Ynyshir Hall, Eglwysfach, Machynlleth, Powys, Wales SY20 8TA
Tel: 01654 781209
The Gardens of Ynyshir Hall
It’s little wonder Queen Victoria loved these beautiful gardens, stunningly located between the mountains and the estuary. A fairytale landscape, now 14 acres, the gardens contain many rare varieties of exotic and native trees and shrubs.
Snowdrops and crocuses carpet the gardens during February, followed in March by carpets of daffodils. You’ll marvel at the breathtaking display of bluebells throughout the woodland gardens surrounding the house, and at the vibrant blaze of the Azaleas and Rhododendrons for which the gardens are renowned, a magnificent explosion of colour, in April and May.
There are also large collections of Camellias, Magnolias and Hydrangeas. Splendid examples of Sequoia and Wellingtonia trees flank the drive; in fact, the gardens play host to the definitive collection of Wellingtonii in the UK and Queen Victoria is reputed to have planted the Persian Ironwood (Parrotia), famed for its autumn colour.
The rocky woodland garden climbs steeply up behind the house. Follow the path through the trees to the blue gate on your way to the bird reserve and you’ll cross the babbling stream that then cascades down to a delightful water feature at the bottom. The large rocky mound in the middle of the garden is an idyllic setting for quiet contemplation and meditation.
The garden of Ynyshir Hall is a glorious ‘garden of Zen.’
The Gardens of Ynyshir Hall
