Blaenavon Ironworks

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The site at Blaenavon will be immediately recognisable to viewers of the BBC ‘Coalhouse’ programmes as they were filmed at Stack Square, the living accommodation built for workers on the site.


Other things to do...

 

Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

The canal passes just a mile from Crickhowell, skirting the edge of Llangattock village on the opposite side of the River Usk. The canal is one of the most picturesque of the UK’s leisure waterways, flowing peacefully through stunning scenery and close to nature

 

Walking in the Brecon Beacons

A small team of engaging, enthusiastic and experienced walkers providing guides and walks around a variety of locations within the Brecon Beacons.

 

Tretower Court and Castle

Visit two wonders in one at this historic castle tower and medieval court housing 900 years of history in its grounds. At a mere seven minute drive from Crickhowell, this historic site is not one to be missed

 

Talgarth Mill

At the heart of Talgarth, powered by the flow of the River Ellywe, you will find Melin Talgarth Mill, a fully restored, 18th century flour mill

 

Llanthony Priory

Romantic ruins, painted by JMW Turner amongst many others, in a breathtaking site – well worth the trip

 

Fedw Wood, Cwmdu

A small mixed woodland not far outside Cwmdu village

 

Treads & Trails

Mountain bike and walking: guided routes and instruction, adventure camping, treks. Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons and beyond. Contact us to discuss your requirements

 

Cwmyoy Church

The leaning church of the Black Mountains – even the tower leans more than the leaning tower of Pisa!

 

Tretower Court & Castle

Tretower Court & Castle, just 5 klms/3 miles north-west of Crickhowell, has been a site of occupation for 900 years. The older castle ruin stands in the grounds of the court, home to the influential Vaughan family

 

Kevin Walker Mountain Activities

Kevin Walker has been running navigation and hill-skills courses from Crickhowell since 1978, and offers a warm, Welsh welcome

 

Country Craft Narrowboats

Country Craft Narrowboats is located on the historic and scenic Monmouth & Brecon canal in the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park in south Wales.

 

Blaenavon Ironworks

The World Heritage Site of Blaenavon, just a short drive from Crickhowell, was at the centre of many developments during the Industrial Revolution. The ironworks here, built in 1788, is one of the best preserved in the world