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Bodrhyddan

Introduction

Bodrhyddan comprises a landscape park, informal woodland gardens and a 19th-century formal garden designed by William E. Nesfield.

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Features & Designations

Designations

  • CADW Register of Landscapes Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales

  • Reference: PGW(C) 54
  • Grade: II*

Features

  • Mansion House (featured building)
  • Description: The house has medieval fragments but is essentially a 17th-century building remodelled in the 19th century by William Nesfield.
  • Parterre
  • Description: The rectangular parterre designed by Nesfield remains intact. Scrolling box-edged beds are set in gravel and there is a pool with a fountain.
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  • Well House
  • Description: St Mary's Well lies in the pleasure grounds to the west of the house.
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Key Information

Type

Estate

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Domestic / Residential

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

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