HISTORY
Every public room has unique features with craftsmanship from an earlier age - the Tudor panelling in the main hall is a particular feature.
The current listed house was built in the late 19th Century for General Gough who had married into the Davies-Griffith family, the long-term owners of the Caerhun Estate.
In 1929 the Roman fortress of Kanovium, situated within the grounds, was excavated by Sir Mortimer Wheeler. The mound can be seen between the golf course and the church, which was built at the north east corner of the fortress site. Kanovium linked the major forts of Deva (Chester) and Segontium (Caernarfon) and it is still possible to retrace Roman steps along the road via Rowen and Abergwyngregyn.
The Gardens
These are also listed and the basic layout has remained unaltered from Victorian times.
The Cedars of Lebanon are noteworthy features and are all centuries old. The large canopy of the magnificent specimen at the east of the main lawn has been a setting for many happy celebratory events. The walk to the west of the main lawn down to the cedar tree, adjacent to the golf course, was laid out in 1983 under the guidance of the then head gardener of Bodnant. It is bordered to the west by an ancient yew hedge, which separates the listed gardens and grounds from the "working" parts of lecture rooms, squash court and car parks.
As the owner of the freehold of Caer Rhun, John Anderson retains responsibility for the supervision of the upkeep of the main building and the garden. The gardeners are always happy to discuss their work and they take pride in maintaining the grounds to the highest possible standards.
The gardens are here to be enjoyed by all, we do hope you will take the time to do so.