Southern Wales
So much to see and do
Southern Wales is such a diverse area,
surprising when you consider it's only around 40 miles from East to
West and 25 miles from North to South.
The hustle and bustle of Wales' capital city, Cardiff is
always worth visiting. Historic museums and castles sit
comfortably alongside modern sports stadiums and shopping
centres. Highlights include the National History Museum at St
Fagans or the impressive Wales Millennium Centre performing arts
complex in Cardiff Bay.
Just a short drive
away from the thriving city is the peaceful and tranquil Wye
Valley and Vale of Usk. The stunning scenery is
home to historical remains from both the Roman and Norman eras as
well as the magnificent ruins of Tintern Abbey. The area is
popular for walkers and foodies and hosts the famous Abergavenny
Food Festival each September and is home to both of Wales' Michelin
starred restaurants. People the world over would have seen
for themselves how beautiful this area is as it was home to the
2010 Ryder Cup.
More heritage and walking is on offer in the Southern Wales
Valleys. Don't miss the annual walking festival
each autumn where you get the chance to see the breathtaking
scenery for yourself. As you'd expect there's plenty of
historic sites to visit with the World Heritage Site and Big Pit
National Coal Museum at Blaeanavon, Caerphilly Castle and Cyfarthfa
Castle Museum and Bedwellty House and Gardens amongst the most
popular.
Come down from
the Valleys and head for the coast and Wales' premier water sports
centre at Porthcawl on the Golden Coast of
Southern Wales with Rest Bay considered one of the best surfing
beaches in the country. Elsewhere in the area is the Bridgend
Designer Shopping Outlet, the historic castles of Coity and Ogmore
and the vast Merthyr Mawr sand dunes system.
We hope that's given you a taste of what we can offer you in
Southern Wales, there's plenty more information throughout the
website so please go and take a look.
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