Brynmawr

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Brynmawr, located in the beautiful country of Wales, is a charming town that offers visitors a perfect combination of natural beauty and historical significance. Nestled in the heart of the Welsh countryside, Brynmawr is surrounded by lush green hills, offering breathtaking views and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

History enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in Brynmawr, as the town is home to a number of important historical sites and landmarks. The nearby Blaenavon Industrial Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a fascinating glimpse into Wales' industrial past, with its well-preserved ironworks and coal mines. Visitors can also explore the town's rich mining heritage at the Big Pit National Coal Museum, where they can descend into a real coal mine and learn about the lives of the miners who once worked there.

In addition to its natural beauty and historical attractions, Brynmawr also offers a vibrant arts and culture scene. The town is home to a number of art galleries and craft shops, where visitors can admire and purchase works by local artists. The annual Brynmawr Festival, held in the summer, showcases the best of Welsh music, dance, and traditional crafts, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to experience the local culture.

Alternative names: Population: 14.9 thous.Area: 10.65 acres (0.0166 mi²)Coordinates: 51°47'55"N, 3°10'31"W

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Nearby attractions include: Big Pit National Coal Museum, Ogof y Daren Cilau, Clydach Gorge, Coity Mountain.

3.5 miSE
Museum, Historical place, Specialty museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum, Blaenavon
89 min walk • Nestled in the rugged landscape of Wales, the Big Pit National Coal Museum offers a profound journey into the country's industrial past. As a key part of Blaenavon's UNESCO World Heritage Site, this authentic coal mine provides a poignant reminder of the community...
2.4 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Ogof y Daren Cilau, Brecon Beacons
61 min walk • Ogof y Daren Cilau is one of several cave systems in the Llangattock escarpment near Crickhowell in south Powys, Wales. The cave was discovered in 1957 and is one of the longest cave systems in the country.
2.6 miNE
Natural attraction, Nature and wildlife, Park
Clydach Gorge, Brecon Beacons
66 min walk • The Clydach Gorge is a steep-sided valley in south-east Wales down which the River Clydach flows to the River Usk. It runs for 5.6 kilometres from the vicinity of Brynmawr in Blaenau Gwent eastwards and northeastwards to Gilwern in Monmouthshire.
3.4 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Coity Mountain
88 min walk • Coity Mountain is a flat-topped mountain in the South Wales Valleys, between Blaenavon and Abertillery. The highest points of both Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent unitary authorities are at the summit of Coity Mountain.
2 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Caves of Aruba, Brecon Beacons
50 min walk • Of the several caves of Aruba, three Aruban caves are well known, seen in deep crevices on the windward face of the island. All three of the caves are located in the Arikok National Park. The most prominent are Guadirikiri Cave, the Fontein Cave and the Huliba Cave. Nocturnal bats nestle in all these caves.
2.4 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Ogof Agen Allwedd, Brecon Beacons
61 min walk • Ogof Agen Allwedd or Agen Allwedd, is, at 32.5 kilometres, one of the longest cave systems in Wales, and the longest cave system on the Llangattock escarpment.
0.9 miS
Tower
Nantyglo Round Towers
24 min walk • Nantyglo Round Towers are located at Roundhouse Farm, Nantyglo, near Brynmawr in the borough of Blaenau Gwent in the South Wales Valleys.
3.5 miN
Church
Conway Road Methodist Church, Brecon Beacons
89 min walk • Conway Road Methodist Church is a Nonconformist chapel in Canton, Cardiff. It stands at the junction of Conway Road and Romilly Crescent and has been a Grade II Listed Building since 1975. It is the largest Methodist chapel still in use in Cardiff.
3.2 miNE
Church
Church of St Elli, Brecon Beacons
83 min walk • The Church of St Elli, Llanelly, Monmouthshire, Wales, is a parish church with its origins in the 14th century. The church underwent three major restorations, in 1867–1868, 1897 and 1910–1911. It remains an active parish church.
2.5 miNE
Bridge
Smart's Bridge, Brecon Beacons
65 min walk • Smart's Bridge, Llanelly, Monmouthshire, is a cast-iron bridge situated in Clydach Gorge. Constructed in 1824, it gave access to the Clydach Ironworks, the most significant industrial enterprise in the gorge.
3.4 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Gilwern Hill, Brecon Beacons
86 min walk • Gilwern Hill is a 441 m high hill in the Brecon Beacons National Park, south of the village of Gilwern in Monmouthshire, Wales. It lies west of the Blorenge. The hill is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.