Erddig, located near Wrexham in Wales, is renowned for its meticulously restored 18th-century walled garden, which showcases significant Dutch influences. The estate's history dates back to the late 17th century when Joshua Edisbury, appointed High Sheriff of Denbighshire in 1682, commissioned the construction of Erddig House. The central block of the house was built between 1684 and 1687. In 1714, John Meller, a wealthy London lawyer, purchased Erddig and undertook extensive enhancements to both the house and its gardens. Meller's garden designs were heavily influenced by the Dutch style, characterized by formal layouts, symmetrical patterns, and the integration of water features. This style was prevalent in the Netherlands during the early 17th century and emphasized enclosed gardens with elaborate parterres, hedged walks, and orchards. Meller's grand walled garden was designed in the Dutch style, centered around an ornamental canal and including formal elements such as avenues and parterres, reflecting the grandeur of early 18th-century garden aesthetics. The garden featured fruit trees, which were prominent in Edisbury's original 1680s plans, and formal geometric patterns typical of Dutch garden design. Between 1768 and 1780, landscape designer William Emes was commissioned to enhance the parkland surrounding Erddig. Emes introduced naturalistic features, including the 'Cup and Saucer' water feature, and implemented tree plantings that complemented the formal garden, blending structured designs with the emerging English landscape style. In the mid-19th century, the garden saw further embellishments, notably the introduction of a Victorian parterre around 1861. This addition brought intricate floral patterns and vibrant seasonal plantings, adding a new layer of visual interest to the garden's design. By the mid-20th century, the garden had fallen into neglect, with overgrown vegetation and deteriorating structures. When the National Trust took ownership in 1973, a comprehensive restoration project commenced. Guided by historical plans and photographs, the Trust meticulously restored the garden to its former glory, reviving features like the walled garden, canal, and parterre. Head Gardener Mike Snowden led the ambitious restoration project, aiming to revive the garden's former glory. The team relied on historical plans and frost patterns in the grass to uncover the original designs of the Victorian parterre. Fruit trees were replanted, and the garden's structure was meticulously restored to reflect its 18th-century formal design. Today, Erddig Garden stands as a testament to centuries of horticultural evolution. Visitors can explore its diverse elements, including the restored walled garden, avenues of pleached limes, trained fruit trees, and the Victorian parterre, all set within the broader context of the surrounding parkland. The garden's rich history and careful restoration offer a unique glimpse into the changing styles and practices of British garden design over the past three centuries.