The Valleys of South Wales

Naturally speaking 

You might already have a picture in your mind of what holidays in the South Wales Valleys are all about.  It probably needs an update.  We’d like to introduce you to The Welsh Valleys of today.

We are very proud of our Industrial Heritage, The Valleys were at the heart of the Industrial Revolution.  Today you can follow the great stories and achievements of that age, history is all around, and on show in a range of Visitor Attractions, the only coal mine is Big Pit  in Blaenavon where you can take a tour with an ex miner. What you will also see are country parks, lakes and forests, open hillsides and green mountains. 

And here’s another surprise.  The world is just waking up to the fact that The Valleys are home to a captivating choice of attractions and places to visits, like Caerphilly Castle or Blaenavon, a World Heritage site.  Not to mention the wide range of activities and events that can be played out against our terrific landscape. 

So you’ll find that things have changed.  But what hasn’t altered is the strong Valleys spirit.  Walk into any hotel or restaurant and you will find that Valleys folk are genuinely warm and friendly.  It all comes naturally in the South Wales Valleys – the Heart & Soul of Wales.

For holidays or short breaks in South Wales, The Valleys make a refreshing change.

                                                       

Taffy Afal is the Official Valleys Ice cream

With a majority 43% of the votes, 'Taffy Afal' scooped The Official Valleys Ice cream title. Its Cardiff creator, Sue Walker, watched it go into production at Subzero Factory in Rhondda on 27 August. Click here for more on this story and to find out where you can get hold of 'Taffy Afal' ice cream.