NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDEN OF WALES
Middleton Hall, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HN Directions
Since 2012
Here’s The Deal:
"National Botanic Garden of Wales covers 568 acres of the beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside. The garden has the world’s largest single-span glasshouse, the British Bird of Prey Centre, a tropical Butterfly House, play areas, and a national nature reserve. All set in a Regency landscape which provides the stage for a packed programme of events and courses throughout the year. With displays of over 20 species of British raptors and thrilling flying demonstrations. The British Bird of Prey Centre is a must-see attraction for families and nature lovers. The Garden’s heritage comprises more than four thousand years of human history. They also offer group discounts for 10+ people. "
SPECIALITY:
Post-16 Education, Primary and Secondary Schools, Venue Hire, Shopping and Eating, British Bird of Prey Centre, Day Courses, Cubs and Scouts, Guides, Scientific Collections, Living Attractions, Accommodation, Glasswing Butterfly, Brownies, Research Team, Science and Society, Saving Pollinators, Heritage & Garden Areas
£Price: Children (5-16) £5.50
Adult £11.49
Single Parent Family (1 Adult & up to 3 children) £22
Families (2 Adults & up to 4 children) £33
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DYLAN THOMAS BOATHOUSE
Dylan's Walk, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire SA33 4SD Directions
Since 1953
Here’s The Deal:
"Dylan Thomas Boathouse terrace offers wonderful views of the Taf estuary and the Gower beyond. It is the building most closely associated with him and the stability of a permanent home meant he enjoyed a creative renaissance. It has the Boathouse with its remarkable and inspiring views of three estuaries. The poet's former home is now a museum dedicated to his life, and work. The Boathouse tearoom with its locally sourced, the home-cooked menu provides a welcome respite for walkers tackling the newly launched Wales Coast Path. Also, offers a variety of light lunches, snacks and a range of drinks to the public. Guide dogs are allowed in the house."
SPECIALITY:
Historical Information, Art Gallery, Programs, Exhibitions, Group Visits, Bibliography, Children's Activities, Boathouse, Food and Drink, Academic Papers, Tearoom, Displays, Collections, Teacher's Packs, Education, Events & Shop
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NATIONAL WOOL MUSEUM
Dre-fach Felindre, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire SA44 5UP Directions
Since 1976
Here’s The Deal:
"The National Wool Museum is a special place with a spellbinding story to tell. The Museum displays tell the story of the Woollen Industry through working machinery, archive material, and exciting hands-on displays and textile gallery. It focuses on the history, geography, science, art, design and technology, and the development of pupil’s key skills. This museum has a raised walkway gives a unique view of textiles in production at Melin Teifi, the site's commercial woollen mill, while the Textile Gallery displays aspects of the National Flat Textile Collection. They also offer visitors a range of food and drink in lovely surroundings. They afford free entry."
SPECIALITY:
Guided Tour, Shows, Exhibitions, Adult Learner and Teacher Programs, Displays, Online Shop, Design and Technology, Collections and Research, Primary School and Group Visits, Events, Gift Shops & Education