Ferndale

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Pont Lluest-Wen Bridge Footbridge over Afon Rhondda Fach on the Coed Morgannwg Way Footpath
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Pont Lluest-Wen Bridge Footbridge over Afon Rhondda Fach on the Coed Morgannwg Way Footpath
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Confusion of tracks The tracks in this part of the forest do not exactly correspond with those shown on the 1:25K map, although this one is shown.
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Afon Rhondda Fach The river has come down from the Lluest-wen Reservoir, the dam of which can be seen just below the skyline. A road from the reservoir follows the north bank. In the foreground is Pont Lluest-wen, carrying footpaths but not vehicles across the river.
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Lluest-wen Reservoir At the head of the reservoir would have been where a number of streams met to form the embryonic Afon Rhondda Fach.
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Where to stay in Ferndale

A Catholic statue at Penrhys, Wales, replacing a Marian shrine destroyed during the Protestant Reformation.

Tylorstown

When in Tylorstown, you can plan a visit to Rhondda Valley and Falconry UK, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tylorstown
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,916 reviews)
Was upgraded to a suite for my stay. Room was clean & bed was very comfy. Staff very nice & friendly. Would stay again. Lift out of order, but didn't affect us as we were on 1st floor

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

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Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
Meridian Gate Cardiff Wales
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8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was nice

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

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Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is P4,988 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
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Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,163 reviews)
The staff were very polite, cheerful and helpful. The room was clean and cosy with all the amenities for an enjoyable stay. The breakfast was great. Enjoyed my stay.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (309 reviews)
I have stayed at the spires 3 times in the past month. On two occasions the room has been great/.modern with ensuite and kitchen lounge . One occasion was not so great with the bedroom straight off the main corridor door. Noise untill the early hours. Would I stay again yes

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

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Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, meeting facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (58 reviews)
Great

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Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (145 reviews)
Friendly, simple check -in. Easy parking in multistory just behind which can be added to the room. Great TV, good shower and comfy bed. Roomy flat with good equipment level in the kitchen. Some welcome gifts too (tea, coffee, sugar, washing up liquid and tea towels) which were very welcome. Mini ...

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

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