article_snippet: Tens of thousands of people are expected to flock to Cardigan Castle, to see the results of the Cadwgan Building Preservation Trust project.
article_snippet: the results of the Cadwgan Building Preservation Trust project is set to be a lavish affair, with 3,000 daffodils and 1,700 rolls of turf planted in celebration of the occasion.
article_snippet: The castle, which has been unoccupied since 1996, will open its doors to visitors in April, following an extensive £12m restoration project which began in 2011 .
article_snippet: The redevelopment of the site has included the recreation of the paths and lawns of the Regency gardens and the fitting of a floor-to-ceiling glass restaurant .
article_snippet: Through extensive refurbishment, and many hours work from numerous volunteers, the derelict site has been transformed into a high-end heritage attraction, luxury accommodation, restaurant and wedding and events venue.
article_snippet: The renovation has transformed the house, previously inhabited by Barbara Wood, and restored the building for guests.
article_snippet: Funding for the grand project came from the Heritage Lottery Fund (£6m) and European Regional Development Fund (£4.3m), with the rest provided by other council and heritage trust funds.
article_snippet: The grand opening will be Wednesday 15 April 2015.
article_snippet: the grand project has seen the site transformed from a derelict building into a high-end heritage attraction, luxury accommodation, restaurant and wedding and events venue .
highlights_snippet: The 900-year-old historic site is set to be the top west Wales attraction .
  