Mid Glamorgan

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Front view of Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyfarthfa_Castle
Front view of Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyfarthfa_Castle
Taff's Well thermal spring is located in Taff's Well north of Cardiff, South Wales, UK and an elevation of about 30 m. It is the only thermal spring in Wales
Taffs Well Thermal Spring situated in South Wales, UK.
#Details! .The Aberfan disaster was the catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip in the Welsh village of Aberfan, near Merthyr Tydfil, that killed 116 children and 28 adults on 21 October 1966. The collapse was caused by the build-up of water in the accumulated rock and shale tip, which suddenly slid downhill in the form of slurry. In the cemetery side by side stands and overwhelming array of arches - each one a grave to those who passed that fateful day. It is beautiful and peaceful - almost heavenly - worthy of a visit....I felt initially uncomfortable to take photos but the beauty of it overwhelmed me and will live with me forever. #Photo Details Sweepstake

Where to stay in Mid Glamorgan

The Royal Mint.

Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
River Taff, Treforest, Pontypridd. A view from River Street looking towards a footbridge across the River Taff.

Treforest

Treforest is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Pontypridd area, you might plan a trip to The Royal Mint Experience or Caerphilly Castle.

Treforest
Bwlch Mountain, Rhondda. South Wales.

Tonypandy

Tonypandy might not have many top sights, but Falconry UK and Rhondda Valley are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tonypandy
Confluence of the Clun and Ely in Pontyclun. Looking along the Ely River

Talbot Green

Talbot Green is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Llantrisant Castle and The Royal Mint Experience.

Talbot Green
St Peters Church. This ruin is far from any modern roads on the Ogwr Ridgeway Walk

Llanharan

Llanharan might not have many top sights, but The Royal Mint Experience and Falconry UK are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Llanharan
Nice to see the sun at last in #wales

Tonyrefail

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tonyrefail and surrounding area, you can visit Falconry UK and The Royal Mint Experience.

Tonyrefail
Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Lanelay Lane Pontyclun Wales
Stay at this luxury B&B in Pontyclun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews)
From start to finish it was a fabulous experience food glorious staff marvellous a wonderful luxury stay

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa
Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4 out of 5
Trehafod Pontypridd Wales
The price is €77 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
€77
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pontypridd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (798 reviews)
The room was completely neglected. There were so many stains, literally the more we looked the more stains there were. Sheets and duvet were dirty and had mould on them. The glasses and mugs on the side had lipstick marks and they were filthy and sticky. The information leaflet in the room was incorrect, ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Pencelli Hotel

Pencelli Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Pencai Terrace Treorchy Wales
The price is €93 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
€93
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Treorchy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Rhondda Valley and Dare Valley Country Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Lovely clean room. Really lovely staff. Couldn't ask for more

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

Aberdare WLS
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Aberdare Swimming Pool and Aberdare Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
Amazing stay! Had everything we needed, such a cute, warm welcoming home!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World
James Place @ Dowlais

James Place @ Dowlais

3 out of 5
84 High Street Merthyr Tydfil Wales
Stay at this apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free parking, a computer station and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Brecon Mountain Railway and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Pretty reasonable place with easy parking and decent amenities

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

James Place @ Dowlais
James Place @ Pontmorlais

James Place @ Pontmorlais

3 out of 5
74a High Street Merthyr Tydfil Wales
Stay at this apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy parking (surcharge) and a computer station. Popular attractions Ynysfach Engine House and Joseph Parry's Ironworker's ...
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Popular places to visit

Rhondda Valley showing street scenes as well as a small group of people

Rhondda Valley

4.5/5(34 reviews)

From countryside rambles to visiting a former coal mine and touring a whisky distillery, this beautiful part of southern Wales has much to offer.

Rhondda Valley
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

The Royal Mint Experience

5/5(4 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at The Royal Mint Experience, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Pontyclun. Visit the shops and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

The Royal Mint Experience

BikePark Wales

4/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit BikePark Wales during your travels to Troed-y-rhiw. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

BikePark Wales

Zip World Tower

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Zip World Tower during your visit to Rhigos.

Zip World Tower

Royal Porthcawl Golf Club

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Porthcawl at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club. Wander the seaside and beaches while you're in the area.

Royal Porthcawl Golf Club
Cardiff which includes a city, night scenes and street scenes

Cardiff

Aerial view of Porthcawl beach harbour and fun fair in South Wales UK

Bridgend

Editorial Swansea, UK - November 24, 2017: Daybreak over Swansea city, the second largest city in Wales after Cardiff, UK, showing the East Side and the new University campus.

Port Talbot

Neath featuring heritage elements, a park and building ruins

Neath

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