visitors in the Blue Drawing Room at Christmas at Powis Castle in Powys, Wales

Christmas in Wales 

Whether you’re looking for castles bursting with ornate decorations, places to meet Father Christmas, a day out at a Christmas market or simply enjoy a crisp winter walk, we have plenty of places in Wales for a festive day out.

Family days out

Family playing pooh sticks on a stone bridge at Erddig in Wales

Family days out in Wales 

With fun-filled activities and exciting events, there are plenty of great family days out to be had in Wales. Explore vast Welsh castles, tick off some ’50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities, or let off steam in natural play areas.

Find a walk

Walkers enjoying the views from the top of Dinas Emrys, Snowdonia, Wales

Walking in Wales 

Explore wide open landscapes, gentler coastal strolls or energetic hikes for something a little more challenging. We've rounded up some of the best places to walk in Wales.

Visitors walking through woodland in winter at Llanerchaeron estate in Ceredigion, Wales
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Accessible walks in Wales 

Find out about our multi-use trails at the places we care for across Wales that are pushchair-friendly and perfect for wheelchair users and those with mobility aids.

Top winter walks

Two walkers and two dogs walking through a woodland at Chirk Castle, Wrexham
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Chirk Castle woodland walk 

An easy circular walk among the woodlands and open fields surrounding Chirk Castle. Enjoy great views of the 480-acre parkland, marvel at the grand Davies Gates and meet a 500-year-old sweet chestnut tree.

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DistanceMiles: 2.5 (km: 4)
An otter swimming in the lake at Bosherton Lily Ponds, Stackpole, Pembrokeshire
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Bosherston Lily Ponds trail at Stackpole 

For a walk that's rich in wildlife all year round, discover the Bosherston Lily Ponds trail at Stackpole, where you can also explore the dunes and pools of the Mere Pool Valley behind Broadhaven beach.

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Walking
DistanceMiles: 1 (km: 1.6)
People walking in parkland at Tredegar with trees in the foreground
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Tredegar's lakeside walk 

Discover nature and wildlife on a lakeside walk at Tredegar, suitable for all the family to enjoy. Look out for the resident swans on the lake and low rolling mists along the Oak Avenue during winter mornings.

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Walking
DistanceMiles: 1 (km: 1.6)
A person standing on the coast at Porth Meudwy, Gwynedd
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Porth Meudwy coastal walk 

Blow away the cobwebs on a circular, 3-mile, coastal walk from Aberdaron to Porth Meudwy, a small fishing cove at the tip of the Llŷn Peninsula. Keep a look out for red-legged choughs, the emblem of Llŷn, and masters of flight as they swoop and dive over the coastal cliffs.

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Walking
DistanceMiles: 3 (km: 4.8)

Places to visit with your dog

Children and dog at Bosherston Lake, Stackpole, Pembrokeshire

Dog-friendly places in Wales 

From mountains and beaches, to gardens and parklands, find a dog walk in Wales that both you and your four-legged friend will love. Here’s your guide to some of the best dog-friendly places to visit in Wales.

Volunteering

Volunteers helping with a beach clean at Marloes Sands, Wales

Volunteering in Wales 

Discover how you can make a difference by volunteering at one of the places we look after in Wales, from historic houses to mountains and coastlines.

Volunteer room guide speaking with visitors at Tredegar House, Wales
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Supporter groups in Wales 

Join a supporter group in Wales to support local places through fundraising and volunteering, meet new people and enjoy special interest talks, trips and events.

Latest news

A woman in black weather proof clothes abseils down a green gorge, carrying a small pine sapling in a bright red backpack
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Bodnant Garden gives ‘dinosaur trees’ a Welsh home-from-home as part of new ‘metacollection’ to protect Wollemi pine from extinction 

The National Trust’s Bodnant Garden in North Wales, is joining together with Forestry England to plant critically endangered Wollemi pine trees as part of the first global ‘metacollection’ to save the iconic species from extinction and help protect the biodiversity of wild trees.

A family of three outside the farmhouse at Lords Park Farm in Carmarthenshire
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Search success as National Trust Cymru welcomes new tenants Glasbren, champions of locally grown food, to Welsh coastal farm 

Following a successful search, National Trust Cymru welcome new tenants and champions of locally grown food, Glasbren to Lords Park Farm in Carmarthenshire.

Hand carved new story bench at Cwm Idwal, Eryri (Snowdonia)
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Special bench marks the story of connection and change at Cwm Idwal, Eryri (Snowdonia) 

Three pairs of strangers with a special connection to Cwm Idwal come together to express their hopes and fears for the area in a changing climate. The themes from their conversations inspiring a specially carved bench for visitors to enjoy, located along the path to the lake.

A view across the lawn at Dyffryn Gardens to the magnificent house
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Restored façade revealed and new exhibition opened as scaffolding comes off historic house at Dyffryn Gardens 

Restored façade revealed and new House of Discovery exhibition opened as scaffolding comes off historic house at Dyffryn Gardens.

A close up of the red painting detail on a 2,000 year old vase at Powis Castle.
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Visitors to Powis Castle have rare chance to see 2,000 year old vases up close during once in a decade deep clean. 

Visitors have a rare chance to see six precious 2,000 year old Etruscan vases as they get a once in a decade deep clean at Powis Castle and Gardens.

Timber reclined benches in Mindful Meadow at Chirk Castle
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People and nature thrive at Chirk Castle thanks to the creation of a Mindful Meadow 

0.65 hectares of SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) at Chirk Castle has been improved for people and nature as National Trust Cymru team up with a range of organisations and local charities to create a new Mindful Meadow, where people can connect to nature, improving their health and wellbeing.

Caroline Allfrey, granddaughter to Lady Margaret Myddelton pictured in the portrait
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Myddelton family portraits return to Chirk Castle and go on display for the first time 

An exquisite portrait of Lady Margaret Myddelton and a portrait of Robert Myddelton-Biddulph which were both previously at Chirk, go on display for the first time. The portraits were gifted by the late Lady Aird, daughter of Lady Margaret Myddelton.

Lead ranger David Smith oversees the work at the Eryri tree nursery
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National Trust Cymru grows Celtic rainforests of the future in new tree nursery 

National Trust Cymru has established a new tree nursery, located in a remote area of Wales, to nurture endangered native tree species to help protect the area’s sensitive temperate rainforest environments and tackle the climate crisis.

Eating and shopping

Someone slicing into a Victoria sponge cake

Places to eat and shop in Wales 

Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a hot drink or the perfect gift, you’ll find something at our cafés, tea-rooms and shops in Wales.

A family is sitting on a blanket and having a picnic at The Kymin, Monmouthshire. A child is reaching out to accept some food from another family member.
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Perfect picnic spots in Wales 

Plan the perfect picnic in Wales and eat al fresco on a grand estate, a pretty beach, or a wooded wildlife haven, with views of the great Welsh outdoors.

Places to stay

The exterior of Gwernouau Cottage, Betws-Y-Coed, Gwynedd
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Holiday cottages in Wales 

Cosy or characterful, coast or countryside, discover some of the best holiday cottages in Wales for a perfect break.

Upcoming events

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50 Peth i'w Gwneud - annibynol / 50 Things to do - self led 

Stackpole Estate, near Pembroke, Pembrokeshire

Rhowch gynnig ar 50 peth i’w gwneud cyn eich bod yn 11 a ¾ wrth inni nesáu at dymor yr Hydref a’r Gaeaf. / Have a go at 50 things before you're 11 and 3/4 as the season moves into Autumn and winter.

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5 Dec to 20 Dec 2023
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Paws at Powis 

Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool, Powys

Explore the world famous garden with your four legged friend as dogs are welcome to visit the garden from 4 September to 28 February.

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5 Dec 2023 to 28 Feb 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
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A Treasured Christmas at Powis Castle and Garden 

Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool, Powys

Get into the festive spirit and see the 13th century castle sparkle as lights and decorations illuminate the State Rooms.

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5 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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Christmas wreath-making workshop at Dyffryn Gardens 

Dyffryn Gardens, St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan

Join Rhian Rees from Wild and Fabulous Flowers for a festive workshop in the Gallery. Guided by Rhian, learn how to create beautiful, natural wreaths from greenery harvested by our Gardens Team and take a little piece of Dyffryn home with you.

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5 Dec 2023
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14:00 to 16:00
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Christmas at Dyffryn Gardens 2023 - Decorate Dyffryn 

Dyffryn Gardens, St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan

Enjoy festive events and join in as we decorate Dyffryn ready for Christmas. Discover merry scenes nestled in the gardens, build a snowman, add to our ribbon garlands, enjoy family games and help us fill the garden with Christmas cheer.

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6 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 15:00
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Festive weekends at Erddig 

Erddig, Wrexham

Visit us at weekends between December 2 and 17 for some extra magical Christmas events

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6 Dec to 17 Dec 2023
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11:00 to 15:00
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Christmas house trail at Erddig 

Erddig, Wrexham

'Tis the season to spot gold! Wander through the house and see how many gold items you can find

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6 Dec 2023 to 7 Jan 2024
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11:30 to 14:30
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House of Discovery - exhibition at Dyffryn 

Dyffryn Gardens, St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan

Discover more of Dyffryn’s history and find out how we’re looking after this special place in our new exhibition in the Morning Room of Dyffryn House.

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7 Dec 2023 to 26 Oct 2024
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11:00 to 15:00
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Visitors at the Christmas market at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

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Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.