Tel: 0118 971 4700
Aberdulais Falls
Aberdulais
Neath
West Glamorgan
SA10 8EU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 636674
The force of the water at Aberdulais Falls once powered the copper and tin industries. Now, as well as being an inspiring area of natural beauty in its own right the waterfalls, are home to the largest hydroelectric water wheel in Europe. The site is managed by the National Trust.
Aberdulais
Neath
West Glamorgan
SA10 8EU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 636674
The force of the water at Aberdulais Falls once powered the copper and tin industries. Now, as well as being an inspiring area of natural beauty in its own right the waterfalls, are home to the largest hydroelectric water wheel in Europe. The site is managed by the National Trust.
Dan-Yr-Ogof Showcave
Abercrave
Swansea
West Glamorgan
SA9 1GJ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 730284
A visit to Dan-Yr-Ogof, part of the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, is a truly fun-filled interactive family day out. Guests may take a tour of the showcaves, with their impressive stalactite formations, or visit the ‘Bone Cave’, where the remains of a Bronze Age family were found. Other on site attractions includes the life-size replicas in the Dinosaur Park, the Stone Circles (traditional burial places), the Shire Horse Centre and the 19th century farm.
Abercrave
Swansea
West Glamorgan
SA9 1GJ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 730284
A visit to Dan-Yr-Ogof, part of the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, is a truly fun-filled interactive family day out. Guests may take a tour of the showcaves, with their impressive stalactite formations, or visit the ‘Bone Cave’, where the remains of a Bronze Age family were found. Other on site attractions includes the life-size replicas in the Dinosaur Park, the Stone Circles (traditional burial places), the Shire Horse Centre and the 19th century farm.
Gnoll Estate
Gnoll Estate Visitor Centre
Neath
West Glamorgan
SA11 3BS
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 635808
Gnoll Estate is a historic garden turned visitor attraction near Neath in West Glamorgan. The Gnoll Estate is made up of picturesque landscapes with footpaths of varying difficulties, which are perfect for enjoying an afternoon’s walk and appreciating the historic surroundings. It’s a lovely location for a picnic.
Gnoll Estate Visitor Centre
Neath
West Glamorgan
SA11 3BS
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 635808
Gnoll Estate is a historic garden turned visitor attraction near Neath in West Glamorgan. The Gnoll Estate is made up of picturesque landscapes with footpaths of varying difficulties, which are perfect for enjoying an afternoon’s walk and appreciating the historic surroundings. It’s a lovely location for a picnic.
Margam Abbey and Stones Museum
Port Talbot
West Glamorgan
SA13 1AA
United Kingdom
Tel: 02920 500200
Margam Abbey ruins are the remains of a Cistercian Monastery. The nave of the Abbey is still standing and used as a local parish church. The adjacent Stones Museum is located in a former school house and houses an impressive collection of historic early-Christian memorial stones.
Port Talbot
West Glamorgan
SA13 1AA
United Kingdom
Tel: 02920 500200
Margam Abbey ruins are the remains of a Cistercian Monastery. The nave of the Abbey is still standing and used as a local parish church. The adjacent Stones Museum is located in a former school house and houses an impressive collection of historic early-Christian memorial stones.
Margam Country Park
Margam
Port Talbot
West Glamorgan
SA13 2TJ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 881635
Margam Park offers an enjoyable family day out. At the centre sits the impressive Tudor Gothic-style Mansion and the estate’s famous Orangery. In the park’s epic grounds are the beautifully restored gardens, a scenic railway and several children’s areas, while deer and peacocks roam freely throughout much of the parkland. It holds regular events throughout the year.
Margam
Port Talbot
West Glamorgan
SA13 2TJ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01639 881635
Margam Park offers an enjoyable family day out. At the centre sits the impressive Tudor Gothic-style Mansion and the estate’s famous Orangery. In the park’s epic grounds are the beautifully restored gardens, a scenic railway and several children’s areas, while deer and peacocks roam freely throughout much of the parkland. It holds regular events throughout the year.
Neath Abbey
Monastery Road
Neath
West Glamorgan
SA10 7DW
United Kingdom
Tel: 02920 500200
Neath Abbey was once the largest Cistercian Abbey in Wales. Parts of the Abbey ruins remain remarkably complete given its varied history, having been attacked during the Welsh uprisings, dissolved by Henry VIII, then used as a copper smelting works. A wander around the remains is a remarkably atmospheric experience.
Monastery Road
Neath
West Glamorgan
SA10 7DW
United Kingdom
Tel: 02920 500200
Neath Abbey was once the largest Cistercian Abbey in Wales. Parts of the Abbey ruins remain remarkably complete given its varied history, having been attacked during the Welsh uprisings, dissolved by Henry VIII, then used as a copper smelting works. A wander around the remains is a remarkably atmospheric experience.
Porthcawl
C/o Porthcawl Tourist Information Centre
John Street
Porthcawl
West Glamorgan
CF36 3DT
United Kingdom
Tel: 01656 786639
The seaside resort of Porthcawl lies less than a half hour drive from Port Talbot. The town grew out of local industry, but later became a popular coastal destination. It is also old-fashioned holiday resort. Today Porthcawl offers beaches, the traditional promenade and a funfair, Coney Beach, which is open during the summer months.
C/o Porthcawl Tourist Information Centre
John Street
Porthcawl
West Glamorgan
CF36 3DT
United Kingdom
Tel: 01656 786639
The seaside resort of Porthcawl lies less than a half hour drive from Port Talbot. The town grew out of local industry, but later became a popular coastal destination. It is also old-fashioned holiday resort. Today Porthcawl offers beaches, the traditional promenade and a funfair, Coney Beach, which is open during the summer months.