IT WAS a mansion for the elite Middleton family in the early 17th century – but now it lies buried beneath the grounds of the National Botanic Garden of Wales.
Not for much longer though. An archaeological dig by experts from Swansea and Trinity St David’s universities has begun, aimed at uncovering the early settlement on the Llanarthne estate at one of Wales’ prime tourist attractions.
The Middletons were a Welsh family considered to be a major force i… (View original article)