Things To Do
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- The Museum houses a collection of local artefacts with an outstanding display of Japanware, which was made in the town from the middle of the eighteenth century. Learn more about Pontypool Park and ponder on the very interesting collections of Victorian domestic life.
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- http://www.torfaenmuseum.org.uk
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- Award-winning world-class Museum, where visitors can experience at first-hand what life was like for the generations of miners who risked life and limb to extract the precious mineral which fuelled the Industrial Revolution.
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- http://www.museumwales.ac.uk
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- Based in the magnificent Workmen's Hall and run by a team of friendly volunteers, the Blaenavon Community Museum celebrates the proud cultural heritage of Blaenavon and the south Wales coalfield.
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- http://www.visitblaenavon.co.uk
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- South Wales's industrial history is recalled at this revealing site, one of Europe's best preserved 18th century ironworks.
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- https://cadw.gov.wales/
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- The Workmen's Hall is a fine example of industrial Wales' architecture, the construction of which was paid for by the mine workers themselves.
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- http://www.visitblaenavon.co.uk
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- The Blaenavon World Heritage Centre is situated within the former St. Peter's Church School which was founded in 1816 by Sarah Hopkins to provide free education for children whose parents worked for the Blaenavon Company.
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- http://www.visitblaenavon.co.uk
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- The Bowden Active Living Centre offers various facilities, which include: a Sports Hall with 4 Badminton Courts, Basketball, Five a Side Football, Netball, Volleyball and a fully equipped Dance Studio.
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- http://www.torfaenleisuretrust.co.uk
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- Located in the heart of Cwmbran with full disabled access, this popular venue offers a variety of theatrical productions, dance and musical performances, lunchtime concerts and much more.
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- http://www.congresstheatre.co.uk/
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- Cwmbran Boating Lake is only a few minutes walk from Cwmbran town centre. Enjoy a stroll around the lake and feed the geese and ducks.
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- Cwmbran Shopping is the largest shopping centre in South East Wales. With 170 great shops and stores.
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- https://www.cwmbrancentre.com
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- Cwmbran Stadium is a state of the art facility complete with international standard athletics track and field as well as an eight court sports hall.
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- http://torfaenleisuretrust.co.uk
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- Torfaen has an extensive network of easily accessible cycling routes which can be used for getting to and from work, reaching important facilities such as leisure centres or shops or just for pleasure.
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- http://www.torfaen.gov.uk
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- Garn Lakes Local Nature Reserve used to be an area covered in spoil tips and old colliery workings but following an extensive land reclamation scheme it was officially opened in 1997 as a beautiful area for residents and visitors.
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- http://www.visitblaenavon.co.uk
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- South Wales Premier Outdoor Karting Venue: G-Force Karting is situated in the beautiful Welsh Usk Valley with a backdrop of fantastic hill sides and scenery.
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- http://www.g-forcekarting.co.uk
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- Set in over 120 acres, Greenmeadow Community Farm has a wide range of pedigree and rare breed animals which you can come and meet up close.
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- http://www.greenmeadowcommunityfarm.org.uk
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- You cannot come to Torfaen without visiting Greenmeadow Golf & Country Club. The home of good food and good company. Driving range, stocked golf shop.
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- http://www.greenmeadowgolf.com
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- Set in a rural location, only 15 mins from the M4. Facilities at Llandegfedd were redeveloped in 2014 with a brand new visitor centre and watersports centre opening to the public on 1st April 2015.
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- http://www.llandegfedd.co.uk
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- Housed in a Victorian gentleman's residence, Llantarnam Grange has three gallery spaces showing local, national and international art and craft.
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- http://www.lgac.org.uk
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- Llanyravon Golf course is a 9 hole par 3 municipal course. This course offers enjoyment to experienced golfers and a challenge for those who have recently taken up the game of golf.
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- Children's Arty Parties, Paint Your Own Pottery, Mother and Toddler sessions, silver and ceramic keepsakes, toys, cards and gifts,family friendly coffee shop.
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- http://lollipopsandladybirds.co.uk
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- The oldest golf club in Wales, established in 1875. Located north west of Cwmbran town centre, the course measures 5278yds (par 68).
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- The canal basin at Pontymoile makes an excellent starting point for exploring along the towpath. Junction cottage was home of the toll keeper whose job it was to look after the locks, keep the waterways clear and levy a toll on the barges passing through.
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- http://www.mbact.org.uk
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- The re-developed Leisure Centre offers a variety of facilities, including: Health Suite, containing Sauna, Steam Room and Jacuzzi, a 6 x lane 25m Main Pool, 5 x Court Sports Hall and 2 Squash Courts. Conference facilities, Cafeteria and Bar also available.
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- http://www.torfaenleisuretrust.co.uk
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- Established 1903. 18 holes. Indoor Teaching Academy. Practice Facilities. 100 seat function room available for weddings and private functions.
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- https://www.pontypoolgolf.com/
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- The traditional Indoor Market has been refurbished and there is a variety of stalls offering fresh local food, flowers, jewellery, watch repairs, clothing, and much more! Every Wednesday Pontypool also hosts the very popular Outdoor Market, where you can purchase a wide variety of fresh local produce. Please call for more information or stall rental.
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- Possibly the finest town park in Wales with over 150 acres of beautiful scenery and many leisure facilities.
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- A unique family experience. See the hand made cheeses being produced and enjoy free tastings including the famous 'Big Pit Cheddar', plus a full range of 8 speciality Welsh Cheddars and Soft Welsh Goats Cheese.
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- http://www.chunkofcheese.co.uk
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- Superb championship course with USGA greens overlooking views towards the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains.
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- http://www.woodlake.co.uk
Last Modified: 05/12/2018
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