Llanerchaeron
Ceredigion, Wales
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Llanerchaeron, A482, Ciliau Aeron, Lampeter SA48 8DG
Telephone 01545 570200
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Llanerchaeron is a self-sufficient Welsh gentry estate designed by John Nash, notable for having its original outbuildings and farmyard still intact - one of the last examples of its kind in showable condition. Reviewers describe sweeping countryside views on arrival and gardens full of colour, with a working farmyard where animals are sometimes out and about. The cafe, overlooking a woodland walk and bridge, comes in for particular praise for its cakes.
Worth the trip
The intact farmyard and outbuildings, a genuinely rare survival that lets visitors see a Welsh gentry estate's working buildings as well as its house.
Before you go
Parking is free for the first hour if you just want to walk the grounds, but you'll need to pay to visit the house itself - check whether the farmyard animals are out, as that varies by visit.
Reviewers consistently describe Llanerchaeron as a hidden gem, praising its countryside views, well-preserved John Nash designed house, and colourful, thoughtfully planted gardens. The farm animals and a collection of vintage farming equipment, staffed by volunteers, are highlighted as a particular draw for families. The cafe is well liked for its cakes and lunch offering, though more than one reviewer warns it can get extremely busy with a wait for food. Grounds access is free for a short walk, with a charge to enter the house itself.
Self-sufficient Welsh gentry estate designed by John Nash, with its original outbuildings intact
“Such a beautiful little house. The gardens and grounds are equally lovely. The staff and volunteers are as knowledgeable and friendly as you would hope.”- Mary Gill, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Loads of parking,free for an hour if you fancy I quick walk around the grounds.” - S C
- Facilities
- “Just bear in mind, the outside cafe can be extremely busy and be prepared to wait for your food.” - Reddy Mog
Common questions about Llanerchaeron
Where is Llanerchaeron?
Llanerchaeron is in Ceredigion, Wales, at Llanerchaeron, A482, Ciliau Aeron, Lampeter SA48 8DG.
Do you need a ticket to visit Llanerchaeron?
Yes - Llanerchaeron is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Llanerchaeron?
The intact farmyard and outbuildings, a genuinely rare survival that lets visitors see a Welsh gentry estate's working buildings as well as its house.
Is Llanerchaeron a ruin or still intact?
Llanerchaeron is largely intact - Self-sufficient Welsh gentry estate designed by John Nash, with its original outbuildings intact.
