Introduction
Although Llangybi House (also spelled Llangibby) was demolished in the mid-20th century the layout of late-17th- to early-18th-century terraces survives, along with walled gardens and a Scots pine avenue. The large motte on the site was planted with evergreens in the 19th century.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
01443 336000Website
http://www.cadw.wales.gov.uk/
- Features & Designations
Designations
CADW Register of Landscapes Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales
- Reference: PGW(Gt) 27
- Grade: II
Tree Preservation Order
- Reference: No 29
Features
- Ruin
- Description: The ruins of the medieval Llangibby Castle.
- Motte
- Description: The 12th-century motte was planted with conifers and rhododendrons in the 19th century. Its flat top was used over many generations as a bowling green.
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- Avenue
- Description: A long Scots pine avenue that has been continually replanted. It is known as Llangibby Walks.
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- Key Information
Type
Estate
Purpose
Agriculture And Subsistence
Principal Building
Agriculture And Subsistence
Survival
Part: standing remains
- References
References
- Cadw and ICOMOS UK, 'Llangibby House' in {Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Gwent} (Cardiff: Cadw, 1994), pp. 72-4 Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Gwent
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Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales, 'Llangibby Castle, Garden, Llangybi',