Neath and Port Talbot Areas
August 5, 2008
Within 1/2 hour of Swansea, you can arrive at the Vale of Neath.Here you will find a richness and diversity of waterfalls within such a small area. The Melincourt and Aberdulais falls are the most well known.
Places to visit.
Afan Forest Park.
- Home to 10 waymarked walks and is officially the venue of one of Britain’s best mountain biking trails. Take a stroll through mature woodlands or visit the South Wales Mining Museum.
Photo courtesy of Simon Davies
National Trust Aberdulais Falls.
- The industrial heritage of this area dates back to 1584 when copper was first manufactured. It is also the site of Europe’s largest electricity-generating water wheel
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Neath and Tennant Canal.
Experience working the lock gates and walk through tree lined routes as you navigate this example of the industrial revolution.
Cefn Coed Colliery Museum
- See a magnificent steam winding engine and a fascinating display of mining tools and equipment.
Travel.
By Bus: Service No’s X5,158,159 from Swansea Quadrant bus station.
Port Talbot is situated approx 3/4 hour travel time from Swansea. A small town compared to Swansea, but still with some places of interest.
Places to visit.
Margam Park.
- Set in magnificent countryside with spectacular views.
- Childrens Fairytale land and adventure playground.
- Margam train.
- 18th century Orangery and Gothic Mansion.
Travel
- Junct’n 38 off M4.
- Bus: X 1from Swansea Quadrant Bus station.
Gnoll Estate country park.
- 200 acres of beautiful country park to explore.
- Lakeside visitor centre with cafe.
Travel.
- 10 mins from M4, Junct’n 43.
- bus: X1 from Swansea Quadrant Bus Station.
