Ystradgynlais

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Gorsedd Stones in Ystradgynlais. Located in Gorsedd Park. The Ystradgynlais History website states that the Gorsedd Stones were erected for the National Eisteddfod of Wales held in Ystradgynlais in 1954. Although the main festival was held on the rugby club fields, the Druid ceremonies which form the essential core of the tradition were held here.
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Entrance path to St Cynog's Church, Ystradgynlais The church is set back 100 metres from the south side of the B4599 Heol Eglwys. St Cynog's Church is in the Church in Wales Diocese of Swansea and Brecon. The church was built in the Victorian Gothic style between 1858 and 1861. Born c434AD, Cynog son of Brychan, usually known as Saint Cynog, was a fifth century British martyr and saint.
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Flower-rich countryside Undeveloped land at the north end of Rhos Common near Blaen-y-gors.
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Bend in Brecon Road, Penrhos Looking east, away from Ystradgynlais.
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Sinc y Giedd A river drains across the moorland of the Black Mountain to sink, on reaching the limestone, at Sinc y Giedd. This is the main source of the water emerging from Dan yr Ogof caves. In dry weather the water sinks upstream of this picture.
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales
$79 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$95 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
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Village Hotel Swansea

Village Hotel Swansea

4 out of 5
Langdon Road Swansea Wales
$76 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$91 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
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From the outset the reception was chaotic with lots of noisey people. I had to queue for self check-in. I queried why there was a £5 car parking charge when this hadn't been pointed out prior to my booking. I asked why this was and he said because I booked with Expedia. So be careful. The hotel was ...

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Village Hotel Swansea
The Grand Hotel Swansea

The Grand Hotel Swansea

3 out of 5
Ivey Place High Street Swansea Wales
$82 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$99 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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8.2/10 Very Good! (937 reviews)
Restaurant food is not up to the standard

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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Spacious 5 Bedroom Holiday Let, Perfect For Family Reunions and gatherings

Spacious 5 Bedroom Holiday Let, Perfect For Family Reunions and gatherings

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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
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Everything was as we expected,lovely and clean and like another world when we stepped inside,would definitely go again. Great comunication with the host,we had a fab weekend all round.

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Popular places to visit

Three Cliffs and the Bay viewed from a hilltop

Three Cliffs Bay Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Three Cliffs Bay Beach during your travels in Swansea? Stroll along the marina in this quaint area, or check out its lively bars.

Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Oxwich Bay Beach showing vehicle touring and a beach

Oxwich Bay Beach

Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape.

Oxwich Bay Beach
Rhossili Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a bay or harbor

Rhossili Beach

Enjoy long walks, spot birds and marine life, and watch surfers ride big waves at this award-winning beach on the Gower Peninsula.

Rhossili Beach
Caswell Bay Beach showing hiking or walking as well as an individual male

Caswell Bay Beach

Surf on the choppy waters of this scenic bay and trek along the nature paths for gorgeous views of cliffs and headlands.

Caswell Bay Beach
Singleton Park showing hiking or walking and a park as well as an individual male

Singleton Park

Once a private estate, today this urban park is a place to enjoy botanical gardens, miniature golf and live music performances.

Singleton Park
Mumbles Pier featuring general coastal views

Mumbles Pier

Amble along this Victorian Pier for its arcade games and café and enjoy the views of the sea and the lighthouse.

Mumbles Pier

Things to do

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

$119
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls

From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls

$172
per adult
From Cardiff: Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

$14
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
9 Hour Tour from Cardiff to Mumbles Three Cliffs Worms Head Gower

From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head

$297
per adult
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour

Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour

$297
per adult
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour
Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

$189
per traveler
Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour
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Cities near Ystradgynlais

Swansea featuring a sunset, general coastal views and sailing

Swansea

Neath which includes heritage elements, building ruins and a garden

Neath

Glan yr Afon, Ystalyfera Looking along the road to Mynydd Allt-y-grug (338m), which overlooks the Swansea Valley.
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Ystalyfera

One of the most beautiful spots in South Wales . Known as the rooftop of carmarthenshire

Llanddeusant

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