Ferndale

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Pont Lluest-Wen Bridge Footbridge over Afon Rhondda Fach on the Coed Morgannwg Way Footpath
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Confusion of tracks The tracks in this part of the forest do not exactly correspond with those shown on the 1:25K map, although this one is shown.
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Afon Rhondda Fach The river has come down from the Lluest-wen Reservoir, the dam of which can be seen just below the skyline. A road from the reservoir follows the north bank. In the foreground is Pont Lluest-wen, carrying footpaths but not vehicles across the river.
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Near Twyn y Bloedd The map shows the forest as being all conifer. But in this part there are many broad-leaved trees.
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Pont Luest-wen The bridge takes various paths across the headwaters of Afon Rhondda Fach downstream of the Lluest-wen Reservoir. In places the road following the north-west bank has had a retaining wall built next to the river.
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Where to stay in Ferndale

A Catholic statue at Penrhys, Wales, replacing a Marian shrine destroyed during the Protestant Reformation.

Tylorstown

When in Tylorstown, you can plan a visit to Rhondda Valley and Falconry UK, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tylorstown
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The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
$56 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$68 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,036 reviews)
great location. Tired decor.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
$108 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$130 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,776 reviews)
Always a good stay

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
$73 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$88 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,584 reviews)
A great all round hotel

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, meeting facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (62 reviews)
Great location, quick response from helpline, easy entry and exit.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views

Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views

2.5 out of 5
Jim Driscoll Way Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Cardiff Bay and Principality Stadium are located nearby.
Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views
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Cities near Ferndale

A sheep in the evening sun near Treorchy, overlooking the Ogmore Valley in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Mid Glamorgan, Wales, UK

Aberdare

Public Library Building, Pontypridd, Mid Glamorgan, South Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Pontypridd

Cardiff showing a city, street scenes and night scenes

Cardiff

A view of a table top mountain, Pen Pych is a part of the Rhigos mountain and situated in the Rhondda valley, South Wales.

Treorchy

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