Why is erddig important to Wrexham?

Erddig’s walled garden is one of the most important surviving 18th century formal gardens in Britain. The gardens contain rare fruit trees, a canal, a pond, a Victorian era parterre, and are home to an NCCPG National Plant Collection of Hedera (ivy).

When was the stately home erddig built?

1680’s
Erddig was built in the 1680’s, then heavily remodelled in the early 18th century. The interiors showcase fine furniture, tapestries, and porcelain, plus a fascinating array of portraits of family servants with poems about their lives penned by the house owners.

Who lived at Erddig?

Erddig was owned by the Yorke family for 240 years; each successive owner being called either Simon or Philip. Simon Yorke I enjoyed his good fortune, developing the garden but doing little to the house. His marriage to heiress Dorothy Hutton produced one son, Philip.

Where in Wales is Erddig house?

Wrexham
Erddig Hall (Welsh pronunciation: [ˈɛrðɪɡ]) is a Grade-I listed National Trust property in Wrexham, Wales.

Can you cycle at Erddig?

Cyclists can also enjoy the park with a particularly lovely trail running along the river. You can also tour the impressive Erddig Hall with its grand rooms, furniture and gallery. There are a number of interesting outbuildings with stables, a smithy, a joiners’ shop and a sawmill too.

Is erddig free for National Trust members?

The parkland and estate is open and free to access with a number of walks to enjoy. The garden, natural play area Wolf’s Den, toilets, pre-loved book shop and shop are open. Our Hayloft restaurant is also open to eat in or to take away.

Who designed erddig?

Thomas Webb
James WyattRoger Pratt
National Trust – Erddig/Architects

How many acres is erddig?

1,200-acre
The 486-hectare (1,200-acre) landscape pleasure park, designed by William Emes, is a haven of peace and natural beauty, perfect for riverside picnics. Discover the ‘cup and saucer’ cylindrical cascade or explore the earthworks of a Norman motte-and-bailey castle.

Where can I take a family bike ride?

Cycle routes in London for families

• Epping Forest Circular Route.
• Richmond park cycle route.
• Lewisham to Sydenham via River Pool.
• Thames Path going east from Tower Bridge.
• Battersea Park Circular Cycle Route.
• Central London green belt cycle route.
• Regent’s Canal from Little Venice to Camden Lock.

Are National Trust properties open now?

Yes, our on-property shops in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are open. Our online shop is also open.

Is erddig free?

How did Philip Yorke I inherit the House of Erddig?

Philip Yorke I inherited Erddig on his father’s death in 1767. An inheritance from his mother’s brother meant he was able to marry Elizabeth Cust, daughter of Sir John Cust of Belton. The inheritance and her dowry helped finance their changes to Erddig, including: re-casing the west front of the house in stone, and

When was Erddig Hall given to the National Trust?

The house was passed down through the Yorke family until March 1973, when it was given to the National Trust.

Who was the original owner of Erddig House?

Erddig was owned by the Yorke family for 240 years; each successive owner being called either Simon or Philip. Simon Yorke I enjoyed his good fortune, developing the garden but doing little to the house.

Who was the owner of Erddig Hall Wrexham?

The building was sold to the master of the Chancery, John Meller in 1714. John Meller refurbished and enlarged the house (including adding two wings in the 1720s), and, on his death in 1733 unmarried and childless, passed it to his nephew, Simon Yorke (d. 1767) (first cousin of Philip Yorke, 1st Earl of Hardwicke).