What to do and see in South Wales, Wales: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

April 24, 2022 Roger Rusk

Discover the best top things to do in South Wales, United Kingdom including Gower Peninsula, Giles Gallery, Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden, Cefn Coed Viaduct, Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Station, St. John The Baptist Church, Usk in Bloom, Llancaiach Fawr, St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan, Pierhead Building.
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1. Gower Peninsula

Swansea Wales +44 1792 371218 http://www.explore-gower.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 2,053 reviews

Gower Peninsula

Reviewed By LucanScreed - Swansea, United Kingdom

It's the closest thing to Heaven most of us will ever get - spectacular beaches, two stunning ridge walks, along Rhossili Down, the other on Cefn Bryn, woodland, streams, 3 microbreweries, fantastic bars and restaurants, and did I mention the beaches - Three Cliffs is like nowhere else in the world. Everywhere there are views that will leave you speechless. I', a lucky bastard - I live here.

Cowbridge Road The OId Methodist Chapel, Pontyclun CF72 9ER Wales +44 1443 228638 [email protected] http://www.gilesgallery.com
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

Giles Gallery

Giles Gallery is a working studio, bringing together a range of creating aspects in the inspirational atmosphere of the family run converted church. Daily art classes and workshops, art supplies, framing service as well as monthly rotating art and craft exhibitions. A huge range of original pieces of art and craft as well as gifts for sale. In house artists offering extraordinary value on tailor made commissioned artworks/ paintings.

3. Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden

Moy Road and Station Hill Cemetery, Aberfan Wales
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5.0 based on 65 reviews

Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden

Reviewed By ian-engineer - Bristol, United Kingdom

Travelling back home from the Mumbles , we wanted to see this place en route , as it was seared into our memory when we were in our early 20's. It is immaculately kept and a great tribute to all those children and adults who died that day .. There is a steep climb in the cemetery to get to the memorial graves, so take that into account when you visit . On a practical note , there is no signpost to the cemetery when you are heading from Merthyr Tydfil on the A4054 , so asked someone and parked near a church and walked over a footbridge to the village. There were signs from the other direction , we later discovered. This is why we are not certain about parking facilities that are closer.

4. Cefn Coed Viaduct

Merthyr Tydfil CF48 2PY Wales
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Cefn Coed Viaduct

5. Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Station

The Esplanade The Harbour, Porthcawl CF36 3YR Wales +44 1656 782672 http://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Station

Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Station is an operational inshore lifeboat station where the volunteer crew provide an on-call 24/7 search and rescue lifeboat service. The station houses both a D Class and an Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat. The station has a gift shop which is open daily and it's possible to view the lifeboats and tractors from the shop (when they're housed within the boathouse). On weekends the main boathouse is often open to the public with volunteer visit guides on hand to answer any questions. The lifeboats are launched on training exercise most Sunday mornings between 10am-12pm. Porthcawl RNLI was Wales' busiest RNLI station in 2018, launching 112 times - assisting 144 people, saving 8 lives. The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea.

6. St. John The Baptist Church

Church Street Newton, Porthcawl CF36 5PD Wales +44 1656 786899 http://www.parishofporthcawl.org/locations/saint-john/
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

St. John The Baptist Church

Reviewed By Theoldishgirlyandhim

Very picturesque little village of Newton which is just outside the main Porthcawl area. 2 pubs, village green, and a pretty, little church! Pretty in Summer, very lovely covered in Winter's snow!

7. Usk in Bloom

Twyn Square, Usk NP15 1BH Wales +44 7824 810182 [email protected] http://usk-in-bloom.business.site
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Usk in Bloom

Usk in Bloom was formed in 1981 by a group of enthusiasts. Since then, its imaginative, ongoing planting and maintenance of trees, shrubs, seasonal bulbs and floral displays around the town, coupled with its environmental and educational work, and deep community involvement, have won many national and international awards. Thousands of visitors come to see its spectacle every year. The whole town is Usk in Bloom's showcase. Whether you explore the streets admiring the variety of neighbourhood gardens, stroll around the brilliance of the ever-changing displays and the natural beauty of the wildflower beds and areas, or sit and drink in the view, every corner has some spectacle or detail to admire and savour. You can spend an hour or an afternoon enjoying Usk in Bloom, and leave refreshed and uplifted.

8. Llancaiach Fawr

Gelligaer Road Nelson, Caerphilly Wales +44 1443 412248 [email protected] http://www.llancaiachfawr.co.uk
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4.5 based on 498 reviews

Llancaiach Fawr

This superbly restored gentry manor house is no ordinary heritage attraction. History here is tangible. The costumed servants of the house are living and working in 1645 and allow you to share and engage in their world. Fires crackle, candles flicker and the sounds and smells of domestic life make your visit a memorable experience of the past. It takes a moment to attune your ear to the unfamiliar speech within the Manor itself, but within seconds of your warm welcome you become immersed in the time of the Civil Wars and the cares and concerns of ordinary people living in extraordinary times.

Reviewed By Countrylover29 - London, United Kingdom

Went there on a very wet day, and, coincidentally, it was end of term, so no School parties. We were the only visitors when we were there, but the staff still went the extra mile to give us the full experience. They do re enactments, so the staff dress as servants and speak in a kind of old English that was still perfectly understandable. It is set at the time of the Civil War and the house is furnished/displayed accordingly. So it was a double delight, the house was lovely, but the role playing added an extra dimension. Really appreciated the lengths the 'servants' went to in order to enrich the experience. Also, we ate a meal in the cafe that was very nice. A great day out!

9. St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan

Dyffryn Lane, St Nicholas CF5 6SG Wales
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan

10. Pierhead Building

Pierhead Building Maritime Road, Cardiff CF10 4PZ Wales +44 300 200 6272 [email protected] http://www.pierhead.org/en
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4.5 based on 346 reviews

Pierhead Building

Reviewed By petamcc - Herefordshire, United Kingdom

This beautiful building is well-worth a visit, giving a comprehensive history of Cardiff Bay, with three short informative films to watch as well.

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