Introduction
Extensive ornamental woodland is incorporated into the garden and the formal gardens included a parterre in the late-19th century. The wooded park contains commercial plantations as well as part of the ancient Great Wood of Tregynon.The site is open for a variety of conferences, music festivals and corporate events.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
01686 650224Website
http://www.gregynog.orgAccess contact details
The Hall is only open for guided tours and heritage days, but the gardens are open to the public all year round. Admission is £3 for adults and information on opening times can be obtained from 01686 650224.
Owners
The University of Wales
- History
Period
- 18th Century (1701 to 1800)
- Late 18th Century (1767 to 1800)
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Designations
CADW Register of Landscapes Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales
- Reference: PGW(Po)33(POW)
- Grade: I
Nature Reserve
Site of Special Scientific Interest
- Reference: Great Wood of Tregynon
CADW Register of Listed Buildings in Wales
- Reference: Gregynog
- Grade: II*
Features
- Hedge
- Description: A crenellated golden yew hedge about 40 metres long
- Topiary
- Key Information
Type
Estate
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Education
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Tregynon
- References
References
- Cadw and ICOMOS UK, 'Gregynog' in {Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Powys} (Cardiff: Cadw, 1999), 104-10 Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Powys
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Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales, 'Gregynog Hall, Garden, Tregynon',