Aktivitäten in Torfaen Principal Area

“5* Great place to visit if you interested in coal mining history. Entry is free (although for some strange reason there is a parking charge) Take the guided tour which goes down an original mineshaft in a original lift. The tours are conducted by ex-miners who tell great stories but also capture what life was like. Also take in the multi-media tour & visit the museum. The whole visit can take between 3-4 hours (great on a wet day).”

“A peek back in time! You realise how luck we are nowadays once you been here.”

“History of the process that made Blaenavon one of the major iron producing areas in the UK.”

“I've never been as I'm not much of a shopper, but people who've lived in Newport all their lives tell me a lot of locals do their shopping here due to what's on offer and that there's roofing throughout so even good for rainy days. Website says open 9am to 5.30pm (10am to 4pm Sunday), but some shops seem to suggest later closing times.”

“Great place to walk/cycle. Visitors centre has a café, tourist info point and craft shop. Small charge for parking, although parking available for free in residential areas adjacent. ”

“Blaenafon Cheddar Co. who supply our welcome hampers is a multi award winning cheese producer located in the Heritage Town of Blaenavon.”

“At the end of a narrow lane a truly atmospheric pub with great views. Take care on the lane.”

“From 2016 this building will house the cinema and Blaenavon Community Museum. Full of memorabilia and good for geneaology. ”

“An excellent place to visit where you can go underground and get a real experience of what it felt like to work in the pit, this attraction is must for anyone visiting the area, and it is free entrance, and only a 20 minute drive from us.”

“This is one of our favourite restaurants. Food is home cooked and excellent value for money. They have a traditional menu and offers like two courses for £10.00 etc. It also has an alternative menu where you can choose unusual dishes such as Bison, Crocodile, Kangaroo, Horse, Zebra and many more. You van order a four meat 'roulette' and you can find out before OR after what meats you have eaten. It is a fun place to go!”

“It's an unforgettable slice of industrial heritage, and the underground tour at The Big Pit Museum is a memorable experience”