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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A unique and stylish getaway cottage. Short stroll to Cyfarthfa Park/Castle.

A unique and stylish getaway cottage. Short stroll to Cyfarthfa Park/Castle.

Cefn-coed-y-cymmer Wales
The price is €181 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
€181
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cyfarthfa Park and Museum and Joseph Parry's Cottage are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Charming Cottage in Cefn
Beautiful little cottage in Cefn, great base for us to do all activities in the surrounding area, cottage was very clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated, would thoroughly recommend.

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

A unique and stylish getaway cottage. Short stroll to Cyfarthfa Park/Castle.
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is €92 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
€92
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Comfortable and clean room.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Vale Resort

Vale Resort

4 out of 5
Hensol Park Pontyclun Wales
The price is €109 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
€109
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Pontyclun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
Outstanding staff and customer service. Everything was amazing. Breakfast can be a little for the price it costs or just lower the price of it. Otherwise truly exceptional.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Vale Resort
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A unique and stylish getaway cottage. Short stroll to Cyfarthfa Park/Castle.

A unique and stylish getaway cottage. Short stroll to Cyfarthfa Park/Castle.

Cefn-coed-y-cymmer Wales
Stay at this cottage in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cyfarthfa Park and Museum and Joseph Parry's Cottage are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Charming Cottage in Cefn
Beautiful little cottage in Cefn, great base for us to do all activities in the surrounding area, cottage was very clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated, would thoroughly recommend.

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

A unique and stylish getaway cottage. Short stroll to Cyfarthfa Park/Castle.
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Perfect in every way.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
The Old Stables

The Old Stables

3.5 out of 5
Caerllwyn Ganol Farm Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free parking, a garden and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Parc Penallta ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Amazing as always. You can't find a better place to stay in the area.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

The Old Stables
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Popular places to visit

Great Steam Train ride into the Brecon Mountains,

Brecon Mountain Railway

5/5(4 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in 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 studying 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

Ynysfach Engine House

You can learn about the history of Park with a trip to Ynysfach Engine House. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.

Ynysfach Engine House

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

Things to do

A tour arrives at Caerleon.

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

€103
per adult
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Self-drive Stargazing in Wales Road Trip Online Travel Guide

Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

€11
per traveller
Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour

Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour

€253
per adult
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour
Cardiff Castle's Keep

Private Day Tour of South Wales, including Cardiff & Caerphilly Castle.

€924
per adult
Private Day Tour of South Wales, including Cardiff & Caerphilly Castle.
Cardiff’s Private Full-Day Bardic Journey

Cardiff’s Private Full-Day Bardic Journey

€1,976
per adult
Cardiff’s Private Full-Day Bardic Journey
Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

€572
per traveller
Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In 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