Introduction
Clyne Gardens were originally laid out in association with Clyne Castle, now a private residential development. The park contains a significant assemblage of choice and rare mature trees and shrubs, in particular rhododendrons, some of which are original introductions.
The park, developed between 1860 and 1912, contains choice and rare mature trees and shrubs, in particular rhododendrons, some of which are original introductions.
The park remains more or less intact, although slightly encroached on by university buildings. The wilder Clyne valley, to the north, retains most of its historic layout and some ornamental planting. It is of particular interest for its industrial remains and plantings of choice rhododendrons.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
44 1792 401737Website
https://www.swansea.gov.uk/clyneAccess contact details
The gardens are open throughout the year.
Owners
City of Swansea
Other Websites
- History
Clyne Castle, overlooking Swansea Bay, was for many years owned by the extremely wealthy and locally prominent Vivian family. From the 1950s, the castle was used as a hall of residence by the University of Swansea. In 2004, the castle was sold to private developers and converted into luxury flats. The grounds are now a public park.
- Features & Designations
Designations
CADW Register of Landscapes Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales
- Reference: PGW(Gm)47(SWA)
- Grade: I
Scheduled Ancient Monument
- Reference: Gm 464, Gm 475
CADW Register of Listed Buildings in Wales
- Reference: Clyne Castle
- Grade: II*
CADW Register of Listed Buildings in Wales
- Reference: Clyne Chapel
- Grade: II
Features
- Mansion House (featured building)
- Description: The house is of local sandstone, and was considerably re-modelled in the 19th century.
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- Tower
- Description: Tower with a battlemented viewing platform.
- Pool
- Garden Building
- Description: Joy Cottage, a playhouse built in the early-20th century.
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- Ornamental Bridge
- Description: Italian bridge.
- Ha-ha
- Pavilion
- Description: Rectangular pavilion.
- Kitchen Garden
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- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Part: standing remains
Hectares
20.3
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Mumbles
- References
References
- CADW, {Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Glamorgan} (Cardiff: CADW, 2000) 158 Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales: Glamorgan
- Newman, J., {The Buildings of Wales} (London: Penguin, 1995) 486-8 The Buildings of Wales: Glamorgan
- Griffiths, R.A., {Clyne Castle, Swansea} (Swansea: University College of Swansea, 1977) Clyne Castle, Swansea : a history of the building and its owners