Brief Description
Glyn Aur was a cottage garden with extensive topiary, much of it representing biblical figures and events. It was sometimes known as the Garden of Eden. The garden was open in its heyday but is now sadly lost. There are, however, a number of old postcards based on photographs taken by the then owner, which show the full glory of the topiary.
History
The topiary garden at Glyn Aur was created in the early-20th century by D. Davies. He was a keen photographer and published many picture postcards of his garden. These were available as late as 1946. Mr Davies was succeeded by his son, who died without issue. The site has since been completely lost.
Detailed Description
Tableaux depicted in topiary included:
The Garden of Eden
The Flight to Egypt
The Crucifixion
The march of the animals to Noah's Ark
King Herod's Feast and John the Baptist's Head on a plate
The Guarding Angel
- Features
Style
- Cottage Garden
Topiary
- History
Period
- Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
- References
References
- Lloyd, T., The Garden of Eden at Abergwili, {Welsh Historic Gardens Trust Newsletter} 8, 13 (1995)Welsh Historic Gardens Trust Newsletter
Contributors
Tom Lloyd