South Wales Valleys

With big green spaces that are perfect for walking and mountain biking, the South Wales Valleys are packed with things to see and do and we do events particularly well. We are proud of our heritage, and love to receive visitors who come for history, adventures and a warm Welsh welcome.

Dare Valley Country Park with lake in front, near Aberdare in the South Wales Valleys

Find your epic in the South Wales Valleys

A green landscape and a variety of attractions within a short drive from Cardiff.

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Family

An insider guide to Abergavenny

Broadsheet journalist Jude Rogers on what to see, eat, drink and do in the Welsh foodie heaven of market town Abergavenny.

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Wye Valley and Vale of Usk

Explore the South Wales Valleys

Discover top attractions to visit around Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly and Blaenavon.

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South Wales

Money makes the world go round

Discover the history of coins and how they are made at the Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant.

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South Wales

Mountain biking at BikePark Wales

Bike Park Wales in Gethin Woods, the newest mountain bike venue in the South Wales Valleys is open to everyone

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South Wales

World Heritage Blaenavon: A local's guide

Read our local's guide to discovering the fascinating industrial history of Blaenavon - a living, breathing reminder of when Welsh coal powered industry.

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South Wales