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Chirk Castle and Gardens, Wrexham

Organisation

National Trust

Disabled

Good overall access

Dogs

Dog friendly In parkland only, not formal gardens

Refreshments

Yes

House Open

Yes

Chirk Castle Gardens, near Wrexham

Discover these great gardens at Chirk Castle were created from William Emes' designs from the 18th century. It covers 5 acres with roses (modern and old fashioned), a woodland garden with rhododendrons and azaleas. CASTLE ALSO OPEN

Discover the beautiful Chirk Castle and Garden - covers 5 acres with roses (modern and old fashioned), a woodland garden with rhododendrons and azaleas. The herbaceous borders are protected from the wind and provide a good display in the summer. The fine rockery has many alpine plants.
Climbers cover the walls and give good colour as do other plantings.
The garden is well known for its yew topiary which can be seen opposite. There is also a Lime Avenue.
Chirk Castle dates from the late 13th century and was one of several medieval Marcher fortresses along the Welsh-English border, built to keep the Welsh under English rule.
It is now open to the public and has fine collections of art and other historic items.
There are good views of surrounding counties from the grounds of the castle.

Chirk Castle and Gardens Opening Times - click here

Partial disabled access to Castle, generally good access to gardens with helper. Tea Room, gift shop, picnic area.

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Contact

  • Telephone: 01691 777701
  • E-Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Address

  • Street: Chirk Castle
  • Postcode: LL14 5AF
  • City: Chirk
  • County: Wrexham
  • Country: United Kingdom

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