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Parks and Open Spaces
Welcome to the Parks and Open Spaces area of the website.
Here you will find information on a variety of topics including Pontypool Park, the Folly Tower and Shell Grotto.
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Folly Tower, Pontypool
Folly Tower
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The Folly Tower is one of Torfaen’s historic landmarks, built in c.1765 by John Hanbury Esq, demolished in 1940 by order of the Ministry of Defence and rebuilt and re-opened by the Prince of Wales in 1994.
Pontypool Park
Pontypool Park
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Pontypool Park is a popular local attraction with several historical features including the Italian Gardens, Folly Tower and Shell Grotto. Facilities include a children's play area, rugby pitch, tennis courts, and a dry ski slope.
Shell Grotto, Pontypool
Shell Grotto
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Considered to be the best surviving grotto in Wales, the shell grotto in Pontypool Park stands on a ridge 700ft above sea level. Information on the history, restoration and location of the grotto is available here.
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Useful Links
Visit the Pontypool Ramblers website at www.pontypool-ramblers.co.uk
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Visit the Pontypool Park Bowling website at www.pontypoolparkbowls.co.uk
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Visit the Cwmbran Park Bowling Club website at www.cwmbranparkbowlingclub.co.uk
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