Blackwood

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Where to stay in Blackwood

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 Bargoed Woodland Park and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

Oakdale
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Cefn Fforest

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

Cefn Fforest
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 .
Photo by Robin Drayton (CC BY-SA)

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 Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake and Bargoed Woodland Park.

Pontllanfraith
Snowy view across the Rhymney Valley. From 1633376 looking west towards Hengoed.
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Pengam

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

Pengam
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.
Photo by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA)

Argoed

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

Argoed
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 Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

Penmaen
Maes Manor Hotel
Maes Manor Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Maes Rudded Lane, Blackwood, Wales
The price is SAR115 per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
SAR115
per night
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Blackwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bargoed Woodland Park ...
6.8/10 (180 reviews)
"Nice property would stay agin"

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2024

Maes Manor Hotel
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Maesycwmmer, nr Ystrad Mynach, Blackwood, Wales
The price is SAR178 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
SAR178
per night
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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! (423 reviews)
Couples night away
"Booked for a couples night away. We arrived early, and they let us check in early which was fab and the guy booking us in was great. We went to our room, and we had a balcony which was fab. Room was a little dated and the cleanliness of the bathroom- let's say it could do with a scrub in the grouting ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul, 2024

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is SAR123 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
SAR123
per night
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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! (1,459 reviews)
"The hotel and room were incredible! Staff was friendly and accommodating. Only surprise was learning the thermal spa was closed for the week, which I was not aware of when I booked (and was a consideration for booking). Nevertheless, a wonderful experience!"

Reviewed on 21 Sep, 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
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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! (218 reviews)
"What a beautiful place to stay, the hotel and the town is wonderful. The only thing that disappointed us is we were not staying longer. Our check in was smooth and the gentleman was very pleasant. It is nice and close to lots of shops, food, and local talents. A great experience"

Reviewed on 17 Sep, 2024

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Rustic Cabin
Rustic Cabin
Argoed
Stay at this cabin in Blackwood. Popular attractions Pan-Y-fan Country Park and Bargoed Woodland Park are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Great place for couples
"The hosts were fabulous and blew is away with their welcome pack but is not suitable to sleep 4. Everything is just in one room and there's only seating for 2 unless you want to sit on a bar stool. The layout also needs rethinking because at one point my wife was in bed having a cup of tea and waved ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug, 2023

Rustic Cabin
High end furnished lodge
High end furnished lodge
Oakdale
Stay at this vacation home in Blackwood. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Bargoed Woodland Park and Twmbarlwm Mountain are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Excellent space
"A tasteful space, generously appointed with very high quality fittings and touches making the whole experience unforgettable."

Reviewed on 26 Nov, 2023

High end furnished lodge
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