Pontardawe tourist information
Pontardawe is a small traditional Welsh town in the Swansea Valley.
Set on the River Tawe, the town was built on coal and tin mining. Visitors can explore this fascinating past in historic industrial sites such as the nearby Cefn Coed Colliery Museum.
It also has a proud cultural heritage and is home to the Pontardawe Arts Centre, a splendid Edwardian building hosting a vibrant programme of events. The Riverside centre is a new cultural hub with a great range of events such as food and craft fairs, guided walks and family fun.
The area is also surrounded by picturesque scenery, particularly moving north towards the upland Brecon Beacons and waterfalls of the Vale of Neath. The historic Swansea canal is also accesible from Pontardawe, and offers scenic walks along the towpath.
Cefn Coed Colliery Museum Neath Road, Creunant, Neath SA10 8SN
Former coal mine, now preserved as a museum. Cefn Coed Colliery Museum information
The Swansea Canal Trail Herbert Street, Pontardawe
Walk the historic canal through Pontardawe and the surrounding area. The Swansea Canal Trail information
Pontardawe Arts Centre Herbert Street, Pontardawe
Vibrant theatre, cinema and cultural venue. Pontardawe Arts Centre information
The Riverside Centre Glanrhyd Industrial Estate, Pontardawe
Cultural and educational centre hosting events and shows. The Riverside Centre information
The bright city lights of Swansea and Cardiff may attract you, but the wild countryside of the Brecon Beacons is just to the north of Pontardawe.
Towns Near Pontardawe To Visit - straight line distance:
Neath Tourist Information (4.48 miles) Ammanford Tourist Information (7.86 miles) Swansea Tourist Information (7.99 miles) Port Talbot Tourist Information (9.09 miles)
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