Gardens of South Wales
Social Breaks and Holidays
31 August - 3 September 2026
Enjoy a relaxing weekday escape to the lush landscapes of South Wales, with visits to three of the region’s most relaxing gardens: The National Botanic Garden of Wales, Aberglasney Gardens and Dyffryn Gardens.
- Date
- Monday, 31 Aug 2026
- Time
- All day
- Location
- The Mercure Swansea
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About the breakMonday 31 August - Thursday 3 September 2026Stay at The Mercure Swansea, ideally located for exploring the rich cultural heritage of South Wales. Each day offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in curated gardens, historic estates and peaceful walking trails. If you’re a nature lover, this break is for you. What's includedYour stay includes three nights of dinner, bed and breakfast, with a welcome drink of a glass of wine on the first evening. Three excursions and admissions to gardens are also included. |
ExcursionsThis exciting new break is perfect for nature and gardening enthusiasts who are drawn to peaceful landscapes and historic gardens. Wales is home to some of the UK's horticultural treasures and this itinerary will take you on a journey from sweeping glasshouses to Edwardian estates. The National Botanic Garden of Wales is home to the world’s largest single-span glasshouse and is a paradise of native and exotic plants spread across 500 acres. For more information, or to plan things to do upon arrival at the botanic garden, click here: National Botanic Garden of Wales Aberglasney Gardens is home to more than ten acres of enchanting heritage gardens, from indoor sub-tropical gardens to their Elizabethan Cloister Garden. Take a look around the historic grade II listed mansion or relax in the tea rooms. Find out more about Aberglasney here: Aberglasney Gardens Dyffryn Gardens is a National Trust property with 55-acre gardens from gorgeous arboretums to tropical glasshouses. Find out more on these Edwardian gardens here: Dyffryn Gardens After a visit to Dyrffryn Gardens, the coach will take you a quick 25-minute drive to visits St Fagans National History Museum located on the edge of Cardiff. Here you can learn about Welsh culture, traditional crafts and heritage. For more information, click here: St Fagans National Museum of History |
What to do in the local areaFor those interested in culture and history, Swansea’s National Waterfront Museum and Dylan Thomas Centre offer engaging exhibitions and a deeper look into Welsh heritage. Shoppers can browse Swansea Market, the largest indoor market in Wales, known for its local crafts, fresh produce and traditional Welsh cakes. If you’re looking for a slower moment between excursions, nearby Llansamlet Lake provides a quiet spot for birdwatching or a gentle walk. |
Attractions you can visit
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St Fagans Gardens
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St Fagans Museum
About the hotelThe Mercure Swansea has four accessible rooms available, so please request this at time of booking. Pet friendly rooms are available at a surcharge of £15 per night. For any queries regarding this break, please email the Social Group on social.group@boundless.co.uk. |
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Hotel garden
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Bar and lounge
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Bedroom
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Front of hotel
Hotel garden
Bar and lounge
Bedroom
Front of hotel
Price£385 per person based on two sharing a double/twin room. Single supplement is charged at £25 per night. There are three upgraded rooms available at £20 supplement per night. A £50 deposit is necessary at time of booking and the full balance is due 8 weeks in advance of the break starting. Pet friendly rooms are available at a surcharge of £15 per night Room UpgradesRoom upgrades are not available for this break. |
How to bookTo book, please contact Just for Groups 01603 616316 and quote 'BNDSWA26'. Keeping in touch We’d like to stay in touch with you about your break and let you know about any changes, should they occur. Please click here to fill out the form. |
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