Clytha Park

Clytha Park is a Neo-classical mansion built in the 1820s with a distinctive Greek-style columned entrance and walls of Bath stone. The two-story building stands on an artificial mound and anchors a 60-acre park that contains remains of formal gardens and a small castle structure.

The house was built between 1821 and 1828 by architect Edward Haycock for William Jones the younger, replacing an earlier Georgian structure. This new construction was part of a broader transformation of the estate that included enlarging the existing lake on the grounds.

The grounds reveal traces of how the estate was landscaped to showcase the owner's taste and status during the 1800s. Walking through the park, you can still sense the intentional arrangement of spaces that made this a statement of wealth and refinement.

The property is owned by the National Trust but visiting requires advance arrangements and coordination with conservation organizations. It is wise to check current access conditions before planning a visit, as it is not open on a regular schedule.

The mound supporting the mansion was created from excavated soil when the lake was expanded in the early 1800s, making the mansion's dramatic position the byproduct of a single landscaping project. This engineering approach shaped how visitors experience the entire setting today.

Location: Llanarth

Elevation above the sea: 40.7 m

Part of: Clytha House Estate

GPS coordinates: 51.77630,-2.91930

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:53