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Gorsedd Stone Circle

This circular collection of stones was installed in 1978 to commemorate the Welsh National Eisteddfod in Cardiff.

Herbaceous Border

Our renowned ‘Herbaceous Border’ is a striking display of perennial and herbaceous plants that runs parallel to the river Taff.

Bat Meadow

The wildflower meadow was created in 2017 to provide a diverse and attractive habitat for insects, pollinators and a food source to encourage an increase in bat population.

Woodland Play Trail

Hidden in the woods behind the Summerhouse Café, 11 outdoor play items create an exciting and fun woodland balance trail for youngsters or the young-at-heart.

Sculptures

There are twenty one sculptures to discover throughout the park.

Seasonal Discovery Trails

Our Seasonal Discovery Trails are packed with fun ideas for children to do in the park throughout the year.

History Points (QR code) Trail

Use your QR scanner to access a wealth of information, old photographs, drawings and maps of Bute Park.

Champion tree trail

Bute Park contains a nationally significant arboretum collection. Dr Owen Johnson of the Tree Register of the British Isles (TROBI)... View Champion tree trail

Family tree trail

A trail for families with children - giving you a fun and friendly insight into our collection.

Blackfriar’s Friary

Blackfriars Friary is an ancient scheduled monument and a grade II listed building dating back to the 13th Century.