Blackwood

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Where to stay in Blackwood

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Cefn Fforest

While Cefn Fforest isn't home to many top sights, Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Bargoed Woodland Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cefn Fforest
Cwrt-y-Bella, Gwrhay The country lane
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Oakdale

While there might not be top attractions in Oakdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bargoed Woodland Park and Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial.

Oakdale
View over the Sirhowy Valley. Taken from the churchyard of New Bethel Church, Mynyddislwyn 1570832. Overlooking Ty-Fry Farm, Cwmnantyrodyn, Pontllanfraith and Blackwood with the tower of Chartist Bridge https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/764929 visible at the upper right. On the horizon are the peaks of the Brecon Beacons https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/18832 .
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Pontllanfraith

While Pontllanfraith might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bargoed Woodland Park and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

Pontllanfraith
Wild horse on Man-Moel Road A stroke of luck. I was just thinking about continuing north when I happened to look back south and saw one of the wild moorland horses cantering across. This is Man-Moel Road, a moorland track across the top of Cefn Manmoel and part of the Sirhowy Valley Walk.
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Argoed

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Argoed and surrounding area, you can visit Super Tubing and Bargoed Woodland Park.

Argoed
Cwrt-y-Bella, Gwrhay The country lane
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Penmaen

While Penmaen might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bargoed Woodland Park and Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial.

Penmaen
Snowy view across the Rhymney Valley. From 1633376 looking west towards Hengoed.
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Pengam

When in Pengam, you can plan a visit to Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Bargoed Woodland Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pengam
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Maesycwmmer, nr Ystrad Mynach, Blackwood, Wales
The price is AED 473 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
AED 473
AED 560 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Blackwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sirhowy Valley Country Park and River ...
8/10 Very Good! (423 reviews)
"Lovely pool area and polite staff, unfortunately bins in the rooms had not been emptied from previous guests. Paid for late check out to use the pool area and would say this was worth it. breakfast fresh made and very good."

Reviewed on 23 September 2024

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
Maes Manor Hotel
Maes Manor Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Maes Rudded Lane, Blackwood, Wales
The price is AED 341 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
AED 341
AED 397 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Blackwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bargoed Woodland Park ...
6.8/10 (182 reviews)
"Arrived early, the lady on reception was able to get me checked in though. Room is ok. Shower is a bit weak and the mattress is uncomfortable."

Reviewed on 17 November 2024

Maes Manor Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AED 380 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
AED 380
AED 452 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,545 reviews)
"Clean, professional, quick to resolve problems when I lost my key card"

Reviewed on 21 November 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
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Rustic Cabin
Rustic Cabin
Argoed
Stay at this cabin in Blackwood. Popular attractions Pan-Y-fan Country Park and Bargoed Woodland Park are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Great place for couples
"The hosts were fabulous and blew is away with their welcome pack but is not suitable to sleep 4. Everything is just in one room and there's only seating for 2 unless you want to sit on a bar stool. The layout also needs rethinking because at one point my wife was in bed having a cup of tea and waved ..."

Reviewed on 14 August 2023

Rustic Cabin
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"Lovely clean apartment. Great location for city centre. Excellent communication from owner. Cannot fault."

Reviewed on 13 October 2024

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Park Lane Aparthotel
Park Lane Aparthotel
4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (33 reviews)
"Pleasant accommodation close to university, with cooking facilities Accommodation was clean , warm and had everything we needed for our stay. Only issue is no on site parking but parking in nearby streets is possible (payable and maximum 5 hours) with a larger NCP car park within 5 minutes walk Would ..."

Reviewed on 12 October 2024

Park Lane Aparthotel
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Principality Stadium

4/5(21 reviews)

Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its local tours.

Principality Stadium
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Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this relaxing area.

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Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(93 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Castle. Discover the area's entertainment choices, or seek out its local tours.

Cardiff Castle
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Cardiff University

4/5(12 reviews)

Explore the campus of Cardiff University during your stay in Cardiff. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Cardiff University
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Cardiff International Arena

4/5(8 reviews)

Catch an event at Cardiff International Arena during your trip to Cardiff. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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Barry, South Wales. Vale of Glamorgan. UK

Barry Island Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Barry Island Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Barry. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its churches.

Barry Island Beach