Top 5 Gardens in Carmarthenshire, Wales

Garden of four acres closely planted with many rare trees,shrubs and perennials open to the public for the National Garden Scheme, a charity which benefits mainly cancer and nursing charities. We are open most days, but it is advisable to check our phone message to avoid disappointment. Llwyngarreg continues to develop further, delighting plant lovers with its many rarities incl species Primulas, many bamboos with Roscoeas, Hedychiums and Salvias extending the season through to riotous autumn colour. Trees and rhododendrons have been underplanted with perennials. The sunken garden for tender/exotic gems and gravel terraces with formal pool continues to mature. Springs form a series of linked ponds across the main garden, providing colourful bog gardens.

The National Botanic Garden of Wales covers 568 acres of the beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside. Here you’ll find Lord Foster's glasshouse as its centrepiece, the British Bird of Prey Centre, an inspiring range of themed gardens and a national nature reserve. The Garden is a fascinating blend of the modern and historical, all set in a Regency landscape which provides the stage for a packed programme of events and courses throughout the year.

Aberglasney was made famous by the BBC television series "A Garden Lost in Time" which followed its restoration. Today it is quite simply one of Wales' finest gardens. A renowned plantsman's paradise with a unique Elizabethan cloister garden at its heart, Aberglasney offers the opportunity to explore more than 10 acres of ancient gardens as well as the award winning Ninfarium: a special indoor garden filled with exotic plants from around the world. The gardens and the fully restored ground floor of Aberglasney's grade II* listed mansion offer a stunning venue for exhibitions and events. Aberglasney Gardens, the highly regarded tearooms, our shop and plant sales area are OPEN EVERY DAY (except Christmas Day.)The gardens are largely wheelchair friendly, (wheelchairs can be pre-booked.)

A private Victorian house, set in a secluded location on the outskirts of Llanelli, virtually unchanged since the 19th century. Still under restoration, the house contains a fine collection of paintings by the current owner's great-grandfather and his artist friends and contemporaries. There is plenty for families to enjoy here, with a tower to be climbed if the weather is dry. The woodland gardens contain an interesting collection of plants which favour the mild climate and acid soil found here. Tours are open to the public on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month between April and September. The tours are nearly always conducted by a member of the Mansel Lewis family and conclude with home-made refreshments served in the dining room. Private tours by appointment. Booking via the website is essential