Open Doors at Dyffryn Gardens
On 1 September 2024 we will be joining the Wales-wide heritage festival organised by Cadw, Open Doors.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
On 1 September we will be opening our gates for Open Doors, giving us the opportunity to welcome everyone to Dyffryn for free!
Whether you've always wanted to see Dyffryn Gardens or you visit us a few times a year, here's your chance to enjoy the gardens completely free of charge.
We'll be open from 10am to 6pm and this year there is no pre-booking. Open Doors is always a very busy day so please plan accordingly - our busiest times are between 11am-3pm and parking is limited so please be aware that there may be a slight queue to get into the carpark or we may have to turn people away if we're at capacity. Tredegar House is also holding an Open Doors day on 1 September and is only 20 minutes drive from Dyffryn Gardens so if we are at capacity when you arrive, Tredegar House is another great option.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Visitors of all ages are wholeheartedly welcomed
- Meeting point
You'll likely be met by a parking attendant when you arrive, they will help you find a parking space or let you know if we're full.
- What to bring and wear
There is very little indoor space at Dyffryn Gardens so dress for the weather and wear comfy shoes for walking.
- Accessibility
We are a largely accessible site with blue badge parking, accessible toilets at regular intervals and step-free routes around the garden. We have a mobility scooter and wheelchairs available for hire (free of charge), we recommend pre-booking these to ensure availability. We also often have a volunteer-run buggy to take visitors round the gardens.
- Other
We welcome dogs at Dyffryn - we ask that they're kept on a short lead at all times. We also sell dog treats in our shop and café, including doggy ice cream.
Upcoming events
Summer Stroll at Dyffryn Gardens
Rediscover the beauty of summer as you wander through the gardens on this self-led walk.
House of Discovery exhibition at Dyffryn Gardens
Discover more of Dyffryn’s history and find out how we’re looking after this special place in our new exhibition in the Morning Room of Dyffryn House.
Biodiversity Walks at Dyffryn Gardens
On Friday 5 July come and a "walk and talk" with entomologist, Liam Olds to discover all the biodiversity Dyffryn Gardens has to offer.
Garden tour with the Head Gardener
Join Dyffryn’s Head Gardener for a tour around the gardens, taking in the seasonal highlights and sharing what the garden team are up to at this time of year.