Top Things to do in Blaenau Gwent
Top 5 Things to do Good for Couples in Blaenau Gwent, Wales
Discover the best top things to do in Blaenau Gwent, United Kingdom including Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial, Market Hall Cinema, Cwmcarn Forest, Bedwellty House and Park, Festival Park Owl Sanctuary.
Restaurants in Blaenau Gwent
1. Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 114 reviews
Welcome to Ty Ebbw Fach located in Six Bells. Named after the river running past, We have a Heritage Centre full of stories from Six Bells and it’s the place to find out all about the stunning Guardian Miners Memorial which is only a short walk away. So why not pop in and see us before or after your unforgettable trip to Guardian? On the first floor is a conference room which can be hired for functions. Accessible by lift, this room is used for meetings, christening parties, birthday parties. Please contact us if you would like further information.
Reviewed By StaffordshireTaff
This commemorates lives lost in a mining disaster that killed dozens of men....some fathers and sons, brothers, ...their names are punched out of the metal.....Each and every one; a life lost , a future cut short....heartbreaking...
2. Market Hall Cinema
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 94 reviews
Opened in 1894, The Market Hall Cinema is Wales' Oldest Cinema. In 2014 it was awarded the title UK CINEMA OF THE YEAR. This 200 seat venue is open 7 days a week and offers ample FREE PARKING. The cinema offers 2 for 1 tickets every Wednesday. Ticket Prices are £4.90 for Adults. £3.50 for Children, Students and Seniors. Family Ticket is £14.00. All seats Tuesday £3.50. 2 for 1 on Adult tickets on Wednesday = £2.45 per person - which is the cheapest cinema admission in Wales. The Market Hall is the only cinema listed on the Welsh 'Bucket List' of '100 things to do in Wales Before You Die."
Reviewed By Smoo-bear76 - Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom
Lovely staff, clean, comfortable & local cinema. Always come here as extremely reasonable prices with lovely big screen with good parking.
3. Cwmcarn Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Cwmcarn Forest offers something for all the family. The visitor centre provides a place to stock up on refreshments, gifts and homewares as well as finding out about what you can do in the area. Sample our wide range of meals and snacks available at Ravens Cafe - with seating for 56 within the bright and airy interior or choose to eat outside on the impressive Decking area, which overlooks the Nantcarn Stream. Nestling alongside the banks of the Nantcarn stream is the Visit Wales 4* graded Cwmcarn Forest Campsite. A well-equipped caravan and camping park at the foot of the spectacular forest. Camping & caravan pitches along with Glamping pods providing all year accommodation, all with electric hook up provided. Cwmcarn Forest is a Mecca for walking and mountain biking. There are many walking trails directly on the site for all abilities; Relax with a spot of fishing at the lake or join in some of the events and activities that take part on site.
Reviewed By CarolinePrice1
I have spend a lot of time here this summer as it is an excellent place to take children for a few hours out. The adventure playground is relatively new and excellent for children over 5. There are lots of great woodland walks in the area. The staff at the visitor centre are very helpful and the Raven cafe which has been operating a take away service during the Covid pandemic is perfect for a drink, snack or even a meal. There are plenty of benches and bins which seem to be emptied regularly as they are never overflowing and thankfully there does not seem to be much litter about the place. There are also plenty of toilet facilities which from my experience have always been immaculate.
4. Bedwellty House and Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By Lexxx82 - Cardiff, United Kingdom
I was looking for somewhere to take my Mum where we could do a socially-distanced wander. Current Welsh COVID rules as of April 2021 mean people can meet outside and there is no geographical restraint on travel within Wales. I needed somewhere within an hour’s drive of Cardiff (check), parking (check - nearby free parking), toilets (check), tea/coffee/snacks (check), space to wander/enough to entertain us for at least an hour (check), not too crowded (check). Bedwellty House had everything I needed with the added bonus of beautiful surroundings and plenty of open space and fresh air. The staff were friendly and the facilities well cared for. The other visitors were relaxed and seemed to really respect and appreciated the surroundings. The main house was closed at the time of our visit, but in fair weather there is plenty of outside exploring to be done. The grotto is an absolute gem. We ordered drinks from the tea room hatch (dine in options aren’t permitted at time of writing) and sat on one of the many picnic benches on the lawn. Cakes and other bites were also available. The site is on a gentle slope and all outdoor facilities looked to have good accessibility for mobility impaired visitors. A few disabled parking spots were available just inside the main entrance gate.
5. Festival Park Owl Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By 298sadiep
Whilst visiting the area for a short break we made a stop at the owl sanctuary on our last morning and we are so glad that we did! As it was just open we were the only people there and Malcolm kindly showed us round all of the birds in the sanctuary, telling us a bit about each of them. Over 70 different birds, including owls, peregrine falcons, eagles and other birds of prey which were so lovely to see. Malcolm and the other volunteers are all clearly very passionate about the birds and their care and Malcolms knowledge was amazing. Surprisingly the sanctuary is free to enter and they rely on donations to help care for all the birds so if you visit please give generously to them as they are doing a great job. Definitely worth a visit for both kids and adults alike as we were a group of 4 adults and loved it! The sanctuary is fairly small so is not somewhere you would spend several hours but is certainly worth a visit for an hour or a little longer . Keep up the great work and we will definitely visit again next time we are in the area! Just a note, park at the end of festival park and walk down as can be a bit fiddly to find but it's most definitely worth it.
