Attraction in Caerwent

Dewstow Gardens
Caerwent
South Wales

NP26 5AH
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Dewstow Gardens is one of the least known of all the attractions in southern Wales, but also one of the most interesting. The gardens are a wonderful place to wander in themselves, with beautifully landscaped paths and decorative beds, articifical waterfalls and man-made pools, but it's Dewstow Grottoes that make this place really fascinating.

It’s astonishing to think that, only 10 years ago, this strange and wonderful garden was buried beneath thousands of tons of soil, lost and forgotten for over half a century.

Built around 1893, Henry Oakley created a garden – his own personal wonderland – that was described by the few who visited as a “magical and wondrous place”.

When Oakley died in 1940, the gardens fell into disrepair, and were eventually buried and returned to farmland just after WW2. After a huge excavation and renovation project beginning in 2001, the gardens are now open to visitors during the summer months.

We can also accommodate coach parties. Usual coach party visiting times are approximately 11/2 to 2 hours. We have excellent access and are about 10 minutes from both Severn crossings.

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Months Open: 2012 Opening Times
Daily from Saturday March 17th until Sunday October 28th from 10.00am until last entry at 4.30pm
Groups/Parties Welcome: Yes - Please pre-book
Coach Parking: Yes
Car Parking: Yes
Catering: Tea Room

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