Things to Do in South Wales

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1. 

   Clytha Estate

   Address

   Clytha Estate, Clytha Riverside Car Park, Clytha, Monmouthshire, NP7 9BW

   Clytha

   The Clytha Estate in Monmouthshire is a classic 18th-century landscaped park combining fine architecture, grand sweeping views and tranquil countryside in a timeless atmosphere.

   

2. 

   Raglan Castle (Cadw)

   Address

   Raglan, Monmouthshire, NP15 2BT

   Telephone

   03000 252239

   raglancastle@gov.wales

   Monmouthshire

   Remains of impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son William Herbert, remodelled by William Somerset, third earl of Worcester, 1549-89.
   Finest late Medieval fortress in Britain. On-site exhibitions.

   

3. 

   Tredegar House & Gardens

   Address

   Pencarn Way, Newport, NP10 8TW

   Telephone

   01633 815880

   tredegar@nationaltrust.org.uk

   Newport

   Set in a beautiful 90 acre park, Tredegar House is one of the best examples of a 17th century Charles II mansion in Britain. With 3 walled gardens and 90 acres of parkland to explore, Tredegar House is a full day out for all the family.

   

4. 

   Goytre Wharf & Canal Visitor Centre

   Address

   Goytre Wharf & Canal Visitor Centre, Llanover, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9EW

   Telephone

   01873 880516

   abclg@goytrewharf.com

   Abergavenny

   Goytre Wharf is a 200 year old industrial heritage site that includes a busy visitor centre and marina on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.

   

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   Llandegfedd Lake

   Address

   Llandegfedd Lake, Llandegfedd Reservoir, New Inn, Pontypool, NP4 0SY

   Telephone

   01633 373401

   llandegfedd@dwrcymru.com

   New Inn

   The new Visitor Centre at Llandegfedd Reservoir spans beautiful, rolling landscaped countryside. Its stylish restaurant has panoramic views of the reservoir and watersports activities and is open 7 days a week.

   

6. 

   Blaenavon Ironworks (Cadw)

   Address

   North Street, Blaenavon, Torfaen, NP4 9RN

   Telephone

   03000 252239

   BlaenavonIronworks@gov.wales

   Blaenavon

   The famous ironworks at Blaenavon were a milestone in the history of the Industrial Revolution. Visitors can view cottages furnished in three time periods. Recently used for BBC Coalhouse as 'Stack Square'. Part of a World Heritage site.

   

7. 

   Blaina Heritage Museum

   Address

   Blaina Institute, High Street, Blaina, Blaenau Gwent, NP13 3BN

   Telephone

   01495 292025

   alyson.tippings@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk

   High Street, Blaina

   A Museum which has many artifacts including mining memorabilia, military memorabilia, local history and a Victorian kitchen.

   

8. 

   Blaenavon World Heritage Centre

   Address

   Church Road, Blaenavon, Torfaen, NP4 9AE

   Telephone

   01495 742333

   blaenavon.tic@torfaen.gov.uk

   Blaenavon

   The small town of Blaenavon and its surrounding landscape at the head of the Eastern Valley of Torfaen.

   

9. 

   The Celtic Manor Resort

   Address

   Celtic Manor Resort, Coldra Woods, Newport City, Newport, NP18 1HQ

   Telephone

   01633 410252

   postbox@celtic-manor.com

   Newport City

   The Celtic Manor Resort is a world-class five-star destination just 90 minutes from London Heathrow. Set in 1400 acres of parkland in the beautiful Usk Valley in South Wales, it is the most complete resort in the UK and Europe

   

10. 

    Monmouth Canoe Centre

    Address

    Castle Yard, Old Dixton Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DP

    Telephone

    01600 716083

    info@monmouthcanoe.co.uk

    Monmouth

    Monmouth Canoe offer canoeing on the River Wye for families, youth and adult groups in Canadian canoes and single kayaks by the half-day or longer. Overnight canoe camping or B+B trips planned for up to a week's canoeing.

    

11. 

    Skenfrith Castle (Cadw)

    Address

    Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Abergavenny

    One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.

    

12. 

    St Illtyd's Church

    Address

    Llanhilleth, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent, NP13 2AY

    Telephone

    01495 355937

    alyson.tippings@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk

    Abertillery

    A restored medieval church, originally built by the white monks of the Cistercian Abbey at Llantarnam. The church gives a rare glimpse into the pre-industrial history of the South Wales Valleys.

    

13. 

    Hen Gwrt Moated Site (Cadw)

    Address

    Llantilio Crossenny, Abergavenny, NP7 8TD

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Abergavenny

    Probably a manorial site belonging to the bishops of Llandaff in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, later used as a hunting lodge. Only the moat now remains.

    

14. 

    Monmouth Castle & Regimental Museum

    Address

    Monmouth Castle & Regimental Museum, The Castle, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3BS

    Telephone

    01600 772175

    curator@monmouthcastlemuseum.org.uk

    Monmouth

    This small volunteer-run museum, with free admission, tells the story of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers - the only present-day regiment to have survived from the Militia.

    

15. 

    Pontypool Park

    Address

    Civic Centre, Pontypool, NP4 6YB

    Telephone

    01495 766754

    lauren.gregory@torfaen.gov.uk

    Pontypool

    Pontypool Park is locally known as the People’s Park, covering some 64 hectares with several historical features - including Italian Gardens, Ice Houses, Folly Tower and Shell Grotto.

    

16. 

    Grosmont Castle (Cadw)

    Address

    Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8EP

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Monmouthshire

    Substantial remains of thirteenth-century castle of Hubert de Burgh, raised on an earlier motte. It was later remodelled by the house of Lancaster.

    

17. 

    Chepstow Museum

    Address

    Bridge Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5EZ

    Telephone

    01291 625981

    annerainsbury@monmouthshire.gov.uk

    Chepstow

    Chepstow Museum reveals the rich and varied past of this ancient town, once an important port and market centre.

    

18. 

    Abertillery & District Museum

    Address

    Market Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent, NP13 1AH

    Telephone

    01495 211140

    abertillerymuseum@tiscali.co.uk

    Abertillery

    Discover the history and heritage of the Abertillery area at Abertillery and District Museum.
    The collection is arranged as a journey through time with many interactive exhibits. Artefacts from a Stone Age axe to Arthur Scargill's Cap.

    

19. 

    Warren Slade and Park

    Address

    Thornwell, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5TF

    Telephone

    01633 644850

    countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

    Chepstow

    Woodland in Thornwell on the southeast edge of Chepstow. With dramatic views on top of cliffs at the lower end of The River Wye Gorge at Chepstow.

    

20. 

    White Castle (Cadw)

    Address

    Llantilio Crosenny, Abergavenny, NP7 8UD

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    cadw@gov.wales

    Abergavenny

    Imposing moated remains of twelfth-century castle, probably the work of Henry II. Substantially remodelled in the second half of the thirteenth century. The castle was held in common with Grosmont and Skenfrith.

    

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