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Big Pit

National Mining Museum of Wales, Blaenafon, Torfaen NP4 9XP - Wales, UK

Big Pit is one of the best mining museums in Britain. It is situated in Blaenavon which has been designated a World Heritage Site due to its huge contribution to the mining and iron industries. Visitors to Big...

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Attractions near Big Pit

A selection of attractions close to Big Pit:

Blaenavon Ironworks (1.1 Miles)

The Blaenavon Ironworks transformed the steelmaking process as it was the birthplace of the basic steel process developed by Sidney Gilchrist Thomas in 1878....

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Abergavenny Castle (5.1 Miles)

Abergavenny Castle was originally a timber building but was rebuilt during the 13th and 14th centuries in stone. Today visitors can wander freely around...

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Llanthony Priory (5.1 Miles)

Llanthony Priory, an extensive monastic ruin, stands in the Black Mountains, eleven miles from Abergavenny. This remarkable old Priory is only accessible by a single...

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The Black Mountains (5.1 Miles)

The Black Mountains are the most easterly of the Brecon Beacons. They are a protected wildlife site and home to many rare plants and animals...

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Longtown Castle (5.1 Miles)

Longtown Castle stands on the Welsh border at the base of the Black Mountains.It was established in the 12th century by a local Baron, William...

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Downey Barn Gallery (5.1 Miles)

This new gallery is situated in the dramatic countryside of the Llanthony Valley. It houses a varied collection of striking and affordable work: paintings in...

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White Castle (5.1 Miles)

Along with nearby Skenfrith and Grosmont castles, White Castle was built by the Normans as they won control over the area of North Gwent. The...

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Brynmawr Museum (5.2 Miles)

The museum is one of the most popular cultural attractions in this part of the world, and really is the first place you should head...

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Goytre Wharf (6 Miles)

Goytre Wharf is just outside Abergavenny and is situated on the Brecon and Monmouth canal. It is popular all year round with local people and...

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Abergavenny Museum (7.9 Miles)

Abergavenny Museum is situated in an old 19th Century hunting lodge within the grounds of the castle. It houses displays that provide visitors with...

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Tretower Castle (8 Miles)

Tretower Castle is situated in the Usk valley threemiles outside Crickhowell. The remains include a motte and bailey castle with a later round tower and...

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Borough Theatre Abergavenny (8 Miles)

The Borough Theatre in Abergavenny is part of the town hall building and has a 338 seat capacity. It dates back to 1870 and...

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Pontypool Park (8.7 Miles)

Pontypool Park is known locally as the People’s Park. There is something for people of all ages to enjoy in the park which stretches...

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Llandegfedd Reservoir (8.9 Miles)

Llandegfedd Reservoir is situated a few miles north of Newport in South Wales. The reservoir is surrounded by beautiful countryside and hills and its...

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