Mid Glamorgan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Front view of Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyfarthfa_Castle
Front view of Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyfarthfa_Castle
Taff's Well thermal spring is located in Taff's Well north of Cardiff, South Wales, UK and an elevation of about 30 m. It is the only thermal spring in Wales
Taffs Well Thermal Spring situated in South Wales, UK.
#Details!   .The Aberfan disaster was the catastrophic collapse of a colliery spoil tip in the Welsh village of Aberfan, near Merthyr Tydfil, that killed 116 children and 28 adults on 21 October 1966. The collapse was caused by the build-up of water in the accumulated rock and shale tip, which suddenly slid downhill in the form of slurry.

In the cemetery side by side stands and overwhelming array of arches - each one a grave to those who passed that fateful day.

It is beautiful and peaceful - almost heavenly - worthy of a visit....I felt initially uncomfortable to take photos but the beauty of it overwhelmed me and will live with me forever.


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Where to stay in Mid Glamorgan

The Royal Mint.

Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
Bwlch Mountain, Rhondda. South Wales.

Tonypandy

Tonypandy might not have many top sights, but Falconry UK and Rhondda Valley are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tonypandy
Confluence of the Clun and Ely in Pontyclun. Looking along the Ely River

Talbot Green

3.5/5(23 area reviews)

Talbot Green is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Castle.

Talbot Green
River Taff, Treforest, Pontypridd. A view from River Street looking towards a footbridge across the River Taff.

Treforest

Treforest is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Pontypridd area, you might plan a trip to The Royal Mint Experience or Caerphilly Castle.

Treforest
Miskin Manor Hotel

Miskin

Miskin is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Llantrisant Castle and Creigiau Golf Course are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Miskin
St Peters Church. This ruin is far from any modern roads on the Ogwr Ridgeway Walk

Llanharan

Llanharan might not have many top sights, but The Royal Mint Experience and Falconry UK are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Llanharan
Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Lanelay Lane Pontyclun Wales
Stay at this luxury B&B in Pontyclun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (786 reviews)
Helen and Rachel at breakfast. The cleanliness was ace. The shower was disappointing compared to the rest of the finish. As did the Nescafé sachets - these 2 things jarred with your super lux vibe

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa
The Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel

The Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel

4 out of 5
Coychurch Bridgend Wales
The price is ₹11,438 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹11,438
₹13,725 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Bridgend. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (169 reviews)
Amazing hotel, very nice decor and the staff were super friendly. Breakfast and bar also a delight and the grounds very pretty, especially in the morning with the sun shining through the trees. Only the access to the hotel is not very pleasant, the single lane road during the dark I dread everytime ...

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

The Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel
Pencelli Hotel

Pencelli Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Pencai Terrace Treorchy Wales
The price is ₹7,320 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
₹7,320
₹8,784 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Treorchy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Rhondda Valley and Dare Valley Country Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Always a great stay here. Beautiful rooms

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Pencelli Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
James Place @ Dowlais

James Place @ Dowlais

3 out of 5
84 High Street Merthyr Tydfil Wales
Stay at this apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free parking, a computer station and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Brecon Mountain Railway and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
The room smells clean as you come in, always a great start. Spotlessly clean. Rooms are ensuite with a little kitchen area, all decorated differently. We had a little table to eat at as well. Chocolates and home made Welsh cakes with milk in the fridge was a nice touch. Self check in with a pin code ...

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

James Place @ Dowlais
Cwm Gran Meadows

Cwm Gran Meadows

3 out of 5
Pontyclun Wales
Stay at this cottage in Pontyclun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Castle are located ...
Cwm Gran Meadows
Meillion

Meillion

3 out of 5
11 Rhigos Road Hirwaun Aberdare Wales
Stay at this golf cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Penderyn Distillery and Zip World Tower are located ...
Meillion
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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