A Day in the Rhondda
Mint, Mine and Golden Nectar
Whether it’s outdoor activities, relaxing places, inspiring views or historic treasures, Rhondda Cynon Taf has something for everyone.
A Day in the Rhondda
Stop 1 – The Royal Mint Experience gives you a unique look behind the scenes at Britain’s oldest manufacturing organisation, where all of the UK’s coins are minted. You can even mint your own coin.
Stop 2 – Welsh Mining Experience at Rhondda Heritage Park - don your safety helmet, ride‘the cage’ to ‘pit bottom’ where you will ‘live the experience’ of life as a miner. You’ll hear from your guide about the hazards and difficulties the men(and boys) endured as part of their daily work.
Stop 3 – Dare Valley Country Park is over 500 acres of walks, trails and views across the Cynon Valley.
Stop 4 – Penderyn Distillery is where you can discover the secrets of how Wales’ only whisky is produced. Take a tour of the production area before sampling some of the finished product in the bar.
Stop 5 – Finally, it’s time to relax in the beautiful surroundings of the Ty Newydd Country House Hotel. How about a luxurious Afternoon Tea.
A Day in the Rhondda
Nestled within 4 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and surrounded by breathtaking views of the Brecon Beacons, the Ty Newydd Country Hotel offers a tranquil country ambience that blends natural beauty with timeless charm.
Discover the history of money and how our coins are minted.
Discover what life was like for the miners of South Wales.
Dare Valley Country Park covers 500 acres and was the first country park in England and Wales to be created from land previously utilised by industry. Where there used to be 19 pits and drift mines, there are now wonderful views through mature trees.
Discover the secrets of how Wales’ only whisky is produced. Take a tour of the production area before sampling some of the finished product in the bar.
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