Unlocking the Cells at Ruthin Gaol
On the 26th March Ruthin Gaol reopened its cell doors for the 2018 season. Visitors will be able to explore the cells where prisoners lived and worked, learn about the crimes they committed, the punishments they suffered and hear the stories of the gaol's most infamous inmates!
We’re also very pleased to announce Ruthin Gaol has once again won the Hidden Gem Accolade 2018 for ‘attractions that deliver an outstanding and memorable experience for visitors’!
Along with providing activities for all the family during normal opening times we also hold special events which this year will include World War II Day on Friday 1st June!
Come and find out about World War II in the historic setting of Ruthin Gaol; meet the Land Girl and Munitions Worker and learn about the gaol’s special contribution to the war effort.
Suitable for all ages.
10.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Included in admission cost.
Information on opening days, opening times and prices can be found through visiting our website http://www.ruthingaol.co.uk/
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Plas Newydd Opening
Plas Newydd house and tea rooms has now re-opened.
Visitors will once again have the chance to learn the fascinating story of the Ladies of Llangollen and how they ran away from Ireland to set up home together in North Wales. Their extraordinary gothicised home will be open for visitors to explore and see how the Ladies turned a simple Welsh cottage into a fantasy of oak carvings and stained glass.
The tearooms will also reopen and will offer visitors a range of lunches, cakes and afternoon teas.
There has also been much work going on in the gardens at Plas Newydd over the winter including continued work on the restoration of the shrubbery, which is such an important part of the garden. As well as the new addition of ornamental trees throughout the garden which have been planted this winter. Having also received a very generous, and much appreciated donation from Amanda Ponsbsy, we have been able to purchase trees to finish the restoration of the shrubbery, as well as other plants and shrubs for the garden.
Neil Rowlands, Head Gardener at Plas Newydd, says what visitors can expect to see this Spring:
‘The gardens at the moment, with spring just around the corner will look delightful with superb displays of crocus, and towards the end of this month a stunning display of native primroses.
Further on into the season, the garden comes into its own, with all the perennial plants showing to their full glory.
The parterre will also look stunning, with the lavender and old roses in full bloom in June.’
Open 30th March – 30th September every day 10.30am – 5.00pm.
For further visiting information, including prices, visit www.plasnewyddllangollen.co.uk
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Nantclwyd y Dre Opening
Nantclwyd y Dre will be reopening for the 2018 season on the 7th of April. Once again we look forward to welcoming visitors to explore Wales’ oldest timbered town house and experience what life was like for the people who lived here through the ages from its medieval beginnings through to World War II.
Over the winter work has continued on the gardens at Nantclwyd with our fantastic volunteers contributing to the upkeep and development of the gardens throughout the winter whatever the weather!
Nantclwyd’s Gardener, Hayley Proudfoot, says that this spring visitors will be able to see 24 different varieties of tulips, daffodils, bluebells and blossom on our fruit trees all found throughout the garden. Our 40 different rose varieties will be coming into bloom while the vegetable beds will be progressing nicely with heritage varieties, including skirret, multi coloured carrots, pink fir apple potatoes and broad beans.
We’re also very happy to announce Nantclwyd y Dre has once again won the Hidden Gem Accolade 2018 for ‘attractions that deliver an outstanding and memorable experience for visitors’!
Information on opening days, opening times and prices can be found through visiting our website.
We’ve got some exciting events lined up at Nantclwyd y Dre for Spring 2018:
Beastly bug hunt! - Monday, 28th May
11am to 2pm
A guided nature hunt around The Lord’s Garden to identify and learn about the fascinating bugs that live here. Suitable for all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Included in admission price.
Nature Day at Nantclwyd Y Dre - Saturday 9th June
10am to 5pm
Come and explore the Gardens of Nantclwyd and help us with our Bioblitz. Talk to the experts and learn more about the creatures and plants at Nantclwyd and how you can help wildlife in your garden. What will you spot on your visit?
Included in the admission price.
Meet the Gardeners - Monday 25th June
2pm to 3pm
What would a garden be without its gardeners? Meet the hard working people who keep the gardens at Nantclwyd Y Dre healthy and flourishing. Ask questions, seek advice and draw inspiration from our dedicated and friendly team. The afternoon will involve walking around the site followed by an informal Q&A session in the Kitchen Garden.
Included in admission price.
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