Sculptor Robert Kennedy.

Six separate small upright works set on stone bases; two boxing gloves, two dolls, cherub and a skull. Information from Festival Park: 'The works were carved away from site during 1991. They are made to operate as conventional garden ornamentation, within a constructed garden. The boxing gloves are there to depict some of their associated aspects, such as maleness and competition. The dolls depict something of how an image is idealised for mass consumption, becoming a distortion of the human figure. Both the gloves and the dolls can be seen as gendering devices through role play. The cherub and skull are life and death charms. Each of these suggests ways in which we adopt roles in society. What we really are is never as clear cut as what these images suggest.'
Borderline was supported by Garden Festival Wales and Chapter Arts Centre. 'The sculptor, Robert Kennedy, felt that the Garden Festival was a huge, themed social event in itself. He wanted to create a themed garden within it, something social, commenting to some extent on the diversity of culture within real society.'
A number of sculptures were commissioned for the Garden Festival of Wales in 1991/2 and some works remain on site.

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AED 1,391 total

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13 Jun - 14 Jun

"What a lovely, well appointed place. Highly recommend as it is handy to everywhere and very well looked after. Had a great stay"

AED 224 total

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9 Jun - 10 Jun

"Perfect stay with great breakfast and very reasonable evening meals."

AED 286 total

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

City Double Room | Individually decorated, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

"The property was very clean and tidy, the self check in was very easy to do, the staff thatvwe saw were lovely we will definitely stay there again"

AED 335 total

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

"Beautifully and thoughtfully restored with a wonderful made-to-order breakfast that goes beyond the usual. "

AED 793 total

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11 Jun - 12 Jun

"Everything was spotless! Nice quiet location "

AED 626 total

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23 Jun - 24 Jun

Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

"Fantastic breakfast."

AED 546 total

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9 Jun - 10 Jun

"Nice place to stay"

AED 377 total

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9 Jun - 10 Jun

Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"A beautiful property well maintained by the owners who were extremely warm & welcoming. Very comfortable room & a lovely breakfast."

AED 492 total

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8 Jun - 9 Jun

Double Room with Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

"Love the cabins, would be nice if there is a hot tub 😊"

AED 820 total

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13 Jun - 14 Jun

"We loved this beautiful property. Our room was lovely and relaxing with a great view of the garden. Our hosts were very pleasant and served an excellent breakfast."

AED 596 total

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8 Jun - 9 Jun

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

"Best accommodation in the area by a long way, breakfast was delicious and the owners were very friendly and accommodating."

"Very comfortable family room. Good value and very friendly and helpful staff."

AED 487 total

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23 Jun - 24 Jun

"One of the best greetings ever from Gail she looked after myself and others in my group exceptionally."

Standard Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

"The accomadation was very clean throughout. Daily service towels bathroom, bins etc. Wifi facilities excelent. Comfortable and warm accomadation."

AED 369 total

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

"Great comfy place and an excellent breakfast "

AED 596 total

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21 Jun - 22 Jun

"Lovely , clean property with good amenities Owner Julie was very welcoming and friendly "

"Would recommend next time will definitely make it a longer stay "

AED 472 total

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

"I was going to visit the Brecon Mountain Railway and I needed somewhere close by to stay for the night. Luckily, I chose the Butchers Arms. The room was lovely and clean and the bed very comfortable. The food was filling and tasty and I had breakfast looking across to the start of the Brecon Beacons. The beer was wonderful especially the Butty Bach (little friend in Welsh). "

AED 671 total

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18 Jun - 19 Jun

"What a great stay! It was a joy to meet Carol and her husband and they looked after me really well. Look forward to a return visit!"

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If you’re looking for something a little more offbeat than your standard hotel, a stay at a bed and breakfast could be the perfect alternative for your getaway. If your ideal vacation to Ebbw Vale includes spending lots of time outside, Brecon Beacons National Park is a good spot to enjoy the scenery.

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B&Bs all have a unique charm. Whether it’s a garden for guests to admire or a beautiful breakfast room, the small details are what make bed and breakfasts a home away from home.

What are the top B&Bs in Ebbw Vale?

Here are some well-liked B&Bs in the surrounding area: Rhymney House hotel: 9 rooms. Situated 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the heart of Ebbw Vale. Enjoy the free full breakfast and arcade game room. Hilston Park: 7 rooms. 18.2 mi (29.2 km) from the heart of downtown.

When is the best time to book my B&B in Ebbw Vale?

When you’re dreaming of a trip to Ebbw Vale, year-round temperatures and rainfall may be important factors to consider. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Ebbw Vale is 46 inches.

What is there to do in Ebbw Vale?

When you want to check out some attractions in town, you might consider a visit to Brecon Beacons National Park and Super Tubing. You might check out Festival Park Shopping Village if you have time to see more of the area.

How can I get to and around Ebbw Vale?

Mapping out your trip in and around Ebbw Vale is easy with these transportation options. Fly into Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is located 27 mi (43.5 km) away from the city center. You can also search for flights into Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is 34.9 mi (56.1 km) away. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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