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    National Gardens of Wales

    By Charlotte / 29th August, 2019 / Carmarthenshire / Off

    National Gardens of Wales

    Below are some recent photos I took in the National Botanic Gardens of Wales. Recently it has been announced that a very exciting £1.3 million project that promises to boost the well-being of Welsh people, plants and pollinators has been given the green light. Read more on their website!

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    Not far from Old Oak Barn the very popular Welsh attraction is celebrating another successful summer with a wonderful Antiques Fair. The next one is organised for 5th – 6th October and gates open at 10.00a.m.

    Our visitors love going to the Gardens either for a special event or for a full day of wandering the imaginative space full of colour both in the walled gardens, the open parkland, the Great Glasshouse or the area around Principality House. Children are well catered for with lots of variety for even the smallest toddlers. I was lucky enough this summer to see the Green Woodpeckers which have successfully bred, not far from the handsome bull beyond the Glasshouse!

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    Gardens of Wales near Old Oak Barn

    By Charlotte / 30th January, 2019 / Carmarthenshire / Off

    We are very fortunate to be less than 20 minutes away from the fantastic Gardens of Wales – Carmarthenshire’s main attraction and somewhere we love to go.

    When staying at Old Oak Barn you too can pop along to see the imaginative displays of plants, flowers, trees and vegetables. The huge glasshouse is packed full of interesting and rare plants from across the globe. Visit our Local Attractions page for more details.

    This Spring there is even more going on including lots of day courses on for example sustainable vegetable gardening or basket weaving. Welly Wednesdays are popular for small children – its best to book in advance.

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    Gardens of Wales

    Gardens of Wales

    Opening times and entry costs are as below

    1 April – 31 October10:00am – 6:00pm
    1 November – 31 March10:00am – 4:30pm
    Families (2 Adults & up to 4 children)
    Gift Aid Price: £30.00 (Standard Price: £27.27)
    £30.00
    Children (5-16)
    Gift Aid Price: £5.00 (Standard Price: £4.55)
    £5.00
    Concessions: Seniors/ Disabled/ Students
    Gift Aid Price: £9.00 (Standard Price: £8.18)
    £9.00
    Adult
    Gift Aid Price: £11.00 (Standard Price: £10)
    £11.00
    Single Parent Family (1 Adult & up to 4 children)
    Gift Aid Price: £20.00 (Standard Price: £18.18)
    £20.00

    National Botanic Gardens Wales

    By Charlotte / 2nd February, 2017 / Carmarthenshire / No Comments

    National Botanic Gardens Wales

    These short clips of the National Botanic Gardens Wales near Carmarthenshire say it all!  We really love the wonderful gardens which are less than half an hour from Old Oak Barn.  Excellent value throughout the year, there is always something going on at weekends too. Admission prices can be found here.

    Visitors always speak positively of the attraction and during the holidays there are extra events put on for children which are always popular. The recent upgrading of the playground has especially been appreciated and the Butterfly House too of course is a fantastic addition. Read some recent reviews here.

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    The big thing at the moment of course are the fabulous displays of snowdrops which are worth a visit this month. Next weekend is infact Snowdrop Weekend and it is expected that they will be at their best. However, here at Old Oak Barn we are now fully booked until 10 February when we do have a short weekend break available. If interested please contact me for more details.

     

    National Botanic Gardens Wales

    By Charlotte / 5th June, 2016 / Carmarthenshire / No Comments

    National Botanic Gardens Wales

    Situated less than 30 minutes from Old Oak Barn is Carmarthenshire’s pride and joy! We LOVE the gardens and visit often and there is always something new to enjoy. The Gardens of Wales as they are also known will amaze you not only because of the variety of plants to see but also because of the wonderful setting within the natural landscape. Open every day from 10 in the morning. The National Botanic Gardens of Wales are currently working on lots of new restoration projects – please see their website for more details.

    Did you know that the National Botanic Gardens Wales :-

    • are the most visited garden in Wales – over 2.5 million visitors so far
    • have been recognised as the most influential landscape scheme in Wales over the last 75 years by the Landscape Institute
    • have been voted ‘No 1 Garden to Visit in Wales’ by BBC Gardeners’ World
    • have been voted the number 1 ‘Wonder of Wales’, ‘Most Romantic Garden’, ‘Best Children’s Garden’ & ‘Best Afternoon Tea’ by the Western Mail
    • have been voted ‘Visitors Favourite’ by Carmarthenshire Tourism Association
    • have been awarded the 2016 Gold Accolade by Visit Wales

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    This year the needs of the very youngest visitors have been further met with the addition of a straw bale maze, improved play areas plus willow walks and magical woodland play areas. During holiday times there are always extra activities put on for children inside or out.  Do take your little ones to the Gardens as they will love it there.

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    Top things to do on holiday in Carmarthen

    By Charlotte / 11th January, 2015 / Carmarthenshire / Off

    Top things to do in Carmarthen

    Besides the lovely beaches dotted around the coastline from Pembrey to Amroth including the famous sands of Pendine we can recommend some great places to visit while staying at Old Oak BarnTop things to do in Carmarthen while staying at Old Oak BarnCarmarthen

    Check out this Trip Advisor link which lists the following as being worth a visit!

    Kidwelly Castle

    Carmarthen Museum

    Gwili Railway

    Laugharne Castle

    Paxtons Tower

    Xcel Bowl

    Dynevor

    National Gardens of Wales

    Aberglasney

    And we are only a few miles from Pembrokeshire which has so many beautiful beaches, spectacular scenery over the Preseli Hills and lots of popular visitor attractions for children of all ages many of which are open all year round. We know the area well and are on hand to help you plan the most of your holiday in Wales.

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