Dare Valley Cottage
Outdoor Spaces
From an adventure playground, boating lake, rose garden, cafe and acres to explore Aberdare Park has so much to see and do.
At the heart of the park is the beautiful boating lake, which has been painstakingly regenerated. Sail your own toy boats or hire one of the traditional paddle boats that have made a welcome return to the park. Choose from a swan or dragon boat and enjoy the water in style.
Take time to feed the geese and birds and don't miss the magnificent Coronation Fountain, which is one of just three in the world - it's identical to the one situated outside the famous Raffles hotel in Singapore.
Adventure Playground - Suitable for children of all ages, the huge play area will provide hours of fun. From multi play activity equipment for toddlers to the cable runway for older children, there is plenty to keep them active and happy.
Park Cafe - This family run café offers you a warm welcome and is opened from Easter weekend until the end of September. The opening times are 10am until 5.30pm (weather dependant).
Located to the side of the lake, this is the perfect place to sit down, relax and take in the scenery whilst sipping a nice cup of tea and/ or having a bite to eat. An indoor seating area is also available for those colder or wet days.
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Parc Aberdare
9 Park LnFrom an adventure playground, boating lake, rose garden, cafe and acres to explore Aberdare Park has so much to see and do.
At the heart of the park is the beautiful boating lake, which has been painstakingly regenerated. Sail your own toy boats or hire one of the traditional paddle boats that have made a welcome return to the park. Choose from a swan or dragon boat and enjoy the water in style.
Take time to feed the geese and birds and don't miss the magnificent Coronation Fountain, which is one of just three in the world - it's identical to the one situated outside the famous Raffles hotel in Singapore.
Adventure Playground - Suitable for children of all ages, the huge play area will provide hours of fun. From multi play activity equipment for toddlers to the cable runway for older children, there is plenty to keep them active and happy.
Park Cafe - This family run café offers you a warm welcome and is opened from Easter weekend until the end of September. The opening times are 10am until 5.30pm (weather dependant).
Located to the side of the lake, this is the perfect place to sit down, relax and take in the scenery whilst sipping a nice cup of tea and/ or having a bite to eat. An indoor seating area is also available for those colder or wet days.
500 acres of countryside, adventure playground, lakes, Black Rock Cafe, walks and bike trails all on the doorstep of the Cottage.
Dare Valley Country Park is a great place for walking. You can stroll at will in the country park or try one of the three way marked walks.
The Bwllfa Trail is a walk on level, surfaced paths with a shorter route, on tarmac, for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
The Cae Mawr Trail takes you off the beaten track on countryside paths, uphill and over stiles
The Penrhiwllech Trail follows a horseshoe shaped route out of the valley, around Tarren y Bwllfa, climbing high onto the upland plateau on countryside paths, over stiles and rough terrain.
Gravity Family Bike Park at Dare Valley Country Park opens this Spring, offering an incredible experience for all the family.
You can use the uplift service to be transported to the top of the Penrhiwllech mountain, before zooming down the trails.
There are three pump tracks scattered along the trails, so you can stop to test your skills and just have a great time.
Don’t worry if you don’t have a bike or the equipment, you can hire it from the Gravity Family Bike Park hub on site.
Please check that all the bike facilities are open before your visit.
Black Rock Cafe is a brand new addition to Dare Valley Country Park. Offering a wide selection of breakfasts, roasts, pasta, light bites, fish, sandwiches and vegan dishes.
The cafe is open 9am to 7pm daily.
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Parc rural de Dare Valley
Glamorgan Street500 acres of countryside, adventure playground, lakes, Black Rock Cafe, walks and bike trails all on the doorstep of the Cottage.
Dare Valley Country Park is a great place for walking. You can stroll at will in the country park or try one of the three way marked walks.
The Bwllfa Trail is a walk on level, surfaced paths with a shorter route, on tarmac, for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
The Cae Mawr Trail takes you off the beaten track on countryside paths, uphill and over stiles
The Penrhiwllech Trail follows a horseshoe shaped route out of the valley, around Tarren y Bwllfa, climbing high onto the upland plateau on countryside paths, over stiles and rough terrain.
Gravity Family Bike Park at Dare Valley Country Park opens this Spring, offering an incredible experience for all the family.
You can use the uplift service to be transported to the top of the Penrhiwllech mountain, before zooming down the trails.
There are three pump tracks scattered along the trails, so you can stop to test your skills and just have a great time.
Don’t worry if you don’t have a bike or the equipment, you can hire it from the Gravity Family Bike Park hub on site.
Please check that all the bike facilities are open before your visit.
Black Rock Cafe is a brand new addition to Dare Valley Country Park. Offering a wide selection of breakfasts, roasts, pasta, light bites, fish, sandwiches and vegan dishes.
The cafe is open 9am to 7pm daily.
The closest beach to the cottage and only a 35 minute drive.
The 2021 Seaside Award for Aberavon Beach was announced by Keep Wales Tidy on Friday, May 14th.
In recent years, more than £22m has been invested in infrastructure and facilities on the seafront and promenade by the council’s regeneration team with help from funders including the Big Lottery Fund and the Green Seas Programme.
During these years, updated public toilets have been installed, along with railings, seating, lighting and signage, plus two new children’s play areas, a skateboard park and re-designed sunken gardens.
The seafront’s popular Aquasplash facility will also be replaced this summer by an exciting new Splash Pad attraction which will include more than 30 different water features including fountains, jets and “waterfalls”.
With easy parking close to the beach, a lovely promenade for a stroll, amazing chip shop and cafe, Aberavon is a must do day out when visiting us.
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Aberavon Beach
The closest beach to the cottage and only a 35 minute drive.
The 2021 Seaside Award for Aberavon Beach was announced by Keep Wales Tidy on Friday, May 14th.
In recent years, more than £22m has been invested in infrastructure and facilities on the seafront and promenade by the council’s regeneration team with help from funders including the Big Lottery Fund and the Green Seas Programme.
During these years, updated public toilets have been installed, along with railings, seating, lighting and signage, plus two new children’s play areas, a skateboard park and re-designed sunken gardens.
The seafront’s popular Aquasplash facility will also be replaced this summer by an exciting new Splash Pad attraction which will include more than 30 different water features including fountains, jets and “waterfalls”.
With easy parking close to the beach, a lovely promenade for a stroll, amazing chip shop and cafe, Aberavon is a must do day out when visiting us.
Pen y Fan is the highest peak in south Wales, situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park. At 886 metres (2,907 ft) above sea-level, it is also the highest British peak south of Cadair Idris in Snowdonia.
This popular but stunning walking route gives easy access to the summit of Pen y Fan – the highest mountain in the Brecon Beacons and the whole of South Wales.
Starting from the car park at the Storey Arms, which at 435 metres high cuts out half of the overall ascent, you’ll follow the Beacons Way on a good footpath up the western slopes of Corn Du.
When you reach Corn Du’s plateaued 873m summit, Pen y Fan is just a short walk away across a stretch of wide ridge.
From the summit of Pen y Fan you’ll truly appreciate the beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park, with an ocean of luscious green valleys, shapely mountains, curved ridgelines and fluted cliffs stretching beneath your feet in every direction. With the exception of neighbouring Cribyn – a stunning 795m pyramid – many of the peaks have distinctive flat tops, a result of the region’s unique geology and weather systems.
You can extend the walk by visiting the summit of Cribyn, but if not return via Corn Du and head back to your start point.
This route was voted 11th in a 2017 ITV poll to find Britain’s Favourite Walk.
IMPORTANT: this is a relatively short and technically simple route, but Pen y Fan is a high mountain so be prepared for strong winds, heavy rain and low visibility. Plan your route carefully and always carry suitable hill walking gear.
Carpark: Pen-y-Fan Walk, Brecon LD3 8NL
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Pen-y-Fan
Pen y Fan is the highest peak in south Wales, situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park. At 886 metres (2,907 ft) above sea-level, it is also the highest British peak south of Cadair Idris in Snowdonia.
This popular but stunning walking route gives easy access to the summit of Pen y Fan – the highest mountain in the Brecon Beacons and the whole of South Wales.
Starting from the car park at the Storey Arms, which at 435 metres high cuts out half of the overall ascent, you’ll follow the Beacons Way on a good footpath up the western slopes of Corn Du.
When you reach Corn Du’s plateaued 873m summit, Pen y Fan is just a short walk away across a stretch of wide ridge.
From the summit of Pen y Fan you’ll truly appreciate the beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park, with an ocean of luscious green valleys, shapely mountains, curved ridgelines and fluted cliffs stretching beneath your feet in every direction. With the exception of neighbouring Cribyn – a stunning 795m pyramid – many of the peaks have distinctive flat tops, a result of the region’s unique geology and weather systems.
You can extend the walk by visiting the summit of Cribyn, but if not return via Corn Du and head back to your start point.
This route was voted 11th in a 2017 ITV poll to find Britain’s Favourite Walk.
IMPORTANT: this is a relatively short and technically simple route, but Pen y Fan is a high mountain so be prepared for strong winds, heavy rain and low visibility. Plan your route carefully and always carry suitable hill walking gear.
Carpark: Pen-y-Fan Walk, Brecon LD3 8NL
This circular walk through ‘Waterfall Country’ in the Brecon Beacons visits four stunning falls set in beautiful woodlands.
Tucked away on the southern slopes of the Fforest Fawr massif, west of Merthyr Tydfil, Waterfall Country is part of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the forest Fawr Geopark, with steep, tree-lined gorges and an abundance of tumbling water.
The popular Four Falls trail starts at the Cwm Porth car park, where the River Mellte vanishes into the largest cave entrance in Wales, then leads to the spectacular waterfalls of Sgwd Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd y Pannwr and Sgwd-yr-Eira.
Each waterfall is incredibly impressive but the best is saved for last at Sgwd-yr-Eira, where if you’re feeling brave enough you can walk behind the cascades on a rocky (and slippery) path that creeps beneath the veil of tumbling water.
This route was voted 40th in a 2017 ITV poll to find Britain’s Favourite Walk.
Carpark: Gwaun Hepste – Four Falls Trail Car Park, Unnamed Road, Aberdare CF44 9JF. (51.800032, -3.544613)
Gwaun Hepste - Four Falls Trail Car Park
This circular walk through ‘Waterfall Country’ in the Brecon Beacons visits four stunning falls set in beautiful woodlands.
Tucked away on the southern slopes of the Fforest Fawr massif, west of Merthyr Tydfil, Waterfall Country is part of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the forest Fawr Geopark, with steep, tree-lined gorges and an abundance of tumbling water.
The popular Four Falls trail starts at the Cwm Porth car park, where the River Mellte vanishes into the largest cave entrance in Wales, then leads to the spectacular waterfalls of Sgwd Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd y Pannwr and Sgwd-yr-Eira.
Each waterfall is incredibly impressive but the best is saved for last at Sgwd-yr-Eira, where if you’re feeling brave enough you can walk behind the cascades on a rocky (and slippery) path that creeps beneath the veil of tumbling water.
This route was voted 40th in a 2017 ITV poll to find Britain’s Favourite Walk.
Carpark: Gwaun Hepste – Four Falls Trail Car Park, Unnamed Road, Aberdare CF44 9JF. (51.800032, -3.544613)
Gnoll Estate Country Park, was voted as the Best Picnic spot in Wales 2010 by the Warburtons National Picnic Awards, and is set within 230 acres.
The park has retained its history by telling the story of the Mackworth family through the many original features still located within the grounds including four large duck ponds, the two impressive 18th century cascades and the Gnoll House ruins.
Whether visitors want to relax with a picnic, feed the ducks or try something more energetic like Gnoll Parkrun and FootGolf; the park has a host of activities and attractions providing a great fun filled day out for all.
25 minute drive from the cottage
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Parc Gnoll Country
134 FairylandGnoll Estate Country Park, was voted as the Best Picnic spot in Wales 2010 by the Warburtons National Picnic Awards, and is set within 230 acres.
The park has retained its history by telling the story of the Mackworth family through the many original features still located within the grounds including four large duck ponds, the two impressive 18th century cascades and the Gnoll House ruins.
Whether visitors want to relax with a picnic, feed the ducks or try something more energetic like Gnoll Parkrun and FootGolf; the park has a host of activities and attractions providing a great fun filled day out for all.
25 minute drive from the cottage
With trails taking you into the surrounding mountains, bike hire, adventure playground and loads of open space, Barry Sidings Countryside Park is a winner for all ages.
There’s free parking and plenty of places to have a picnic – or bring a barbecue and use the stands that are dotted all around the park.
If you prefer, check out the on-site café, which serves everything from vegan burgers to indulgent milkshakes.(Open 10am to 5pm). Services and access to toilets may be limited as a result of the ongoing Cov-19 pandemic response.
You can enjoy a leisurely stroll around the park and duck lake or venture up into the surrounding mountains and forestry.
30 minute drive from the cottage
8 habitants recommandent
Barry Sidings Countryside Park
With trails taking you into the surrounding mountains, bike hire, adventure playground and loads of open space, Barry Sidings Countryside Park is a winner for all ages.
There’s free parking and plenty of places to have a picnic – or bring a barbecue and use the stands that are dotted all around the park.
If you prefer, check out the on-site café, which serves everything from vegan burgers to indulgent milkshakes.(Open 10am to 5pm). Services and access to toilets may be limited as a result of the ongoing Cov-19 pandemic response.
You can enjoy a leisurely stroll around the park and duck lake or venture up into the surrounding mountains and forestry.
30 minute drive from the cottage
Visitor Attractions
Home to Phoenix and the Tower Coaster, Zip World Tower is the 4th Zip World site to open, and is the 1st to be situated in south Wales. Nestled in the Rhigos mountain range, and boasting stunning panoramic views, this adventure hub is situated at the old Tower Colliery coal mining site, and had created a new lease of life for this historic and widely-loved base.
Phoenix Zip Line - An unforgettable flight on the world’s fastest seated zip line! A new adventure to the Zip World roster, you could be one of the first to fly the Phoenix this spring 2021, whilst soaking in the incredible views of the Rhigos mountain range. Thrill-seekers will embark upon 2 separate zip zones with 4 parallel lines, as you soar your way across the historical coal mining Tower Colliery site. Not one to be missed this 2021! Ideal for families, adrenaline junkies over the age of 7.
Tower Coaster - For adrenaline junkies and families alike, the Tower Coaster is an adventure like no other! The only of its kind in Europe, you'll embark on an epic journey along this historic and beautiful Tower Colliery site, speeding along in a side-by-side kart as they dip and weave to stunning views of the Rhigos mountain range. The kart’s speed is in the adventurer’s hands, making this experience perfect for everyone - whether you're after an adrenaline-fuelled ride, or a relaxing coast along the tracks. What’s even better is you get 2 goes with your ticket!
Cegin Glo - Whether you’re in need of a refuel after your Zip World adventure, or want to sit back, relax, enjoy some stunning views alongside great food and drink, Cegin Glo is the spot for you. This modern yet rustic Bar & Bistro is the perfect setting to compliment the site’s rich history as a former coal mine, and references to its prolific past can be seen in every nook and cranny.
105 habitants recommandent
Tour Zip World
Home to Phoenix and the Tower Coaster, Zip World Tower is the 4th Zip World site to open, and is the 1st to be situated in south Wales. Nestled in the Rhigos mountain range, and boasting stunning panoramic views, this adventure hub is situated at the old Tower Colliery coal mining site, and had created a new lease of life for this historic and widely-loved base.
Phoenix Zip Line - An unforgettable flight on the world’s fastest seated zip line! A new adventure to the Zip World roster, you could be one of the first to fly the Phoenix this spring 2021, whilst soaking in the incredible views of the Rhigos mountain range. Thrill-seekers will embark upon 2 separate zip zones with 4 parallel lines, as you soar your way across the historical coal mining Tower Colliery site. Not one to be missed this 2021! Ideal for families, adrenaline junkies over the age of 7.
Tower Coaster - For adrenaline junkies and families alike, the Tower Coaster is an adventure like no other! The only of its kind in Europe, you'll embark on an epic journey along this historic and beautiful Tower Colliery site, speeding along in a side-by-side kart as they dip and weave to stunning views of the Rhigos mountain range. The kart’s speed is in the adventurer’s hands, making this experience perfect for everyone - whether you're after an adrenaline-fuelled ride, or a relaxing coast along the tracks. What’s even better is you get 2 goes with your ticket!
Cegin Glo - Whether you’re in need of a refuel after your Zip World adventure, or want to sit back, relax, enjoy some stunning views alongside great food and drink, Cegin Glo is the spot for you. This modern yet rustic Bar & Bistro is the perfect setting to compliment the site’s rich history as a former coal mine, and references to its prolific past can be seen in every nook and cranny.
BikePark Wales is home to the UK's greatest and most diverse selection of all weather mountain bike trails. With a vehicular uplift service to transport you to the top of the trails, bike and equipment hire, coaching, guiding and a lovely on site café we have everything you need for an incredible day on the mountain whether you are a beginner or pro mountain biker.
Trails - The UK's most incredible network of over 40 trails for riders of all abilities at BikePark Wales. Swooping bermed runs, tight gnarly rock sections, jump trails, drop offs, a pump track and even a family specific loop.
Uplift - The Bike Park Wales bus uplift fleet will transport you to the Summit of Myndd Gethin at 491 metres elevation so you can enjoy the amazing variety of world class descending trails we offer. Simply select the day you wish to visit and follow the simple process to purchase your day pass, we strongly recommend pre-booking as day passes are seldom available on-spec.
Bike Hire - The trails at the bike park are tough on bikes, so if you don't own the right kind of bike (a tough 140-180mm enduro bike) hiring is a great option. Each bike has not only been hand picked to suit a certain type of rider/trail, they have also modified the specs by adding Shimano drivetrains and brakes for ultimate performance.
128 habitants recommandent
Bike Park Wales
BikePark Wales is home to the UK's greatest and most diverse selection of all weather mountain bike trails. With a vehicular uplift service to transport you to the top of the trails, bike and equipment hire, coaching, guiding and a lovely on site café we have everything you need for an incredible day on the mountain whether you are a beginner or pro mountain biker.
Trails - The UK's most incredible network of over 40 trails for riders of all abilities at BikePark Wales. Swooping bermed runs, tight gnarly rock sections, jump trails, drop offs, a pump track and even a family specific loop.
Uplift - The Bike Park Wales bus uplift fleet will transport you to the Summit of Myndd Gethin at 491 metres elevation so you can enjoy the amazing variety of world class descending trails we offer. Simply select the day you wish to visit and follow the simple process to purchase your day pass, we strongly recommend pre-booking as day passes are seldom available on-spec.
Bike Hire - The trails at the bike park are tough on bikes, so if you don't own the right kind of bike (a tough 140-180mm enduro bike) hiring is a great option. Each bike has not only been hand picked to suit a certain type of rider/trail, they have also modified the specs by adding Shimano drivetrains and brakes for ultimate performance.
Just 10 minutes drive from the cottage.
Distillery Tours at Penderyn Distillery.
Penderyn Distillery produces award winning single malt whiskies and spirits in the foothills of the magnificent Brecon Beacons.
During the hour long tour you will learn about the founding of Penderyn, how the award winning whisky is made and what makes it so unique. See the mill, the mash tun, the innovative single copper-pot Pendern stills and the latest addition - a pair of pot stills. At the end of the tour sample some of the products in the Tasting Bar.
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Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre
PontprenJust 10 minutes drive from the cottage.
Distillery Tours at Penderyn Distillery.
Penderyn Distillery produces award winning single malt whiskies and spirits in the foothills of the magnificent Brecon Beacons.
During the hour long tour you will learn about the founding of Penderyn, how the award winning whisky is made and what makes it so unique. See the mill, the mash tun, the innovative single copper-pot Pendern stills and the latest addition - a pair of pot stills. At the end of the tour sample some of the products in the Tasting Bar.
Garwnant Visitor Centre sits in the heart of this beautiful forest and is the starting point for walking trails, mountain biking routes for junior riders and a fully accessible trail for wheelchair users and buggies.
There's also a play area, low ropes course and two puzzle trails plus a café to relax in and enjoy fresh local produce and views.
Puzzle Trails
Pick up a leaflet in the Visitor Centre and solve the clues to complete the Animal Sculpture Trail. You can discover more about the wildlife and trees that thrive in and around Garwnant as you find the sculptures. Alternatively try the accessible Tree Trail.
Forest Walks
The Willow Walk
A gentle all-ability trail.
The trail allows easy access to explore the forest for visitors with wheelchairs, electric buggies and pushchairs. After crossing three bridges, the trail goes through a willow tunnel on its way back to the visitor centre.
The Wem Walk
The woodland trail takes you past the ruins of Wern Farm, which reveals this area's agricultural past. The trail returns to the visitor centre along a forest road which offers some good views along the way.
Bike Trails
There are 2 bike trails (one easy, one moderate) that start from the Visitor Centre along with a bike skills park for younger children.
The Skills Park has a series of child-friendly obstacles designed especially to improve skills and build confidence. Riders need to be able to pedal uphill and to negotiate simple turns. All features can be ridden slowly or avoided completely and riders push their bike up the ramp and ride around each of the features in turn.
22 habitants recommandent
Garwnant
Garwnant Visitor Centre sits in the heart of this beautiful forest and is the starting point for walking trails, mountain biking routes for junior riders and a fully accessible trail for wheelchair users and buggies.
There's also a play area, low ropes course and two puzzle trails plus a café to relax in and enjoy fresh local produce and views.
Puzzle Trails
Pick up a leaflet in the Visitor Centre and solve the clues to complete the Animal Sculpture Trail. You can discover more about the wildlife and trees that thrive in and around Garwnant as you find the sculptures. Alternatively try the accessible Tree Trail.
Forest Walks
The Willow Walk
A gentle all-ability trail.
The trail allows easy access to explore the forest for visitors with wheelchairs, electric buggies and pushchairs. After crossing three bridges, the trail goes through a willow tunnel on its way back to the visitor centre.
The Wem Walk
The woodland trail takes you past the ruins of Wern Farm, which reveals this area's agricultural past. The trail returns to the visitor centre along a forest road which offers some good views along the way.
Bike Trails
There are 2 bike trails (one easy, one moderate) that start from the Visitor Centre along with a bike skills park for younger children.
The Skills Park has a series of child-friendly obstacles designed especially to improve skills and build confidence. Riders need to be able to pedal uphill and to negotiate simple turns. All features can be ridden slowly or avoided completely and riders push their bike up the ramp and ride around each of the features in turn.
Castle and Gardens
Park Train
Deer
Beautiful walks
Farm Trail
Canoeing
Stand up paddle boarding
Mountain Bike Hire
Pedalo Hire
Bushcraft
Archery
Adventure Playground
There really is something for everyone at Margam Country Park.
8 habitants recommandent
Margam Park station
Castle and Gardens
Park Train
Deer
Beautiful walks
Farm Trail
Canoeing
Stand up paddle boarding
Mountain Bike Hire
Pedalo Hire
Bushcraft
Archery
Adventure Playground
There really is something for everyone at Margam Country Park.
An absolute must for dinosaur lovers and cave explorers.
Just a 30 minute drive from the Cottage.
Three caves
250 dinosuars
Replica Iron Age farm
Interactive Museum
Shire Horse Centre
Farmyard
Stone Circles
Indoor and Outdoor playground
www.showcaves.co.uk
133 habitants recommandent
Centre national des grottes pour le Pays de Galles
An absolute must for dinosaur lovers and cave explorers.
Just a 30 minute drive from the Cottage.
Three caves
250 dinosuars
Replica Iron Age farm
Interactive Museum
Shire Horse Centre
Farmyard
Stone Circles
Indoor and Outdoor playground
www.showcaves.co.uk
The Grade II* registered Cyfarthfa Park is one of the most frequently visited free tourist attractions in Wales.
Covering 65 hectares it occupies a prominent position overlooking the town of Merthyr Tydfil and the historic site of the Cyfarthfa Ironworks. The Park also provides a beautiful backdrop to the Grade I listed Cyfarthfa Castle, former home to the illustrious Crawshay family, and is recognised as being the best example of a 19th century Ironmaster’s residence to have survived in South Wales.
Throughout the year Cyfarthfa Park is frequently used as a destination for events ranging from large-scale concerts and firework displays to craft demonstrations, fun runs and charity events.
Commissioned and built in 1824-25, Cyfarthfa Castle was constructed for ‘The Ironmaster’ William Crawshay II, who was one of the most influential men in Wales at the time. It is now home to a popular Museum and Art Gallery which is open to the public throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy a yearly programme of walks, talks, workshops and exhibitions or explore the Museum which is a testament to the spirit of the working man, Merthyr's spirit and the story which makes Merthyr so important in history for Wales and Britain as a whole.
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum offers audio tours in a number of languages and can cater for guided groups/individual tours if requested in advance. Furthermore, the facility houses a popular Tea Room with an exquisite range of homemade food and drinks available all year round.
Refreshments are available at Cyfarthfa Tea Rooms which can be found within the Castle.
41 habitants recommandent
Musée et galerie d'art du château de Cyfarthfa
Brecon RoadThe Grade II* registered Cyfarthfa Park is one of the most frequently visited free tourist attractions in Wales.
Covering 65 hectares it occupies a prominent position overlooking the town of Merthyr Tydfil and the historic site of the Cyfarthfa Ironworks. The Park also provides a beautiful backdrop to the Grade I listed Cyfarthfa Castle, former home to the illustrious Crawshay family, and is recognised as being the best example of a 19th century Ironmaster’s residence to have survived in South Wales.
Throughout the year Cyfarthfa Park is frequently used as a destination for events ranging from large-scale concerts and firework displays to craft demonstrations, fun runs and charity events.
Commissioned and built in 1824-25, Cyfarthfa Castle was constructed for ‘The Ironmaster’ William Crawshay II, who was one of the most influential men in Wales at the time. It is now home to a popular Museum and Art Gallery which is open to the public throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy a yearly programme of walks, talks, workshops and exhibitions or explore the Museum which is a testament to the spirit of the working man, Merthyr's spirit and the story which makes Merthyr so important in history for Wales and Britain as a whole.
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum offers audio tours in a number of languages and can cater for guided groups/individual tours if requested in advance. Furthermore, the facility houses a popular Tea Room with an exquisite range of homemade food and drinks available all year round.
Refreshments are available at Cyfarthfa Tea Rooms which can be found within the Castle.
REOPENING END OF JUNE - PLEASE CHECK BEFORE YOU VISIT
The line runs from Pant, 3 miles North of Merthyr Tydfil, to Torpantau following part of the route of the original Brecon & Merthyr Railway which closed in 1964.
Travel from the Main Station at Pant in one of the all-weather Observation Carriages, behind a vintage Steam Locomotive.
The journey takes you into the Brecon Beacons National Park, through Pontsticill and along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservior before climbing to Torpantau high in the Brecon Beacons and the summit of the original line.At the main station in Pant you can visit our Licensed Tearooms for refreshments, gifts and souvenirs are available from the Shop. You can also visit the Workshop where the Steam Locomotives and Carriages are repaired.
All trains travel non stop from Pant to Torpantau. All returning trains from Torpantau stop at our intermediate station in Pontsticill where you can visit our Lakeside Cafe, admire the view or go for walks alongside the reservoir, there is also a children's play area here.
84 habitants recommandent
Brecon Mountain Railway
Pontsticill RoadREOPENING END OF JUNE - PLEASE CHECK BEFORE YOU VISIT
The line runs from Pant, 3 miles North of Merthyr Tydfil, to Torpantau following part of the route of the original Brecon & Merthyr Railway which closed in 1964.
Travel from the Main Station at Pant in one of the all-weather Observation Carriages, behind a vintage Steam Locomotive.
The journey takes you into the Brecon Beacons National Park, through Pontsticill and along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservior before climbing to Torpantau high in the Brecon Beacons and the summit of the original line.At the main station in Pant you can visit our Licensed Tearooms for refreshments, gifts and souvenirs are available from the Shop. You can also visit the Workshop where the Steam Locomotives and Carriages are repaired.
All trains travel non stop from Pant to Torpantau. All returning trains from Torpantau stop at our intermediate station in Pontsticill where you can visit our Lakeside Cafe, admire the view or go for walks alongside the reservoir, there is also a children's play area here.
The Meadows Farm Village is an interactive animal experience for all the family to enjoy.
They specialise in offering a unique experience to interact with a mixture of farm animals. Animal family includes meerkats, raccoon dogs, wallabies, reindeer, rabbits, guinea pigs, turkeys, chickens, ducks, peafowl, geese, swans, donkeys, alpacas, horses, cows, sheep, micro pigs, pygmy goats and emu.
The Meadows spans over 21 acres providing opportunities for not just animal interaction but opportunities for a natural county side experience.
35 minute drive from the cottage
Playworks The Meadows - Farm Village Retreat
Gypsy LaneThe Meadows Farm Village is an interactive animal experience for all the family to enjoy.
They specialise in offering a unique experience to interact with a mixture of farm animals. Animal family includes meerkats, raccoon dogs, wallabies, reindeer, rabbits, guinea pigs, turkeys, chickens, ducks, peafowl, geese, swans, donkeys, alpacas, horses, cows, sheep, micro pigs, pygmy goats and emu.
The Meadows spans over 21 acres providing opportunities for not just animal interaction but opportunities for a natural county side experience.
35 minute drive from the cottage
LIDO PONTY HAS IT ALL!
With three outdoor pools; a main pool, an activity pool and a splash pool, Lido Ponty offers fantastic swimming opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.
For just £2.50, visitors can also enjoy everything from fun inflatables to Aqua Scooterz, Aqua Peddlerz and Water Walker.
Aimed at smaller visitors, the splash pool is complete with an umbrella water fountain that your little ones will love. They can bring their buckets and watering cans and play in the warm water in this safe and happy environment.
On our warmer days, simply dip your toes in the heated water and relax on the sun terrace.
To avoid disappointment you can book online up to 7 days in advance.
Please note these tickets are often taken very early.
Admission to the National Lido of Wales, Lido Ponty, is FREE for children under the age of 16 and £2.00 per adult
15 habitants recommandent
Lido Ponty - Lido National du Pays de Galles
LIDO PONTY HAS IT ALL!
With three outdoor pools; a main pool, an activity pool and a splash pool, Lido Ponty offers fantastic swimming opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.
For just £2.50, visitors can also enjoy everything from fun inflatables to Aqua Scooterz, Aqua Peddlerz and Water Walker.
Aimed at smaller visitors, the splash pool is complete with an umbrella water fountain that your little ones will love. They can bring their buckets and watering cans and play in the warm water in this safe and happy environment.
On our warmer days, simply dip your toes in the heated water and relax on the sun terrace.
To avoid disappointment you can book online up to 7 days in advance.
Please note these tickets are often taken very early.
Admission to the National Lido of Wales, Lido Ponty, is FREE for children under the age of 16 and £2.00 per adult
Rest and Relaxation
Set in the beautiful grounds of Cyfarthfa park in Merthyr Tydfil, the award-winning retreat is an oasis of tranquillity & calm, providing the very best in luxurious spa treatments.
The zen relaxation suite, including infrared sauna, robe & slippers plus complimentary refreshments are available to all guests when booking a full spa treatment or package, complimenting your visit perfectly.
Our dual spa treatment room can be requested upon booking, enabling you to share your spa experience with that someone special.
From muscle melting massages to revitalising facials, our menu of expert spa treatments are the perfect way to escape the outside world, recharging you both mentally & physically.
Just a 20 minute drive from the cottage. Booking essential.
The Rose Retreat
Gweoldygarth laneSet in the beautiful grounds of Cyfarthfa park in Merthyr Tydfil, the award-winning retreat is an oasis of tranquillity & calm, providing the very best in luxurious spa treatments.
The zen relaxation suite, including infrared sauna, robe & slippers plus complimentary refreshments are available to all guests when booking a full spa treatment or package, complimenting your visit perfectly.
Our dual spa treatment room can be requested upon booking, enabling you to share your spa experience with that someone special.
From muscle melting massages to revitalising facials, our menu of expert spa treatments are the perfect way to escape the outside world, recharging you both mentally & physically.
Just a 20 minute drive from the cottage. Booking essential.
Food & Drink
In the middle of waterfall country, The New Inn is the perfect stop after a day hiking the falls.
17 habitants recommandent
The New Inn
In the middle of waterfall country, The New Inn is the perfect stop after a day hiking the falls.
Industrial style bistro, themed on an authentic Welsh Coal mine.
Just a 15 minute drive from the cottage.
https://www.theminebistro.co.uk/our-menu
The mine
24 High StreetIndustrial style bistro, themed on an authentic Welsh Coal mine.
Just a 15 minute drive from the cottage.
https://www.theminebistro.co.uk/our-menu
The Old White Horse in the Village of Pontneathvaughan is a family friendly pub with a great choice of drinks and an amazing menu of home-cooked food served daily.
With outdoor seating for warm days and a real fire indoors for older ones.
https://www.facebook.com/OldWhiteHorseInn/menu
Just a 15 minute drive from the cottage
8 habitants recommandent
The Old White Horse Inn
High StreetThe Old White Horse in the Village of Pontneathvaughan is a family friendly pub with a great choice of drinks and an amazing menu of home-cooked food served daily.
With outdoor seating for warm days and a real fire indoors for older ones.
https://www.facebook.com/OldWhiteHorseInn/menu
Just a 15 minute drive from the cottage
Amazing Dessert House - takeaway or delivery via Uber Eats
Waffles, Crepes, Milkshakes, Smoothies, Cookie Dough, Ice Cream & Brownies.
Imperial desserts
4 High StreetAmazing Dessert House - takeaway or delivery via Uber Eats
Waffles, Crepes, Milkshakes, Smoothies, Cookie Dough, Ice Cream & Brownies.
Dine with us at Billa's, our extensive menu and family-friendly restaurant makes it easy to find something for everyone, whether it's a birthday, anniversary or if you're just looking for a great night out with even better food. Billa's is the place to be.
With a lovely outdoor terrace and large indoor restaurant this is a great choice for couples and families alike. Takeaway menu also available.
Just a 10 minute drive from the cottage.
https://www.billas.co.uk/food-menu
David's
53-54 Cardiff StDine with us at Billa's, our extensive menu and family-friendly restaurant makes it easy to find something for everyone, whether it's a birthday, anniversary or if you're just looking for a great night out with even better food. Billa's is the place to be.
With a lovely outdoor terrace and large indoor restaurant this is a great choice for couples and families alike. Takeaway menu also available.
Just a 10 minute drive from the cottage.
https://www.billas.co.uk/food-menu
Grey Trees Craft Beer Tap House.
Serving a selection of Quality Craft Ales both cask & keg.
We also stock a huge choice of, Spirits, Wines & Soft Drinks.
A takeaway bottle shop is also available where you can purchase quality ale and merchandise
Outdoor courtyard seating in addition to indoor area.
Just a 10 minute drive from the cottage. Or a leisurely stroll down through the country park and into the town centre. (located next to Billas Italian if you fancy a bite to eat first)
The National Tap
Cardiff StreetGrey Trees Craft Beer Tap House.
Serving a selection of Quality Craft Ales both cask & keg.
We also stock a huge choice of, Spirits, Wines & Soft Drinks.
A takeaway bottle shop is also available where you can purchase quality ale and merchandise
Outdoor courtyard seating in addition to indoor area.
Just a 10 minute drive from the cottage. Or a leisurely stroll down through the country park and into the town centre. (located next to Billas Italian if you fancy a bite to eat first)
Bert & Ernies, is a Cocktail, Gin & Wine bar located in the centre of Aberdare.
Serving a variety of food, along with great coffee, a fantastic selection of trendy Cocktails, Gin's, Rum's & Spirits and Wines all day long
Book in advance to avoid disappointment
Bert & Ernies cocktail bar
19 Duke StreetBert & Ernies, is a Cocktail, Gin & Wine bar located in the centre of Aberdare.
Serving a variety of food, along with great coffee, a fantastic selection of trendy Cocktails, Gin's, Rum's & Spirits and Wines all day long
Book in advance to avoid disappointment
Indoor Play/Adventure
Huge indoor soft play centre only 10 minutes from the cottage.
Two soft play frames, soccer area, toddler area, disco, bowling and cafe.
An easy few hours out when the weather isn't great.
Dragons Den Soft Play
Huge indoor soft play centre only 10 minutes from the cottage.
Two soft play frames, soccer area, toddler area, disco, bowling and cafe.
An easy few hours out when the weather isn't great.
Trampolines, ninja warrior obstacle course, toddler area, slam dunk and dodgeball.
9 habitants recommandent
Vertigo Trampoline Park
Trampolines, ninja warrior obstacle course, toddler area, slam dunk and dodgeball.
Summit Centre is located in the heart of the Welsh Valleys, south of Merthyr Tydfil and is overlooked by beautiful hills and woodland.
Boasts stunning indoor climbing walls, bouldering, , a cafe, outdoor play area, a man-made caving system, Aerial Adventure course and over 20 instructed activities.
Summit Centre is a great choice for family days out in Wales, climbers, school trips, youth group weekends, birthday parties and church retreats.
25 habitants recommandent
Rock UK Summit Centre
Summit Centre is located in the heart of the Welsh Valleys, south of Merthyr Tydfil and is overlooked by beautiful hills and woodland.
Boasts stunning indoor climbing walls, bouldering, , a cafe, outdoor play area, a man-made caving system, Aerial Adventure course and over 20 instructed activities.
Summit Centre is a great choice for family days out in Wales, climbers, school trips, youth group weekends, birthday parties and church retreats.