List of National Trust properties in Wales facts for kids

A sign in the Glyderau mountains, showing the National Trust name in English and Welsh.

The National Trust looks after many special places in Wales. These include amazing old houses, castles, beautiful coastlines, and wide-open countryside. This list shows some of the most interesting spots you can visit, grouped by their local area. Many other areas of land owned by the Trust are not listed here, but these are the main ones you'll find in their guidebooks and on their website.

Anglesey: Islands of History and Coastline
Carmarthenshire: Gold, Castles, and Follies
Ceredigion: Beaches and Historic Estates
Conwy: Gardens, Bridges, and Mountain Homes
Gwynedd: Majestic Mountains and Coastal Gems
Monmouthshire: Historic Houses and Castles
Neath Port Talbot: Industrial History and Waterfalls
Newport: A Grand Mansion
Pembrokeshire: Coastal Wonders and Ancient Homes
Powys: Wild Commons and Historic Castles
Swansea: Gower Coastline Gems
Vale of Glamorgan: Beautiful Gardens
Wrexham: Grand Castles and Estates
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Anglesey: Islands of History and Coastline

Anglesey is an island off the coast of North Wales. The National Trust cares for some fantastic places here.

Plas Newydd: This grand house from the 1700s sits right on the Menai Strait. It used to be home to the Marquesses of Anglesey. It's a great place to explore history and beautiful gardens.
Cemlyn Bay and North Anglesey Coast: The Trust looks after long stretches of the coast here, including Cemlyn Bay, Cemaes Bay, and Carmel Head. It's perfect for coastal walks and spotting wildlife.
Swtan: This is the last traditional thatched farmhouse on Anglesey. It was bought and fixed up by the National Trust and local friends in the late 1990s. It shows what farm life was like long ago.

Carmarthenshire: Gold, Castles, and Follies

Carmarthenshire has a mix of historical sites and natural beauty.

Dinefwr Park and Newton House: Explore an 18th-century park and an Edwardian mansion. There's also a castle nearby managed by Cadw, another heritage organization.
Dolaucothi Gold Mines: Step back in time at these ancient gold mines! You can see remains from Roman times and even take underground tours of mines from the Victorian era and the 20th century.
Dolaucothi Estate Woodland: Enjoy walking trails through the woods and hills above the Gold Mines. It's a great place for an outdoor adventure.
Paxton's Tower: This unique tower is known as 'Golwg y Byd' (Eye of the World). It was built by Sir William Paxton and offers amazing views of many counties.

Ceredigion: Beaches and Historic Estates

Ceredigion offers stunning coastlines and interesting estates.

Llanerchaeron: This 1790s villa, designed by John Nash, is surrounded by a complete farm estate and parkland. It gives you a glimpse into how people lived and worked centuries ago.
Mwnt: Visit this beautiful beach and headland, which also has a medieval church. It’s a peaceful spot with lovely views.
Penbryn: Discover a mile of golden sand, reached by walking through a lovely wooded valley. It's a perfect beach for a day out.
More in Ceredigion: The National Trust also cares for many other beaches, cliffs, and coastal spots like Ynys Lochtyn and inland sites like Henllan, Ceredigion.

Conwy: Gardens, Bridges, and Mountain Homes

Conwy is home to famous gardens and historic buildings.

Aberconwy House: This 15th-century house is right in the middle of Conwy town. It's a fascinating look at life from hundreds of years ago.
Bodnant Garden: Explore this huge 80-acre garden, first planted in 1874. It's on the edge of Snowdonia and is famous for its beautiful plants and flowers.
Bodysgallen Hall: This 17th-century house has lovely gardens and coastal parkland. It's now a hotel, so you can usually only visit if you're a guest.
Conwy Suspension Bridge: This historic bridge was built by Thomas Telford in 1820. It's anchored to the walls of Conwy Castle, making it a cool blend of engineering and history.
Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant: This stone farmhouse in the Conwy Valley is special because it's the birthplace of Bishop William Morgan. He was the person who translated the Bible into Welsh in 1588.
Ysbyty Ifan: This is the National Trust's largest farming estate, covering over 20,000 acres! It has 51 farms and 39 miles of footpaths for you to explore.

Gwynedd: Majestic Mountains and Coastal Gems

Gwynedd boasts some of Wales' most dramatic landscapes.

Carneddau and Glyderau: These are two mountain ranges in Snowdonia, covering 21,000 acres. They offer over 100 km of footpaths for hiking and exploring.
Craflwyn and Beddgelert: Discover beautiful valley sides near the Llyn Gwynant and Llyn Dinas lakes. It's a great area for walks and enjoying nature.
Dolmelynllyn Estate: This estate features a 200-year-old oak forest, a nature reserve, and the Rhaeadr Ddu waterfalls. The Dolmelynllyn Hall is now a hotel.
Hafod y Llan: This is the National Trust's largest farm in terms of land area. It stretches from Nant Gwynant all the way up to the summit of Snowdon, Wales' highest mountain.
Llanbedrog Beach: Enjoy the sandy beach with its colorful beach huts, surrounded by woodlands and a nearby headland.
Ogwen Cottage: This is an information and activity hub for Snowdonia. It used to be an outdoor pursuit center, perfect for starting your mountain adventures.
Penrhyn Castle: This huge 19th-century castle is like something out of a fairy tale! It has amazing interiors, a railway museum, and 60 acres of gardens and parkland.
Plas yn Rhiw: This 16th-century manor house was lovingly restored by three sisters in the 1930s. It's a charming place with a fascinating story.
Porth Meudwy: A beautiful cove near Aberdaron, this was traditionally a starting point for boats heading to Bardsey Island.
Porth y Swnt: Located in Aberdaron, this center provides information and exhibits about the culture, history, and environment of the Llŷn Peninsula and Bardsey Island.
Porthdinllaen: This traditional fishing village is perched on a narrow headland. It's a picturesque spot to see how coastal communities lived.
Porthor: This sandy bay at the very tip of Llŷn is famous for its "whistling sands" – they make a sound when you walk on them!
Segontium: Explore the remains of an ancient Roman fort near Caernarfon. The National Trust owns the site, and Cadw manages it.

Monmouthshire: Historic Houses and Castles

Monmouthshire has a mix of grand estates and ancient ruins.

Clytha Park: This estate includes an 1830s house (not usually open) and Clytha Castle, a 'folly' from the 1790s. A folly is a building built just for decoration!
The Kymin: Visit 'The Round House,' built in 1792 for picnics by local wealthy families. There's also a nearby memorial to famous naval admirals.
Skenfrith Castle: Explore the ruins of this 13th-century castle, which has roots in the Norman conquest of South Wales.

Neath Port Talbot: Industrial History and Waterfalls

Neath Port Talbot features a unique blend of industry and nature.

Aberdulais Tin Works and Waterfall: This site shows how industrial activity began here in 1584. In the 1800s, it made tin plate using water power. You can still see a big waterwheel and a turbine working next to the waterfall!

Newport: A Grand Mansion

Newport is home to a magnificent historic house.

Tredegar House: This impressive 17th-century mansion was once home to the Morgan family. It has beautiful stables and parkland to explore.

Pembrokeshire: Coastal Wonders and Ancient Homes

Pembrokeshire is famous for its stunning coastline and historic sites.

Cilgerran Castle: Explore the ruins of this 13th-century castle, which stands high above the Teifi Gorge. It's managed by Cadw.
Colby Woodland Garden: Discover these lovely woodland gardens hidden in a "secret valley" above Saundersfoot Bay.
Marloes Sands and Mere: Enjoy a long sandy beach with interesting rock formations. The nearby mere (a small lake) is important for birdlife.
Martin's Haven: A beautiful coastal spot on the Marloes peninsula.
Cleddau Woodlands: Explore the wooded valleys along the Cleddau Estuary.
Solva Coast: Solva Harbour is the main point in an 8-mile stretch of National Trust coastline along St Brides Bay.
Southwood Estate: This area has small fields and woods with great views over St Brides Bay, leading down to cliffs and the coastal path.
Stackpole: This ancient estate features man-made lakes, spectacular cliffs, and beautiful bays like Barafundle Bay and Broadhaven.
St Davids Peninsula and Visitor Centre: Explore the coastline at Porthclais and Whitesands. There's also a visitor center in St David's.
Tudor Merchant's House, Tenby: Step inside this 15th-century merchant's house in Tenby, complete with replica Tudor furniture to show you how people lived long ago.

Powys: Wild Commons and Historic Castles

Powys offers vast open spaces and an impressive castle.

Abergwesyn Common: This is a huge, remote area in mid-Wales, perfect for exploring. It has ancient sites scattered across its wide landscape.
Powis Castle & Garden: This 13th-century castle grew into a grand country home for the Herbert family. It's surrounded by amazing gardens designed in French and Italian styles.
Brecon Beacons: The National Trust looks after parts of this beautiful National Park. You can explore mountains like Pen y Fan, Sugar Loaf, and Ysgyryd Fawr, as well as glaciated valleys and waterfalls like Sgwd Henrhyd.

Swansea: Gower Coastline Gems

Swansea is home to the stunning Gower Peninsula.

Rhossili and South Gower Coast: This was the UK's very first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It includes Rhossili Bay, Worm's Head, and many other beautiful headlands and bays.
Pennard, Pwll Du and Bishopston Valley: This area features cliffs, caves, a wooded valley, and the Pwll Du headland with views towards the Mumbles.
Whiteford and North Gower: Explore saltmarshes, mudflats, sand dunes, and heathland further inland.

Vale of Glamorgan: Beautiful Gardens

The Vale of Glamorgan has a notable garden estate.

Dyffryn Gardens: These beautiful Edwardian gardens were designed in 1906. They cover over 55 acres! Inside the gardens is Dyffryn House, a Victorian mansion that is being restored. Some rooms are open and even have "hands-on" items you can play with.

Wrexham: Grand Castles and Estates

Wrexham features impressive castles and estates.

Chirk Castle: This 14th-century castle was built during the time of King Edward I. Over hundreds of years, it was made even grander by different families.
Erddig: This 18th-century mansion is set in lovely gardens and parkland, part of a 1200-acre estate. You can explore the well-preserved servants' quarters, workshops, and family rooms, giving you a real feel for life in a grand house.