The garden and grounds at Plasglasgwm reflect over thirty years of conservation, restoration and careful design. Drawing on local knowledge of this historic sixteenth‑century small holding, original pathways, stone walling and gateways have been reinstated to create a landscape that feels both authentic and rooted in place.
Yew, Beech and Box hedging shape the garden’s structure, with terraces and enclosed areas throughout. Our box parterre, set beside the nineteenth‑century pig sties, breaks from traditional symmetry with a vanishing‑point design that leads visitors toward the lower garden.
The orchard has been cleared of Blackthorn and replanted with Welsh Apple trees, with new raised beds forming a kitchen‑garden area. Perimeter borders now feature Dog Rose, Bird Cherry, Cherry Plum and other native shrubs, while woodland areas are being sensitively cleared and under‑planted. Moisture‑loving species continue to be introduced along the stream margins.
The garden’s ongoing development balances formal structure with naturalistic planting, using locally sourced species and the borrowed landscape to create a space that sits comfortably within its woodland surroundings.
Plasglasgwm were invited to become members of The National Garden Scheme in 2024.
We are proud to be able to host garden visits by arrangement and help raise money for charity.
A standout feature is our Big Bench — discovered during a motorcycle journey through Piedmont, Italy. Created as part of the Big Bench Community Project, Plasglasgwm is proud to host the first approved Big Bench in the UK, built through community involvement and local craftsmanship.
Visitors are invited to explore the grounds and take a moment on the Big Bench — a place for reflection, relaxation and sweeping views.
