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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
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 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
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|
Visit the Pontypool Park Bowling website at www.pontypoolparkbowls.co.uk|
Visit the Cwmbran Park Bowling Club website at www.cwmbranparkbowlingclub.co.uk
 
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