Who owns Golden Grove Mansion?
Who owns Golden Grove Mansion?
Golden Grove Trust
Golden Grove (Welsh: Gelli Aur) is a mansion and estate in the Welsh county of Carmarthenshire, located 4 miles (6 km) southwest of Llandeilo….Golden Grove, Carmarthenshire.
| Golden Grove | |
|---|---|
| Architect | Jeffry Wyatville |
| Owner | Golden Grove Trust |
| Listed Building – Grade II* | |
| Official name | Golden Grove Mansion |
Why is Llandeilo famous?
Llandeilo hosted the National Eisteddfod of Wales in 1996, held on the meadow across the river at Ffairfach. The town sign was moved to the far side of the bridge at this time.
Is Llandeilo nice?
Llandeilo is a great weekend break in the UK if you are looking for a unique, shopping and dining experience, with a charming small-town feel. Whether you are having a romantic break, a family trip or a shopping trip with the girls, there is something for everyone.
What is the biggest town in Carmarthenshire?
Llanelli
Carmarthenshire
| County of Carmarthenshire Sir Gaerfyrddin | |
|---|---|
| Established | 1 April 1996 |
| County town | Carmarthen |
| Largest town | Llanelli |
| Government |
Who owns Gelli Aur?
The latest owner, Mr Richard Salmon, is a reclusive art dealer who bought the house and park and set up a trust, to which he transferred ownership along with a £1.5 million debt which the trust, devoid of any assets other than the house, is somehow expected to repay a year or so from now.
When was Llandeilo built?
It was first built in 1779 and re-built in 1851. In another retreat, and almost opposite, was a Wesleyan chapel. Built in 1809 it was re-built in 1849. A Baptist chapel had been built at the north end of Abbot’s Terrace in 1829.
Is Llandeilo a good place to live?
Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire has been named the best place to live in Wales. It tops the list of six locations in Wales chosen by The Sunday Times to represent the best of the UK. The guide describes Llandeilo as a “colourful and characterful corner of west Wales which is remote but still luxurious”.
Where should I live in Carmarthenshire?
Is Carmarthenshire Rural?
This is significantly higher than the percentage of all Wales residents deemed to live in rural areas, which stands at 33%. Figure 1 below shows that Carmarthenshire as a whole has a greater population of over 65s (23.3%) compared to the Wales average (20.6%).
