Top Things to do in Torfaen
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Torfaen, Wales
Discover the best top things to do in Torfaen, United Kingdom including Big Pit National Coal Museum, Greenmeadow Community Farm, Keepers Pond, Blaenavon Ironworks, Folly Tower, Pontymoile Basin, Shell Grotto, Llanyrafon Manor, Pontypool Indoor Market, All Saints Church.
Restaurants in Torfaen
1. Big Pit National Coal Museum
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5.0 based on 2,618 reviews
Take a unique underground tour of a real coalmine, where hundreds of men, women and children once worked to extract the precious mineral that stoked furnaces and lit the household fires of the world.
Reviewed By CJonsey83
This would be my third visit to Big Pit and I loved as much this time as the first. The underground tour really gives you a sense of how hard it was and the tour guides are always great. (dress warmly for going underground) There is also an above ground video / Live tour that showcases some of the machines used underground, again brilliant. Plenty of parking very near the main entrance. Single tariff of £3.00 all day. I'd recommend this to anyone whose in the area. You will not be disappointed at what you find. Note: be sure to check the website / call if the weather is poor/has been poor for a few days as it may effect the tour availability.
2. Greenmeadow Community Farm
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4.5 based on 278 reviews
Greenmeadow Community Farm has been a working farm for over 250 years. Set in over 120 acres, we have a wide range of pedigree and rare animals which you can come and meet up close. Nestled in the heart of Cwmbran, this is truly a Community Farm in every sense of the word, working closely with and serving the local community and welcoming visitors from far and wide. Our cosy farmhouse cafe, Cafe Cwtch, offers kids favourites and a selection of homemade specials. We aim to use as much local produce as we can, supporting local farmers, growers and suppliers. The farm shop is full of tractors and animals to take home after your visit. There really is something for everyone. We would love to see you soon! Please note we are open 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4pm) seven days a week, whatever the weather! The farm is closed for deep cleaning and maintenance from 24th December - 31st January each year.
Reviewed By D6151RUlisad - Newport, United Kingdom
We came here with our granddaughter wed. It brought back wonderful memories for us as we used to bring our children when they were young. We had a lovely few hours and we were lucky as the sun was shining (granddaughters fave was the chickens so we had to get her one from the gift shop). Sadly we were more tired than our GD ???? but she had a ball. We will come with a picnic next time ????
3. Keepers Pond
4. Blaenavon Ironworks
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4.5 based on 397 reviews
Advance booking required. In 1789 Blaenavon Ironworks first harnessed the power of steam to blow air into its huge blast furnaces. A century later it was here that Sidney Gilchrist Thomas transformed the world’s steel industry by inventing a method to remove phosphorus from iron ore. The ruined furnaces are still visible today alongside the impressive remains of the foundry, cast house and water balance tower that raised wagons 80 feet into the air.
Reviewed By 661timu
very interesting historical site - spent 2 hours here learning of the iron making process that helped fuel the industrial revolution . Loved the period cottages depicting several eras of family life and a big mention to the 3 wonderful members of staff who were only to happy to provide extra information with enthusiasm and warmth. Definitely worth 5 stars - Tim , Mary and Corey
5. Folly Tower
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By johncZ4852NW - Kingsteignton, United Kingdom
This is a great walk around the outer boundary of the park taking in the Shell Grotto, Folly Tower and gardens. The views from the top of the hill near the Folly are spectacular covering many counties and 360 degree landscape.Highly Recommended first class.
6. Pontymoile Basin
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By kaiaetc - Pontypool, United Kingdom
Finally stopped here for breakfast on the way back from our frequent canal walks. We both had bacon, sausage and black pudding rolls from the barge café. So cheap and the bacon was actually cooked properly, which is normally rare. Not too chewy, not fatty, just about right, and so soft. There's clean public toilets and free parking too, and such lovely long, picturesque walks with good wheelchair access although the bridge could be a problem for some wheelchair users as could the path that isn't tarmacked. A local haunt that is used by locals, tradesmen, walkers, cyclers, boaters and travellers alike.
7. Shell Grotto
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4.0 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By parpam2 - Pontypool, United Kingdom
A very enjoyable visit to the Shell Grotto in a very lovely surroundings of Pontypool,s natural Park .. A very interesting place, lovely to learn and see a lot of beautiful she'll work and learn a lot of very interesting history ...
8. Llanyrafon Manor
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4.0 based on 84 reviews
We are Rural Heritage Centre, situated alongside the Afon Lywd. Opened only a year ago, from children's activities to ghost tours we have something for all ages and tastes. Come and explore our innovative and interactive exhibitions, bringing you the sites sounds and smells of the manor during its 500 year history. We are also the home of the raspberry tea rooms.
Reviewed By richardlV4898YD
Visited this 16th Century Manor House for afternoon tea. The food was excellent and plentiful and the whole ambience of the facilities was superb. Visiting the upstairs rooms added to the overall relaxing and informative visit.
9. Pontypool Indoor Market
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
In 1690 Pontypool was granted permission to hold a small weekly market selling 'all manner of cattle, goods and merchandise'. Since then, markets have been at the heart of Pontypool ever since. The town proudly continues this tradition today with excellent indoor and outdoor market facilities to suit all needs.
