Local places to explore
Sightseeing
Take a visit to Blaenavon's heritage town. Situated a 10 minute drive away. Here you can visit big pit (free of charge, booking required) A disused coal mine dating back to 1880.
The iron works offers an insight to Blaenavon's iron production giving you the opportunity to visit its furnaces and cottages used to house the local workers.
Blaenavon steam railway, which is run by volunteers, runs for 3.5 miles. Opened in 1869 to transport coal down to Newport and beyond. Tickets bookable via their website.
Blaenavon Town offers a good range of coffee shops and eateries with the backdrop of traditional welsh terraces and mountain views.
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Blaenavon
Take a visit to Blaenavon's heritage town. Situated a 10 minute drive away. Here you can visit big pit (free of charge, booking required) A disused coal mine dating back to 1880.
The iron works offers an insight to Blaenavon's iron production giving you the opportunity to visit its furnaces and cottages used to house the local workers.
Blaenavon steam railway, which is run by volunteers, runs for 3.5 miles. Opened in 1869 to transport coal down to Newport and beyond. Tickets bookable via their website.
Blaenavon Town offers a good range of coffee shops and eateries with the backdrop of traditional welsh terraces and mountain views.
Garn Lakes Local Nature Reserve used to be an area covered in spoil tips and old colliery workings but following an extensive land reclamation scheme it was officially opened in 1997 as a beautiful area for residents and visitors. It covers 40 hectares, and with lakes and grasslands it provides a diverse habitat and breeding grounds for a wide range of wildlife.
There is a pub called the Whistle Inn a short walk from the lakes which serves food and drinks and also has a children's play area. The lakes are a 15 minute drive away or can be reached via bike, a 30-40 minute cycle from the house along the beautiful Old railway line.
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Garn Lakes
Garn Lakes Local Nature Reserve used to be an area covered in spoil tips and old colliery workings but following an extensive land reclamation scheme it was officially opened in 1997 as a beautiful area for residents and visitors. It covers 40 hectares, and with lakes and grasslands it provides a diverse habitat and breeding grounds for a wide range of wildlife.
There is a pub called the Whistle Inn a short walk from the lakes which serves food and drinks and also has a children's play area. The lakes are a 15 minute drive away or can be reached via bike, a 30-40 minute cycle from the house along the beautiful Old railway line.
A beautiful lake looking out towards the Brecon Beacons. A good starting point to walk the Blorenge mountain or if your feeling brave a spot of wild swimming!
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Keeper's Pond
A beautiful lake looking out towards the Brecon Beacons. A good starting point to walk the Blorenge mountain or if your feeling brave a spot of wild swimming!
Goytre Wharf is brimming with history and holds treasures for all to enjoy, from boating to fishing, cycling and woodland walks. For walking the foot paths that criss cross the 8 acre site of outstanding beauty, or to access the National Cycle routes from the adjacent canal tow path. Or you can just hire a canoe or boat by the hour, day or week.
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Goytre Wharf
Old Abergavenny RoadGoytre Wharf is brimming with history and holds treasures for all to enjoy, from boating to fishing, cycling and woodland walks. For walking the foot paths that criss cross the 8 acre site of outstanding beauty, or to access the National Cycle routes from the adjacent canal tow path. Or you can just hire a canoe or boat by the hour, day or week.
Set in the beautiful, rolling landscape alongside the Usk Valley right on the Monmouthshire/Torfaen border, Llandegfedd Lake is a hub for health, wellbeing and recreation. The Lakeside Cafe in the visitor centre offers stunning, panoramic views across the water and the modern, purpose-built Watersport Centre offers paddle and sail sports for all ages and abilities plus organised open water swimming. An array of land activities and events are also available.
Llandegfedd Lake is also a great location to fish, walk, picnic and watch wildlife.
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Llandegfedd Reservoir
Set in the beautiful, rolling landscape alongside the Usk Valley right on the Monmouthshire/Torfaen border, Llandegfedd Lake is a hub for health, wellbeing and recreation. The Lakeside Cafe in the visitor centre offers stunning, panoramic views across the water and the modern, purpose-built Watersport Centre offers paddle and sail sports for all ages and abilities plus organised open water swimming. An array of land activities and events are also available.
Llandegfedd Lake is also a great location to fish, walk, picnic and watch wildlife.
A Deep, wooded valley containing a powerful river that forms several waterfalls and enclosed sections; also caves, old railway lines and industrial sites. Situated near the A465 heads of the valley road in Brynmawr.
Clydach Gorge
Heads of the Valleys RoadA Deep, wooded valley containing a powerful river that forms several waterfalls and enclosed sections; also caves, old railway lines and industrial sites. Situated near the A465 heads of the valley road in Brynmawr.
Inside a modern covered building in today’s Caerleon you can still explore the remains of the immense natatio, or open-air swimming pool, that once held more than 80,000 gallons of water. Thanks to the wonders of film projection you’ll glimpse a Roman soldier still diving the depths today.
You can also see the cramped rooms where the men slept and stored their weapons – the only Roman legionary barracks still on view in Europe. Caerleon town is well worth an explore with its historic castle walls and plenty of great pubs!
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Baños de la fortaleza romana de Caerleon / Caer a Baddonau Rhufeinig Caerllion
High StreetInside a modern covered building in today’s Caerleon you can still explore the remains of the immense natatio, or open-air swimming pool, that once held more than 80,000 gallons of water. Thanks to the wonders of film projection you’ll glimpse a Roman soldier still diving the depths today.
You can also see the cramped rooms where the men slept and stored their weapons – the only Roman legionary barracks still on view in Europe. Caerleon town is well worth an explore with its historic castle walls and plenty of great pubs!
Newport Wetlands National Nature Reserve lies between the Severn Estuary and the River Usk on the South Wales coast. It is owned and managed by Natural Resources Wales, working in partnership with RSPB Cymru, Newport City Council and others, for the benefit of wildlife and people.
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RSPB Newport Wetlands
West Nash RoadNewport Wetlands National Nature Reserve lies between the Severn Estuary and the River Usk on the South Wales coast. It is owned and managed by Natural Resources Wales, working in partnership with RSPB Cymru, Newport City Council and others, for the benefit of wildlife and people.
An enchanting and special place tucked away on a hill, overlooking the historic town of Usk. Open Monday, Thursday and Saturday.
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Castle House, Usk
Monmouth RoadAn enchanting and special place tucked away on a hill, overlooking the historic town of Usk. Open Monday, Thursday and Saturday.
From thrilling adventures to tranquil overnight stays, Cwmcarn Forest is close enough to retreat to yet feels like a million miles away. Gear up or wind down, the choice is yours; choose from adrenaline fuelled mountain bike trails and water activities or enjoy a stroll around one of the many walking trails and grab a cuppa at the takeaway service in Raven’s Café.
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Bosque Cwmcarn
Cwmcarn Forest DriveFrom thrilling adventures to tranquil overnight stays, Cwmcarn Forest is close enough to retreat to yet feels like a million miles away. Gear up or wind down, the choice is yours; choose from adrenaline fuelled mountain bike trails and water activities or enjoy a stroll around one of the many walking trails and grab a cuppa at the takeaway service in Raven’s Café.
Food scene
Abergavenny is a market town and community in Monmouthshire, Wales. Abergavenny is promoted as a Gateway to Wales. With its annual Abergavenny Food Festival, the town is also mecca for foodies – and there are plenty of gorgeous gastro pubs, ancient inns and restaurants to try in the surrounding countryside too. The town has regular markets where you can buy quality produce grown locally too.
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Abergavenny
Abergavenny is a market town and community in Monmouthshire, Wales. Abergavenny is promoted as a Gateway to Wales. With its annual Abergavenny Food Festival, the town is also mecca for foodies – and there are plenty of gorgeous gastro pubs, ancient inns and restaurants to try in the surrounding countryside too. The town has regular markets where you can buy quality produce grown locally too.
If your looking for a place which serves great vegan food then this is it! Situated in Cwmbran it offers a full vegan menu and best of all you can take your pooch! A must try.
The Queen Inn
Upper Cwmbran RoadIf your looking for a place which serves great vegan food then this is it! Situated in Cwmbran it offers a full vegan menu and best of all you can take your pooch! A must try.
Local pub. 10 minutes walk from the house which serves drinks and great food throughout the week. It also has a children's play area.
The Rising Sun Inn
Cwmavon RoadLocal pub. 10 minutes walk from the house which serves drinks and great food throughout the week. It also has a children's play area.
Great food! Booking strongly advised.
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Butterflies Bar & Kitchen
31 Old Queen StGreat food! Booking strongly advised.