Ystradgynlais

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Gorsedd Stones in Ystradgynlais. Located in Gorsedd Park. The Ystradgynlais History website states that the Gorsedd Stones were erected for the National Eisteddfod of Wales held in Ystradgynlais in 1954. Although the main festival was held on the rugby club fields, the Druid ceremonies which form the essential core of the tradition were held here.
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Gorsedd Stones in Ystradgynlais. Located in Gorsedd Park. The Ystradgynlais History website states that the Gorsedd Stones were erected for the National Eisteddfod of Wales held in Ystradgynlais in 1954. Although the main festival was held on the rugby club fields, the Druid ceremonies which form the essential core of the tradition were held here.
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Entrance path to St Cynog's Church, Ystradgynlais The church is set back 100 metres from the south side of the B4599 Heol Eglwys. St Cynog's Church is in the Church in Wales Diocese of Swansea and Brecon. The church was built in the Victorian Gothic style between 1858 and 1861. Born c434AD, Cynog son of Brychan, usually known as Saint Cynog, was a fifth century British martyr and saint.
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Flower-rich countryside Undeveloped land at the north end of Rhos Common near Blaen-y-gors.
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Bend in Brecon Road, Penrhos Looking east, away from Ystradgynlais.
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales
The price is SAR 289 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
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22 Feb - 23 Feb
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Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
Cwm Taf Merthyr Tydfil Wales
The price is SAR 346 per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
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11 Feb - 12 Feb
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Village Hotel Swansea

Village Hotel Swansea

4 out of 5
Langdon Road Swansea Wales
The price is SAR 316 per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
SAR 316
SAR 379 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
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Unique Step Free 5 Bedroom Holiday Home Enclosed Garden fit for large families

Unique Step Free 5 Bedroom Holiday Home Enclosed Garden fit for large families

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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

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3 out of 5
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Cwmbach Cottages

Cwmbach Cottages

3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road Neath Wales
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Lovely peaceful location and lodge has everything you need for a relaxing stay. We’d definitely look to stay here again when we’re next in the area. Highly recommend!

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