Llanerchaeron | Ceredigion | Wales | National Trust
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Llanerchaeron | Ceredigion | Wales | National Trust
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Ciliau Aeron, near Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG
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Opening times for
23 April 2026
Asset
Opening time
House
11:00 - 15:30
Gardens, farmyard & lake
10:00 - 16:30
Café
10:00 - 16:00
Geler Jones Collection
10:00 - 15:30
Car Park
09:30 - 17:00
Woodland walks
Dawn - Dusk
Group and school visits welcome, must be pre-booked in advance.
Whole property
Ticket type
With Gift Aid
Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)
£12.10
£11.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free
£6.10
£5.50
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children)
£30.30
£27.50
Family (1 adult and up to 3 children)
£18.20
£16.50
Car Park
Ticket type
With Gift Aid
Without Gift Aid
Car parking (per car)
£4.00
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Available for functions
Bookshop
Second-hand bookshop located in Visitor Centre.
Café
Car park
Dogs allowed
Dogs on leads welcome in walled gardens, lake, pleasure grounds, farmyard, carpark, visitor centre and cafe.
Not allowed in Villa (House).
Family friendly
Licensed for civil weddings
Picnic area
Plant shop
Produce from Llanerchaeron's walled garden for sale in the Visitor Centre.
Toilet
Toilets are available at the back of Visitor Centre, located next to Conti’s Café.
There are Blue Badge spaces in the car park, ramps up to the main site and gravel pathways. You can watch video of the upper floors of the house in the Billiard Room. There are accessible toilets in the visitor centre and on-site. Wheelchairs are available.
View the full Accessibility Guide for Llanerchaeron here - AccessAble.co.uk
Accessible toilet
Braille (guide or menu)
Designated parking
Induction loop
Level access to food outlet
Level access/terrain
Ramped access/slopes
Seating available
Steps/uneven terrain
Virtual tour
Wheelchairs available
Manual wheelchair available for use in reception
Car park entrance -
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Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
Llanerchaeron is situated 2.8 miles east from the centre of Aberaeron, along the A482.
On foot
Walk or cycle the 2½ mile path from Aberaeron to Llanerchaeron along old railway line. The route is called the Allt y Graig Woodland Trail.
By bus
The T1 bus from Aberystwyth leaves every hour and takes you to Aberaeron. The T5 and X50 from Cardigan to Aberaeron every 1.5 hours. Llanerchaeron is 2½ mile from Aberaeron.
Cycling
Walk or cycle the 2½ mile path from Aberaeron to Llanerchaeron along old railway line. The route is called the Allt y Graig Woodland Trail.
Cycling
-
more information
Ciliau Aeron, near Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG
01545570200
llanerchaeron@nationaltrust.org.uk
What's on at Llanerchaeron
Article
Visiting Llanerchaeron with your dog
Enjoy a day out in nature with your dog at Llanercheron. Find out where you can and can't take them and the facilities available.
Article
PDF
Llanerchaeron map
Take a look at the map of Llanerchaeron to help plan your visit.
PDF
Article
Weddings at Llanerchaeron
If you’re looking for a wedding venue filled with historic authenticity and Welsh charm, Llanerchaeron is available for civil ceremonies and wedding receptions.
Article
Georgian Villa
An elegant Georgian villa, designed by Regency architect John Nash, later known for his work on Brighton Pavilion for George IV. Step inside the Lewes’s family’s home where they lived for ten generations.
Walled garden
Built in the late 18th century the walled garden has been producing fruit and vegetables for over 200 years.
Farmyard
A traditional Welsh farm courtyard with vernacular agricultural buildings, animals to meet on the farmyard and the Geler Jones Collection to visit.
Parkland and lake
Estate with waymarked paths and wildlife-rich woodland surrounding the River Aeron and protected as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Article
Visiting the Garden at Llanerchaeron
The Walled Garden at Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion has been growing delicious food for over 200 years. When you visit you can buy fresh produce to take home with you.
Article
Article
Family days out at Llanerchaeron
Enjoy a day out exploring a traditional Welsh estate. Visit the animals in the farmyard, take a stroll around the redbrick walled garden and take a moment to pause by the ornamental lake. Let the little ones explore nature, spot local wildlife and take part in our seasonal activities.
Article
Article
Visiting the John Nash villa at Llanerchaeron
Llanerchaeron’s Georgian villa created by architect John Nash makes the most of the views across the picturesque Aeron valley. Discover a complete service courtyard at the back of the house.
Article
Article
Exploring the estate at Llanerchaeron
You can enjoy a walk and see a variety of wildlife year-round at Llanerchaeron in the parkland, woods, meadows and of course the working farmyard.
Article
Trail
Aberystwyth to Mynachdy’r Graig walk
This challenging walk takes you from the seaside splendour of Aberystwyth to the former monastic grange of Mynachdy’r Graig.
Trail
Trail
Cwm Tydu to Cwm Soden butterfly walk
Take a circular cliff-top walk from the little bay of Cwm Tydu to Cwm Soden near Llanerchaeron, spotting butterflies and a variety of other wildlife along the way.
Trail
Article
Eating and shopping at Llanerchaeron
Located on the banks of the river Aeron is Llanerchaeron's second-hand bookshop and Conti's Cafe. A lovely spot to browse for your next great read or enjoy a drink in this picturesque riverside spot.
Article
Abermydyr
The ultimate woodland retreat, this fairy-tale cottage nestles in the Aeron Valley.
Pontbrenmydyr
A delightful vernacular cottage with a little bit of history in all its nooks and crannies.
See all events
Event
Teithiau'r Ty Cymraeg | Welsh Language House Tour
Join our relaxed Welsh-language tour of the villa, designed especially for learners and those looking to practise speaking in a welcoming environment.
Event
Hanner Tymor Mai | May Half Term yn Llanerchaeron
Treuliwch hanner tymor gyda’r teulu yn Llanerchaeron gyda digonedd i gadw’r plant a chithau wedi’u diddanu yn ystod eich ymweliad | Spend half term at Llanerchaeron, there’ll be events and activities to keep everyone entertained
Event
Haf o Hwyl | Summer of Play at Llanerchaeron
Ymunwch a'r hwyl yn Llanerchaeron am ddiwrnodau o hwyl i'r teulu cyfan | Join in the fun at Llanerchaeron this summer for an action packed programme for the whole family.
Event
Hanner Tymor Hydref | October Half Term at Llanerchaeron
Mwynhewch hwyl hanner tymor yn Llanerchaeron | Enjoy October half term at Llanerchaeron
Discover the elegant, Georgian villa at Llanerchaeron. Originally designed by the famous architect John Nash in the 1790s, the house has remained largely unaltered for over 200 years.
Explore the servant’s courtyard (including a dairy, laundry, brewery and salting house), as well as our refreshed rooms and displays including the Pamela Ward collection.
This traditional Welsh, country estate offers peaceful walks around the redbrick walled garden, ornamental lake and wild parkland.
Meet the animals in the traditional farmyard, including Welsh cobs, Welsh pigs, poultry and geese. Find out more about our traditional flock of a rare breed local sheep, called Llanwenog.
Dogs are welcome on site to explore the walled garden, pleasure grounds, lake and farmyard. Please keep dogs on leads at all times, pick up any mess and follow our 'Canine Code'.
Article
History of Llanerchaeron
For over three centuries Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion was home to ten generations of the Lewis/Lewes family. Discover how each generation contributed to the estate as you see it today.
Article
Article
Llanerchaeron's collections
At Llanerchaeron explore Pamela Ward’s eclectic collection of antiques and Geler Jones’s treasure trove of early 20th-century agricultural and domestic machinery.
Article
Article
Conservation work at Llanerchaeron
Conservation work has been taking place at Llanerchaeron to restore the pleasure grounds to their former glory and reinvigorate meadows and grassland.
Article
Article
Saving rare butterflies at Cwm Soden
A habitat restoration and creation project is under way in a bid to save a rare butterfly’s natural home in Ceredigion on the coastal slopes of Cwm Soden.
Article
Article
Volunteering at Llanerchaeron
Volunteers at Llanerchaeron play an important role in caring for the villa and garden and providing visitors with a memorable experience.
Article
Become a member
Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership.
Join
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Focus Reset
Skip to content
back to Wales
Ciliau Aeron, near Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG
Opening times
Prices
See on map
Walking past the villa at Llanerchaeron
|
©
National Trust Images / Arnhel de Serra
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Open
Closed
Opening times for
23 April 2026
Asset
Opening time
House
11:00 - 15:30
Gardens, farmyard & lake
10:00 - 16:30
Café
10:00 - 16:00
Geler Jones Collection
10:00 - 15:30
Car Park
09:30 - 17:00
Woodland walks
Dawn - Dusk
Group and school visits welcome, must be pre-booked in advance.
Whole property
Ticket type
With Gift Aid
Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)
£12.10
£11.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free
£6.10
£5.50
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children)
£30.30
£27.50
Family (1 adult and up to 3 children)
£18.20
£16.50
Car Park
Ticket type
With Gift Aid
Without Gift Aid
Car parking (per car)
£4.00
Become a member and discover more than 500 places
Join
Available for functions
Bookshop
Second-hand bookshop located in Visitor Centre.
Café
Car park
Dogs allowed
Dogs on leads welcome in walled gardens, lake, pleasure grounds, farmyard, carpark, visitor centre and cafe.
Not allowed in Villa (House).
Family friendly
Licensed for civil weddings
Picnic area
Plant shop
Produce from Llanerchaeron's walled garden for sale in the Visitor Centre.
Toilet
Toilets are available at the back of Visitor Centre, located next to Conti’s Café.
There are Blue Badge spaces in the car park, ramps up to the main site and gravel pathways. You can watch video of the upper floors of the house in the Billiard Room. There are accessible toilets in the visitor centre and on-site. Wheelchairs are available.
View the full Accessibility Guide for Llanerchaeron here - AccessAble.co.uk
Accessible toilet
Braille (guide or menu)
Designated parking
Induction loop
Level access to food outlet
Level access/terrain
Ramped access/slopes
Seating available
Steps/uneven terrain
Virtual tour
Wheelchairs available
Manual wheelchair available for use in reception
Car park entrance -
what3words
:
///
beginning.comedians.choirs
Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
Llanerchaeron is situated 2.8 miles east from the centre of Aberaeron, along the A482.
On foot
Walk or cycle the 2½ mile path from Aberaeron to Llanerchaeron along old railway line. The route is called the Allt y Graig Woodland Trail.
By bus
The T1 bus from Aberystwyth leaves every hour and takes you to Aberaeron. The T5 and X50 from Cardigan to Aberaeron every 1.5 hours. Llanerchaeron is 2½ mile from Aberaeron.
Cycling
Walk or cycle the 2½ mile path from Aberaeron to Llanerchaeron along old railway line. The route is called the Allt y Graig Woodland Trail.
Cycling
-
more information
Ciliau Aeron, near Aberaeron, Ceredigion, SA48 8DG
01545570200
llanerchaeron@nationaltrust.org.uk
What's on at Llanerchaeron
Article
Visiting Llanerchaeron with your dog
Enjoy a day out in nature with your dog at Llanercheron. Find out where you can and can't take them and the facilities available.
Article
Llanerchaeron map
Take a look at the map of Llanerchaeron to help plan your visit.
Article
Weddings at Llanerchaeron
If you’re looking for a wedding venue filled with historic authenticity and Welsh charm, Llanerchaeron is available for civil ceremonies and wedding receptions.
Article
Georgian Villa
An elegant Georgian villa, designed by Regency architect John Nash, later known for his work on Brighton Pavilion for George IV. Step inside the Lewes’s family’s home where they lived for ten generations.
Walled garden
Built in the late 18th century the walled garden has been producing fruit and vegetables for over 200 years.
Farmyard
A traditional Welsh farm courtyard with vernacular agricultural buildings, animals to meet on the farmyard and the Geler Jones Collection to visit.
Parkland and lake
Estate with waymarked paths and wildlife-rich woodland surrounding the River Aeron and protected as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Article
Visiting the Garden at Llanerchaeron
The Walled Garden at Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion has been growing delicious food for over 200 years. When you visit you can buy fresh produce to take home with you.
Article
Article
Family days out at Llanerchaeron
Enjoy a day out exploring a traditional Welsh estate. Visit the animals in the farmyard, take a stroll around the redbrick walled garden and take a moment to pause by the ornamental lake. Let the little ones explore nature, spot local wildlife and take part in our seasonal activities.
Article
Article
Visiting the John Nash villa at Llanerchaeron
Llanerchaeron’s Georgian villa created by architect John Nash makes the most of the views across the picturesque Aeron valley. Discover a complete service courtyard at the back of the house.
Article
Article
Exploring the estate at Llanerchaeron
You can enjoy a walk and see a variety of wildlife year-round at Llanerchaeron in the parkland, woods, meadows and of course the working farmyard.
Article
Trail
Aberystwyth to Mynachdy’r Graig walk
This challenging walk takes you from the seaside splendour of Aberystwyth to the former monastic grange of Mynachdy’r Graig.
Trail
Trail
Cwm Tydu to Cwm Soden butterfly walk
Take a circular cliff-top walk from the little bay of Cwm Tydu to Cwm Soden near Llanerchaeron, spotting butterflies and a variety of other wildlife along the way.
Trail
Article
Eating and shopping at Llanerchaeron
Located on the banks of the river Aeron is Llanerchaeron's second-hand bookshop and Conti's Cafe. A lovely spot to browse for your next great read or enjoy a drink in this picturesque riverside spot.
Article
Abermydyr
The ultimate woodland retreat, this fairy-tale cottage nestles in the Aeron Valley.
Pontbrenmydyr
A delightful vernacular cottage with a little bit of history in all its nooks and crannies.
See all events
Event
Teithiau'r Ty Cymraeg | Welsh Language House Tour
Join our relaxed Welsh-language tour of the villa, designed especially for learners and those looking to practise speaking in a welcoming environment.
Event
Hanner Tymor Mai | May Half Term yn Llanerchaeron
Treuliwch hanner tymor gyda’r teulu yn Llanerchaeron gyda digonedd i gadw’r plant a chithau wedi’u diddanu yn ystod eich ymweliad | Spend half term at Llanerchaeron, there’ll be events and activities to keep everyone entertained
Event
Haf o Hwyl | Summer of Play at Llanerchaeron
Ymunwch a'r hwyl yn Llanerchaeron am ddiwrnodau o hwyl i'r teulu cyfan | Join in the fun at Llanerchaeron this summer for an action packed programme for the whole family.
Event
Hanner Tymor Hydref | October Half Term at Llanerchaeron
Mwynhewch hwyl hanner tymor yn Llanerchaeron | Enjoy October half term at Llanerchaeron
Discover the elegant, Georgian villa at Llanerchaeron. Originally designed by the famous architect John Nash in the 1790s, the house has remained largely unaltered for over 200 years.
Explore the servant’s courtyard (including a dairy, laundry, brewery and salting house), as well as our refreshed rooms and displays including the Pamela Ward collection.
This traditional Welsh, country estate offers peaceful walks around the redbrick walled garden, ornamental lake and wild parkland.
Meet the animals in the traditional farmyard, including Welsh cobs, Welsh pigs, poultry and geese. Find out more about our traditional flock of a rare breed local sheep, called Llanwenog.
Dogs are welcome on site to explore the walled garden, pleasure grounds, lake and farmyard. Please keep dogs on leads at all times, pick up any mess and follow our 'Canine Code'.
Article
History of Llanerchaeron
For over three centuries Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion was home to ten generations of the Lewis/Lewes family. Discover how each generation contributed to the estate as you see it today.
Article
Article
Llanerchaeron's collections
At Llanerchaeron explore Pamela Ward’s eclectic collection of antiques and Geler Jones’s treasure trove of early 20th-century agricultural and domestic machinery.
Article
Article
Conservation work at Llanerchaeron
Conservation work has been taking place at Llanerchaeron to restore the pleasure grounds to their former glory and reinvigorate meadows and grassland.
Article
Article
Saving rare butterflies at Cwm Soden
A habitat restoration and creation project is under way in a bid to save a rare butterfly’s natural home in Ceredigion on the coastal slopes of Cwm Soden.
Article
Article
Volunteering at Llanerchaeron
Volunteers at Llanerchaeron play an important role in caring for the villa and garden and providing visitors with a memorable experience.
Article
Become a member
Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership.
Join
Sign up to hear more from the National Trust
By sharing your email address you’re agreeing to receive marketing emails from the National Trust and confirm you’re 18 years old or over.
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