A view from the Great Orme, Grass and heathland hills drop off down to the sea. In the distance the mainland curves around enclosing the ocean like a bay. Above clouds are gathered in rows, fluffy and dark, with a deep blue sky.

Great Orme view © Dilys Thompson Photography

Plants out of Place: A Talk and Walk at the Great Orme

Location:

Great Orme, Visitor centre, Gogarth, Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 2XF

Book

Join us as we explore the new Garden Escapers exhibition on the Great Orme, followed by a guided walk with the site warden

Event details

Meeting point

The Great Orme Visitor Centre, Great Orme, Pyllau Rd, Llandudno

Date

Saturday 12 July 2025

Time

2:00pm - 3:30pm

About the event

Come along and learn about the amazing wildlife on the Great Orme. Discover the impact of invasive plant species on diverse landscapes, including limestone grassland habitats.

During the talk, you’ll delve into the world of Victorian era plant hunters and explore how new and exotic plants were introduced into the UK. You’ll then discover how some of these plants can cause problems when they escape from gardens, and find out what we can all do to help stop their spread and protect our wild spaces.

We’ll then embark on a guided walk with one of the Great Orme wardens, with stunning sea cliff views, to learn about the species impacting this important landscape.

Agenda:

14:00: Talk start

14:20: Q&A

14:30: Walk around the Orme

Find out more about our exhibition here.