Cefn-coed-y-cymmer Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cefn Coed Viaduct, Merthyr Tydfil The Cefn Coed Viaduct was built in 1866 to carry the Brecon and Merthyr Railway Brecon_and_Merthyr_Railway across the river Taff at Pontycapel. This view is from the south end of the viaduct, looking north west. Built by Messrs. Savel and Ward at a cost of £25, 000, it is the third largest viaduct in Wales. The viaduct consists of 15 openings, each one 39 feet 9 inches, a length of 725ft. and a maximum height of 115ft. The viaduct's main point of architectural interest is the fact that it was built on a curve - as highlighted in this view.
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Cefn Coed Viaduct, Merthyr Tydfil The Cefn Coed Viaduct was built in 1866 to carry the Brecon and Merthyr Railway Brecon_and_Merthyr_Railway across the river Taff at Pontycapel. This view is from the south end of the viaduct, looking north west. Built by Messrs. Savel and Ward at a cost of £25, 000, it is the third largest viaduct in Wales. The viaduct consists of 15 openings, each one 39 feet 9 inches, a length of 725ft. and a maximum height of 115ft. The viaduct's main point of architectural interest is the fact that it was built on a curve - as highlighted in this view.
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St. John's church, Cefn-coed-y-cymmer A Victorian building on a rise of land to the north-west of Merthyr Tydfil.
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Viaducts old and new near Merthyr Tydfil Glimpsed from the Taff Trail - the former Brecon & Merthyr Junction Railway viaduct spanning the Afon Taf Fawr just downstream of the modern A645/Heads of the Valleys Road viaduct. The old railway now carries the cycle and footpaths of the trail between Pontsticill and Gellideg.
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Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is 2.343.884 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
2.343.884 ₫
2.812.661 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Breakfast finished too early 09:00

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Parkway Hotel & Spa

Parkway Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Cwmbran Drive Cwmbran Wales
The price is 3.164.243 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
3.164.243 ₫
3.797.092 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cwmbran. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
The room was very clean and the stuff were very friendly. I am definitely coming back :)

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Parkway Hotel & Spa
Vale Resort

Vale Resort

4 out of 5
Hensol Park Pontyclun Wales
The price is 3.486.528 ₫ per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
3.486.528 ₫
4.183.834 ₫ total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Pontyclun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
We used the pool which was good ,only thought our breakfast could be hotter but overall very good stay.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Vale Resort
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Cwmbach Cottages

Cwmbach Cottages

3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road Neath Wales
Stay at this golf guesthouse in Neath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Neath Golf Club and Aberdulais Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
clean room, staff, amenities

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Cwmbach Cottages
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Lovely modern cabins, great walk in shower, comfy bed, lovely location, food in the pub is outstanding and staff are brilliant.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
De Courceys Manor Cottages

De Courceys Manor Cottages

3.5 out of 5
Tyla Morris Ave Cardiff Wales
Stay at this golf cottage in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
Fab stay, cute little place

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

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Popular places to visit

Great Steam Train ride into the Brecon Mountains,

Brecon Mountain Railway

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Brecon Mountain Railway during your travels in Pant. Discover the mountain views and countryside in this relaxing area.

Brecon Mountain Railway
Sunset over ponsticil

Pontsticill Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pontsticill Reservoir during your travels in Merthyr Tydfil. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Pontsticill Reservoir
Front view of Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyfarthfa_Castle

Cyfarthfa Park and Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cyfarthfa Park and Museum in Park. Amble around the area's parks or seek out its golf courses.

Cyfarthfa Park and Museum

Garwnant Visitor Centre

Garwnant Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Hirwaun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the rocky beaches or discover the area's countryside.

Garwnant Visitor Centre

Joseph Parry's Cottage

Learn about the local history of Park when you take a trip to Joseph Parry's Cottage. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.

Joseph Parry's Cottage

Ynysfach Engine House

You can learn about the history of Park with a trip to Ynysfach Engine House. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.

Ynysfach Engine House