Blaenavon
Things to do in Blaenavon, Monmouthshire and Gwent
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Blaenavon is a town in Torfaen, in south Wales. It sits on the south-eastern edge of the South Wales coalfield, an area shaped by industrial history. The town is centred on coal mining and iron production from the 18th century onwards, and much of what draws visitors today relates to that heritage.
Where to stay in Blaenavon(2)
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The Lion Hotel is a long-established stop in the town centre, while 3B Guesthouse offers guest accommodation nearby.
The Lion Hotel
41 Broad Street, Blaenavon
3B Guesthouse
128 Elgam Avenue, Blaenavon
Pantybeiliau House Bed & Breakfast
Pant-y-beiliau House, Abergavenny
Mill Lodge - Brecon Beacons
Dan-y-bont, Abergavenny
Premier Inn Abergavenny
Westgate, Abergavenny
Hardwick Farm
Hardwick, Abergavenny
Premier Inn Ebbw Vale
Victoria Business Park, Ebbw Vale
Llanwenarth Hotel & Riverside Restaurant
Brecon Road, Abergavenny
Things to Do in Blaenavon(2)
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Big Pit National Coal Museum gives an account of the area's mining past and remains a substantial draw. The Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway runs heritage train trips along restored track in the valley.
Where to Eat in Blaenavon(2)
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Black Mountain Coffee and Burnsies Breakfast Bar are the main cafés in town, both well-reviewed for daytime food.
Attractions Near Blaenavon
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1 mi
Blaenavon Ironworks
Pontypool · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Kingdom Come
Abergavenny · ⭐ 4.4
5 mi
Goytre Wharf
Abergavenny · ⭐ 4.5
5 mi
Abergavenny Castle & Museum
Abergavenny · ⭐ 4.5
5 mi
Bailey Park
Abergavenny · ⭐ 4.3
5 mi
Abergavenny Leisure Centre
Abergavenny · ⭐ 4.3
5 mi
The Eden Centre
Aberbeeg · ⭐ 4.2
5 mi
Beacon Park Boats
Abergavenny · ⭐ 4.9
Camping in Blaenavon
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Self-Catering Cottages in Blaenavon
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Zebra House
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £293
Little Barn
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £337
Dan Y Graig
2 cottages · from £427
The Carriage House
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,120
The Bluebell Country Inn
8 bed · sleeps 15
Rhona’s Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £343
Trinity Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £867
Draig’s Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £293
Common questions about Blaenavon
Where can I stay in Blaenavon?
We list 2 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Blaenavon.
What is there to do in Blaenavon?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Blaenavon.
Where can I eat in Blaenavon?
We list 2 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Blaenavon.
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