Blackwood

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Blackwood

Wild horse on Man-Moel Road A stroke of luck. I was just thinking about continuing north when I happened to look back south and saw one of the wild moorland horses cantering across. This is Man-Moel Road, a moorland track across the top of Cefn Manmoel and part of the Sirhowy Valley Walk.
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Argoed

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Argoed and surrounding area, you can visit Bedwellty House and Park and Cwmtillery Lakes.

Argoed
Snowy view across the Rhymney Valley. From 1633376 looking west towards Hengoed.
Photo by Robin Drayton (CC BY-SA)

Pengam

When in Pengam, you can plan a visit to Twmbarlwm Mountain and Bargoed Woodland Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pengam
View over the Sirhowy Valley. Taken from the churchyard of New Bethel Church, Mynyddislwyn 1570832. Overlooking Ty-Fry Farm, Cwmnantyrodyn, Pontllanfraith and Blackwood with the tower of Chartist Bridge https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/764929 visible at the upper right. On the horizon are the peaks of the Brecon Beacons https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/18832 .
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Pontllanfraith

While Pontllanfraith might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Twmbarlwm Mountain and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

Pontllanfraith
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Cefn Fforest

While Cefn Fforest isn't home to many top sights, Twmbarlwm Mountain and Bargoed Woodland Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cefn Fforest
Cwrt-y-Bella, Gwrhay The country lane
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Penmaen

While Penmaen might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Twmbarlwm Mountain and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

Penmaen
Cwrt-y-Bella, Gwrhay The country lane
Photo by John Grayson (CC BY-SA)

Oakdale

While there might not be top attractions in Oakdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Twmbarlwm Mountain and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

Oakdale
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Maesycwmmer, nr Ystrad Mynach, Blackwood, Wales
The price is AED 677 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
AED 677
AED 813 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Blackwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Parc Penallta ...
8/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
"Lovely staff , quiet and peaceful stay"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 325 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
AED 325
AED 391 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We had a lovely time in the hotel from check in to check out staff friendly, room was lovely and clean."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AED 391 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
AED 391
AED 470 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,711 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel, fantastic breakfast! My only complaint is that the mattress topper on the bed was lumpy!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
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Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
4 out of 5
Usk Way, Endeavour House, Newport, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Friars Walk Newport and Newport ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (197 reviews)
"It was great value for money!"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (259 reviews)
"Handy coffee shop across the road"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

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Central Studios
Central Studios
3 out of 5
7 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and Netflix. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
Central Studios Cardiff
"Great location right near football stadium in central Cardiff and walking distance to many hot spots/food in Cardiff. Very clean/modern room. was able to find free street parking close to room. save environment."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

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