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Hafod Estate
One of the finest examples of a Picturesque landscape in Europe
Hafod Estate, Pontrhydygroes, Ystrad Meurig, Ceredigion, SY25 6DX
Important notice
A number of footpaths at Hafod remain closed due to fallen trees. We are working with Natural Resources Wales who manage the woodlands at Hafod. The clearance work to reopen all paths may take some time.
Opening times for 17 December 2024
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Designated accessible parking area at Mrs Johnes' Flower Garden and the Estate Office.
Picnic area
Dogs allowed
Dogs must be kept on leads around livestock and in the gardens, but can be off leads under control in the woodlands.
Toilet
Temporary toilet available in car park (next to church).
Licensed for civil weddings
The function room at the Estate Office is licensed for civil weddings. For more information email hafod@nationaltrust.org.uk
Accessible route and/or map
Ramped access/slopes
Designated parking
Designated accessible parking area at Mrs Johnes' Flower Garden and the Estate Office. Accessible footpaths from the designated parking area to the picnic site and within the flower garden.
Steps/uneven terrain
By road
Take the A4120 from Aberystwyth towards Devil's Bridge. Follow the brown and white signs from Devil’s Bridge via the B4574 to the car park. *** Dilynwch yr A4120 o Aberystwyth i gyfeiriad Ponterwyd. Dilynwch yr arwyddion brown a gwyn o Bonterwyd ar hyd y B4574 i gyrraedd y maes parcio.
Parking: If using mapping system, search 'Hafod Estate Car Park' do not use 'Hafod Estate Office' For What3Words use callers.beginning.forms
Sat Nav: For satnav use SY25 6DX for general area, then follow brown signs from Pontrhygores *** Dilynwch y cod post SY25 6DX, yna'r arwyddion brown o Pontrhydygroes
Hafod Estate, Pontrhydygroes, Ystrad Meurig, Ceredigion, SY25 6DX
Planning your visit
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Map of Hafod
With over 8 miles of waymarked paths at Hafod, take a look at our map in advance to plan your visit. Please note that the Cavern Cascade remains closed.
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Visiting the Hafod Estate
Hafod is one the finest examples of a ‘picturesque style’ landscape from the 18th century. Discover waymarked trails, wildlife and nature within the rugged landscape of mid-Wales.
Highlights
Waymarked paths
Follow our waymarked paths around the estate, from the Lady’s Walk to the more adventurous Ystwyth Gorge walk.
Peiran Falls
A cascading waterfall set within the Lady’s Walk.
Mrs Johnes’ Flower Garden
A haven of flowers and manicured lawns within the wild and rugged landscape, complete with a restored stone gateway.
Alpine Bridge
Restored in the spirit of the original bridge, the bridge connects the north and south side of the valley.
Mariamne’s Garden
Once the secret retreat for the daughter of the estate, today a beautiful alpine garden.
Things to see and do
Article
Visiting the Hafod Estate
Hafod is one the finest examples of a ‘picturesque style’ landscape from the 18th century. Discover waymarked trails, wildlife and nature within the rugged landscape of mid-Wales.
Places to stay
Stay within the estate at Hawthorn Cottage or go further afield and explore some of our Ceredigion cottages like Abermydr or Pontbrenmydr near Llanerchaeron
Hawthorn Cottage
This traditional estate-worker’s cottage is full of Welsh character. It’s on the Hafod Estate with trails from the gate leading to waterfalls, gardens and spectacular views.
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.
Upcoming events
Sorry, there are no upcoming events at this place
About Hafod Estate
A visit to Hafod will take you through woodlands, past the Ystwyth valley's rocky gorges, into Mrs Johnes' Flower Garden all within one of the finest examples of a Picturesque landscape in Europe, the vision of its most celebrated owner, Thomas Johnes. Explore our waymarked trails on the five main walks within our 200 hectare estate near Aberystwyth.
Natural Resources Wales retain the management of the working forest for woodland management.
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Bydd ymweliad â Hafod yn mynd a chi ar daith drwy goedwigoedd, heibio ceunentydd creigiog yr afon Ystwyth, i mewn i ardd flodau Mrs Johnes, a hynny oll o fewn un o’r enghreifftiau gorau o dirwedd pictiwresg yn Ewrop, gweledigaeth y cyn berchennog enwog, Thomas Johnes. Crwydrwch o amgylch un o’r pum prif lwybr o fewn yr ystad 200 hectar ger Aberystwyth.
Mae Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru yn parhau a’r cyfrifoldeb o reoli’r goedwig weithredol.