Llwyn Celyn farmhouse to open to public for rare weekend
The Landmark Trust, a leading building restoration charity, has organised the event, which will feature creative writing and wellbeing activities.
Celebrated poet Clare E Potter will lead a free creative house tour on Saturday, July 26, from 11am to 12pm, followed by a Writing for Wellbeing workshop from 1pm to 2pm.
Tickets for the workshop are £6.13, including the booking fee, and can be pre-booked via Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1397069766279?aff=oddtdtcreator
The farmhouse, typically reserved for holiday guests, is one of Monmouthshire's most atmospheric historic buildings.
Set in the picturesque Llanthony Valley, it is only open to the public two weekends a year.
Visitors can look forward to a free general entry, learning about the building's journey from ruin to restoration, and engaging in creative writing activities.
Restored by The Landmark Trust, Llwyn Celyn was recently featured on Channel 4's Historic House Rescue series.
The event is open to all, family-friendly, and refreshments will be available.
Dogs are also welcome on site.
Llwyn Celyn is approximately a 15-minute drive from Abergavenny, with accessible parking on site and general parking in a neighbouring field.
Pre-booking is preferred via the Landmark Trust website.
This rare event offers a chance to discover a slice of history in a stunning natural setting.
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