Dolaucothi Goldmines
Overview
Tour this former Roman gold mine and see authentic 1930s mining equipment, workshops and trams showing how the mines worked.
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Walking and Rambling in Llanddeusant
A popular walk to Llyn-y-Fan-Fach, home of the legendary Lady of the Lake.
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Arc Adventures
Arc Adventures offers outdoor activity and residential trips to families and groups.
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Mountain biking in Llanddeusant
The Usk Reservoir is approx four miles from the hostel and is an ideal place to get out on your bike. We can arrange bike hire for you from a local provider.
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Carreg Cennen Castle
Explore the ruined 13th century castle, with pits and drawbridges. Don't miss the prehistoric cave dwelling and vaulted passageway. Visit the Castle & Farm website
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Aberglasney Gardens
Spectacularly set in the beautiful Tywi valley, Aberglasney House features one of the finest gardens in Wales.
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National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Visit the largest show caves in Western Europe with breathtaking limestone formations built up over thousands of years.
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Craig y Nos Country Park
Craig y Nos is over 40 acres of parkland with riverside walks through woodland and meadows. The park is also used as a base to study the flora and fauna of the area.
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National Wetlands Centre Wales
Set in a 450 acre mosaic of lakes, pool and lagoons created on the scenic Burry Inlet, home hundreds of wild and resident species.
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Brecon Beacons Mountain Centre
Discover a rich variety of land and habitats, from moors, wooded valleys and farmland, to cave systems, waterfalls and wetlands.
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Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park Visitor Centre
Visit Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park Visitor Centre where a team of friendly and knowledgeable information officers are on hand all year round to help you make the most of your visi
