Our Area

The Borough of Torfaen, South Wales, holds a wealth of history from all ages. Nearby Caerleon was home to an important Roman fortress for 200 years until around 300AD. Blaenavon, recently designated a World Heritage Site, was where the industrial revolution started.

Pontypool and Blaenavon Steam Railway The Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway is located high on mountain moorland in the county of Torfaen, and is well worth a visit not only for its setting, but for the wide variety of stock located there.

Brecon and Monmouth canal boat trips A boat trip on the nearby Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal is an experience in relaxation. Boats of various sizes can be hired for anywhere between an hour and a day.

Blaenavon big pit - pwll mawrA visit to Blaenavon's Big Pit Musem is an unforgettable experience. Over the last ten years, over a million people have visited this interesting attraction to learn about our industrial heritage and to experience the exciting underground tours.

Greenmeadow community farm, Cwmbran, South Wales Greenmeadow Community Farm is a 150 acre haven with a 17th Century farmstead. Children enjoy getting to know the animals - and even feeding them. An enjoyable and educational day out for all the family.

Tredegar House, Borough of Torfaen.Tredegar House, set in 90 acres of gardens and parkland, is one of the architectural wonders of Wales. The ancestral home of the Morgans for over 500 years, visitors can discover what life was like for those who lived 'above' and 'below' stairs.