Nantclwyd y Dre

Nantclwyd y Dre Nantclwyd y Dre offers a unique exploration of over 500 years of history, from medieval up to the 20th century.
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Tŷ a gerddi hanesyddol | Historic house and gardens

Cynlluniwch eich ymweliad: www.sirddinbych.gov.uk/nantclwyd-y-dre-rhuthun

Plan your visit: www.denbighshire.gov.uk/nantclwyd-y-dre-ruthin Step through the seven ages of this beautifully restored Grade I listed house as it reveals the lives of its residents. Begin your journey in 1435 and learn about how the building expanded from a weaver’s hal

l house to a 17th century lawyer’s townhouse and a Victorian school for young girls. The Lord’s Garden is a beautifully tranquil space right in the heart of Ruthin. Bring a picnic or simply take a stroll through lush greenery, vibrant colours and backdrop views of the Clwydian Range and Ruthin Castle. Young visitors can become “Young Explorers” with our specially designed trails and borrow bags that will help them discover more about Nantclwyd y Dre’s history and nature. Our “bat cam” is a great opportunity to observe our special maternity roost of Lesser horseshoe, Long-eared brown and Pipistrelle bats. If you are looking for a unique gift, our shop is stocked with products made by local artisans, including a selection of jams and chutneys made with fruit that was harvested from the Lord’s Garden.

Diwnod Tedis! Teddy Day!
27/08/2026

Diwnod Tedis! Teddy Day!

YFORY! TOMORROW!(Bilingual post, please scroll for English)Efallai ei bod hi braidd yn gawodlyd heddiw, ond mae ein Diwr...
26/08/2026

YFORY! TOMORROW!

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Efallai ei bod hi braidd yn gawodlyd heddiw, ond mae ein Diwrnod Tedis yn dal i gael ei gynnal heddiw!

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Ar gyfer unrhyw dedis nad ydynt eisiau gwlychu, mae gennym ni lwybr Tedis dan do i chi!

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It might be looking a little showery but our Teddy Day is still going ahead as planned!

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For any teddies that would rather not get wet, we've got an indoor Teddy trail for you!

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Bilingual post (please scroll for English)Ym 1691, prynodd Eubule Thelwall Ardd yr Arglwydd am £7. Pan adferwyd y gerddi...
21/08/2026

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Ym 1691, prynodd Eubule Thelwall Ardd yr Arglwydd am £7. Pan adferwyd y gerddi rhwng 2013 a 2016, defnyddiwyd ei frasluniau gwreiddiol fel sail ar gyfer y dyluniad. Heddiw, gall ymwelwyr gerdded ymhlith gwelyau ffurfiol wedi'u hysbrydoli gan waith tirlunio'r 17eg ganrif.

📍Nantclwyd y Dre, Rhuthun, LL15 1DP
📆Dydd Iau – Dydd Sadwrn
🕗10.30am – 4.30pm (mynediad olaf am 3.30pm)

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In 1691, Eubule Thelwall bought the Lord’s Garden outright for £7. When the gardens were restored between 2013 and 2016, his original sketches were used as a basis for the design. Today, visitors can walk among formal beds inspired by 17th-century landscaping.

📍Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthun, LL15 1DP
📆Thursday - Saturday
🕗10.30am – 4.30pm ( last entry 3.30pm)

Bilingual post (please scroll for English)Y rhesymau yr ydym wrth ein boddau’n cynnal priodasau!  #1 - Dod i’ch adnabod ...
19/08/2026

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Y rhesymau yr ydym wrth ein boddau’n cynnal priodasau!

#1 - Dod i’ch adnabod chi - Rydym wrth ein boddau’n dod i adnabod ein cyplau er mwyn eu helpu i wneud eu diwrnod yn berffaith ar eu cyfer.

#2 Paratoadau ar y diwrnod mawr - Cyn i’r gwesteion gyrraedd, mae awr dawel pan fydd popeth yn dod at ei gilydd. Rydym bob amser yn mwynhau gweld y tŷ a’r gerddi’n cael eu trawsnewid yn barod ar gyfer dathliad.

#3 Ymwelydd o fath gwahanol - Mae gweld y gwestai cyntaf yn cyrraedd ar ddiwrnod priodas bob amser yn foment gyffrous. Mae’r paratoadau terfynol wedi cael eu gwneud ac rydym yn dechrau gwneud un o’r pethau yr ydym yn ei fwynhau fwyaf yn Nantclwyd y Dre - croesawu pobl!

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Reasons we love hosting weddings!

#1 Getting to know you - We love getting to know our couples to help make their day perfect for them.

#2 Preparations on the day - Before guests arrive, there's a quiet hour when everything comes together. We always enjoy seeing the house and gardens transformed ready for a celebration.

#3 A different kind of visitor - The arrival of the first guest on a wedding day is always an exciting moment. Final preparations have been made and we start doing one of the things we love best at Nantclwyd y Dre – welcoming people!

Bilingual post (please scroll for English)Panel plethwaith a chlai Pan ddaethom ar draws y panel plethwaith a chlai gwre...
17/08/2026

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Panel plethwaith a chlai

Pan ddaethom ar draws y panel plethwaith a chlai gwreiddiol yma, roeddem yn gwybod bod yn rhaid i bawb ei weld!

Yn dechneg ganoloesol, mae hwn yn enghraifft o blethwaith collen sydd wedi’i wehyddu’n llorweddol rhwng y trawstiau derw. Mae’r darn penodol yma yn dyddio’n ôl i tua 1435!

📍Nantclwyd y Dre, Rhuthun, LL15 1DP
📆Dydd Iau – Dydd Sadwrn
🕗10.30am – 4.30pm (mynediad olaf am 3.30pm)

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Wattle and daub panel

When we came across this original wattle and daub we knew we had to make a feature out of it!

A medieval technique, this is an example of hazel-wattle, horizontally weaved between oak beams. This particular piece has been dated to around 1435!

📍Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthun, LL15 1DP
📆Thursday - Saturday
🕗10.30am – 4.30pm ( last entry 3.30pm)

Bilingual post (please scroll for English)Prynhawniau Gwener - yr amser perffaith i ddiffodd y dechnoleg!Friday afternoo...
14/08/2026

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Prynhawniau Gwener - yr amser perffaith i ddiffodd y dechnoleg!

Friday afternoons – the perfect time for a digital detox!

📍Nantclwyd y Dre, Rhuthun, LL15 1DP
📆Dydd Iau – Dydd Sadwrn | Thursday - Saturday
🕗10.30am – 4.30pm (mynediad olaf | last entry 3.30pm)

Bilingual post (please scroll for English)POV: Rydych chi’n 13 mlwydd oed yn 1935 ac rydych chi eisiau i’ch tad roi’r go...
12/08/2026

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POV: Rydych chi’n 13 mlwydd oed yn 1935 ac rydych chi eisiau i’ch tad roi’r gorau i wrando ar Raglen Genedlaethol y BBC am deulu radio McMichael Model 135 er mwyn i chi wrando ar radio Luxembourg i gael rhywbeth ychydig mwy bywiog!

Dewisodd Keith, un o’n haelodau staff, McMichael Model 135 fel un o’i ‘hoff bethau o’r gorffennol’ ar gyfer ein newyddlen ddiweddaraf. Darllenwch pam ei fod wedi’i ddewis yma: https://canva.link/2h9tol1mipavvl1

📍Nantclwyd y Dre, Rhuthun, LL15 1DP
📆Dydd Iau – Dydd Sadwrn
🕗10.30am – 4.30pm (mynediad olaf am 3.30pm)

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POV: You’re 13 years old in 1935 and you’re desperate for your Dad to finish listening to the BBC National Programme on the family McMichael Model 135 radio so you can tune into radio Luxembourg for something a bit more lively!

The McMichael Model 135 was chosen by staff member Keith as one of his favourite ‘picks from the past’ for our latest newsletter. Read why he chose it here: https://canva.link/xgpfsgzjmqbw1a6

📍Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthun, LL15 1DP
📆Thursday - Saturday
🕗10.30am – 4.30pm ( last entry 3.30pm)

🌿 Dydd Sul yma | This Sunday 🌿
04/08/2026

🌿 Dydd Sul yma | This Sunday 🌿

Join us for a FREE family event and learn about nature conservation across Northeast Wales in the grounds of Nantclwyd y Dre historical house and gardens!
Stands, storytelling, face painting, willow weaving and fun family learning activities.
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Ymunwch â ni am ddigwyddiad hwyliog rhad ac am ddim i’r teulu a dysgu am gadwraeth natur yng Ngogledd Ddwyrain Cymru ar dir Nantclwyd y Dre!
Stondiau, adrodd straeon, paentio wynebau, gwehyddu helyg a gweithgareddau addysgiadol hwyliog i'r teulu.
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Pa mor wych yw ysgall!? Anferthol a harddThistle appreciation post - so tall and beautiful!
03/08/2026

Pa mor wych yw ysgall!? Anferthol a hardd
Thistle appreciation post - so tall and beautiful!

Address

Nantclwyd Y Dre, Castle Street
Ruthin
LL151DP

Opening Hours

Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

01824 709822

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