Free Entry
This secret and magical place is free to explore, however as a charity we welcome donations
Penllergare Valley Woods is a secret and magical place, situated just minutes from Junction 47 of the M4 near Swansea in South West Wales. The Victorian estate was previously the home of John Dillwyn Llewelyn the renowned horticulturist, pioneering photographer and astronomer and consists of over a hundred hectares of mixed woodland, two lakes, seven miles of peaceful woodland walks and over five hundred years of Welsh history. The site is also known for its spectacular waterfall on the River Llan, which meanders through the estate.
Today the site is managed by the Penllergare Trust who have spent the last twenty years restoring and conserving this unique, family orientated, visitor attraction. To support the restoration programme the Trust has established a coffee shop and car park.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
This secret and magical place is free to explore, however as a charity we welcome donations
Penllergare Valley Woods is situated just off Junction 47 of the M4 on the A48
Penllergare TrustOur car park is open daily 9am - 5pm.
Parking costs £2.50 for up to three hours and £4 for all day. You can pay by coin or card. The car park barriers are locked at 5pm.
November 12th 2024
Penllergare Valley Woods has become a part of the National Forest for Wales - joining sites all over Wales
October 24th 2024
Join us for your Christmas preparations as we welcome back the wonderful Ruth Milton-Jones for a festive Christmas wreath-making workshop here at Penllergare in our new Woodland Centre.
October 4th 2024
Last week we welcomed three new residents to Penllergare. The cattle (two Herefordshire's and one Belted Galloway) are here to conservation graze Middle Park.
We are laying strong foundations for the future, sustainable upkeep of Penllergare Valley Woods. Donate Today
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