Think of green valleys. Think of warm welcomes. Think of castles, myths and magic. Think of a unique industrial heritage, male voice choirs and stunning scenery. The Valleys. Stand on top of a mountain in the morning. Explore the bottom of a historic pit in the afternoon. Tap into the contemporary music scene in the evening. And you're still on day one. Short on distances, big on energy. Want a real Welsh experience? Visit The Valleys. Wales in one.
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South Wales Valleys
Must Do in the South Wales Valleys
Big Pit Mining Museum
Go 300 feet underground with a real miner to discover what life was like on the coal face.
Blaenavon Cheddar Company
Hand made cheeses from Blaenavon, with 8 distinctive cheddars and 4 goats cheeses to sample.
Parc Bryn Bach Country Park
There's plenty of space and facilities to keep you and your family occupied, not to mention adventure activities.
Caerphilly Castle
A magnificent symbol of Anglo-Norman rule. The castle is one of the largest fortresses in Europe, boasting a tower that 'out leans' Pisa.
Rhondda Heritage Park
Find out about Rhondda's history and take the black gold tour deep underground to the heart of mine.
Cyfarthfa Castle
Spend the day Cyfarthfa Castle. It houses a museum, art gallery, lake, garden, children's play facilities and model railway.
Llancaiach Fawr Manor, Nelson
Experience how people lived in 1645 and take a tour with one of the costumed servants.
Wales Valleys Walking Festival
Taking place in September see the autumn colours of this roller-coaster landscape of hills and vales.
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