Excursion Exclusive visit to dyffryn fernant garden, with alan mason tour at Pembroke Pines

Alan Mason NDT. F.Inst.G. Dip.Hort. M.CI. Hort. is one of Europe's most experienced and best-qualified garden designers and consultants. Alan is a founder member of The Professional Gardener's Guild and the founder of the Senior Garden Advisors consultancy group. He is also a judge at the prestigious Sandringham Flower Show. Join Alan on today's tour as he, together with your local guide bring the gardens we visit alive!

Experience an exclusive visit to Dyffryn Fernant Gardens and the creator, Christina Shand's home. Located between the Preseli Hills and the Irish Sea, the garden has strong links to its surroundings and historic countryside. Admire the stunning views across the rolling hills and observe how the garden blends into the wild, wider landscape. It's easy to see why Christina's garden has been described as the most inspiring garden in Wales.

Upon arrival, be welcomed by Christina and explore the gardens with her on this intimate tour. Follow the winding paths through colorful blooms to discover the intricate sections within and admire her hard work and dedication from the last 20 years. Her passion for horticulture is clear from her attention to detail and thoughtful landscaping. Learn about how the garden was designed to be viewed from different angles and perspectives for a completely personal and immersive experience. A significant feature is the "bog garden" which was a real labor of love due to the inhospitable environment and numerous obstacles; however it is now a unique central point for the garden.

Take time to relax, enjoying homemade cakes and tea in the tranquility of Christina's house where she will be happy to answer any questions and offer her sound gardening advice. Spend some free time wandering through the six acres of lush gardens independently. Appreciate the glorious smells from the kitchen garden and the natural grassland that attract a range of wildlife before returning to Pembroke.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Dyffryn Fernant Garden, owner-guided tour

Note

Please note: A waterproof jacket is recommended. To make the most of the tour, guests will need to walk around the garden with Christina. The walking tour will last about one hour, plus the 500-meter walk from the car park to the gardens each way. Guests may explore the garden independently.