Cefn-coed-y-cymmer

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Cefn Coed Viaduct, Merthyr Tydfil The Cefn Coed Viaduct was built in 1866 to carry the Brecon and Merthyr Railway Brecon_and_Merthyr_Railway across the river Taff at Pontycapel. This view is from the south end of the viaduct, looking north west. Built by Messrs. Savel and Ward at a cost of £25, 000, it is the third largest viaduct in Wales. The viaduct consists of 15 openings, each one 39 feet 9 inches, a length of 725ft. and a maximum height of 115ft. The viaduct's main point of architectural interest is the fact that it was built on a curve - as highlighted in this view.
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Cefn Coed Viaduct, Merthyr Tydfil The Cefn Coed Viaduct was built in 1866 to carry the Brecon and Merthyr Railway Brecon_and_Merthyr_Railway across the river Taff at Pontycapel. This view is from the south end of the viaduct, looking north west. Built by Messrs. Savel and Ward at a cost of £25, 000, it is the third largest viaduct in Wales. The viaduct consists of 15 openings, each one 39 feet 9 inches, a length of 725ft. and a maximum height of 115ft. The viaduct's main point of architectural interest is the fact that it was built on a curve - as highlighted in this view.
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St. John's church, Cefn-coed-y-cymmer A Victorian building on a rise of land to the north-west of Merthyr Tydfil.
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Viaducts old and new near Merthyr Tydfil Glimpsed from the Taff Trail - the former Brecon & Merthyr Junction Railway viaduct spanning the Afon Taf Fawr just downstream of the modern A645/Heads of the Valleys Road viaduct. The old railway now carries the cycle and footpaths of the trail between Pontsticill and Gellideg.
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Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is P5,183 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
P5,183
P6,220 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
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Room was very basic for what I paid, I also didn’t like the self check in

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Vale Resort

Vale Resort

4 out of 5
Hensol Park Pontyclun Wales
The price is P7,710 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
P7,710
P9,252 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Cleanliness and amenities.

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Vale Resort
Parkway Hotel & Spa

Parkway Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Cwmbran Drive Cwmbran Wales
The price is P6,997 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P6,997
P8,396 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean and spotless room. Home from home, with friendly and helpful staff. The new owner has started making positive changes to the hotel. Excellent choice for a stay in Cwmbran.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Parkway Hotel & Spa
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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Lovely modern cabins, great walk in shower, comfy bed, lovely location, food in the pub is outstanding and staff are brilliant.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
Cwmbach Cottages

Cwmbach Cottages

3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road Neath Wales
Book a stay at this golf guesthouse in Neath. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Neath Golf Club and Aberdulais Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Host was very friendly and helpful, the room was perfect, and the bed was probably the nicest I've slept on away!

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Cwmbach Cottages
De Courceys Manor Cottages

De Courceys Manor Cottages

3.5 out of 5
Tyla Morris Ave Cardiff Wales
Book a stay at this golf cottage in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
Clean cosy

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

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Popular places to visit

Great Steam Train ride into the Brecon Mountains,

Brecon Mountain Railway

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Brecon Mountain Railway during your travels in Pant. Discover the mountain views and countryside in this relaxing area.

Brecon Mountain Railway
Sunset over ponsticil

Pontsticill Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pontsticill Reservoir during your travels in Merthyr Tydfil. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Pontsticill Reservoir
Front view of Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyfarthfa_Castle

Cyfarthfa Park and Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Cyfarthfa Park and Museum in Park. Amble around the area's parks, or seek out its golf courses.

Cyfarthfa Park and Museum

Garwnant Visitor Centre

Garwnant Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Hirwaun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the rocky beaches or discover the area's countryside.

Garwnant Visitor Centre

Joseph Parry's Cottage

Learn about the local history of Park when you take a trip to Joseph Parry's Cottage. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.

Joseph Parry's Cottage

Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage

Find out about the history of Park when you spend time at Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.

Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage

Things to do

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

P7,130
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition

P1,386
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

P6,971
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls

From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls

P10,167
per adult
From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls
Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

P5,382
per adult
Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls
Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons

Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons

P5,382
per adult
Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons
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Nant Crew on the other side of the Cantref Reservoir near Merthyr Tydfil, Powys, Wales, UK

Merthyr Tydfil