Local Attractions
The historic valleys of Rhondda Cynon Taf are reverting to their pre-industrial beauty, making the diverse and often spectacular built and natural environments one of the area's greatest assets.
Majestic mountains, country parks, forests, waterfalls, natural and man-made lakes contrast with the unique built environment to produce an intriguing landscape.
Visit our country parks or relax by the lakes at Dare Valley, Garwnant or Barry Sidings. Wander around the Victorian town parks in Pontypridd and Aberdare. Lose yourself in the beauty of the dramatic mountain ranges or become mesmerised by the waterfalls such as Pen Pych near Blaenrhondda.
If you want to get close to nature, Rhondda Cynon Taf is home to some rare and wonderful plants and creatures such as green woodpeckers, sparrow hawks, kingfishers and brown trout living in streams and lakes, the meadows, ancient oak woodland.
For information on Museums and Galleries please click on the following link
Dare Valley Country Park
Impressive views, lakes and streams, mature upland woodlands and a network of waymarked footpaths are all to be found at this delightful country park just outside Aberdare town centre.
The hotel accommodation situated within the country park caters for the needs of recreational visitors and educational groups and is WTB 2 star graded. Also on offer are caravan and camping facilities, which are WTB 3 star graded.
How to find Dare Valley Country Park:
Signed on the B4275 in Trecynon/Aberdare.
Alternative: Once you are in Aberdare - Town Centre, the A 4233 (Monk Street), turn right to Highland Street and follow the signs to the Caravan Park.
Contact
Dare Valley Country Park
Trecynon
Aberdare
CF44 7RG
Telephone: 01685 874672
Garwnant Country Park
Set amongst beautiful forest and the northern end of Llwyn Onn Reservoir in the Brecon Beacons, Garwnant is perfect for a day out in the countryside!
How to find Garwnant Country Park:
The A470 from Merthyr to Brecon, on the northern end of the Llwyn Onn Reservoir
Barry Sidings Countryside Park
Just 10 minutes away from the busy centre of Pontypridd, Barry Sidings is the perfect place to relax or enjoy walking and cycling – there are free cycling sessions for all ages and abilities each Tuesday and Thursday.
How to find Barry Sidings Countryside Park:
Take the A4058 from Pontypridd to Rhondda, in Trehafod
For more information on places to stay or things to see and do in Rhondda Cynon Taf, visit:
http://www.destinationrct.co.uk
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Last revised on: 19/5/2010