Let In Wales

Famous for their rich industrial heritage, the South Wales Valleys are now becoming a popular holiday destination - with sweeping green hills, country parks and loads of great walks and cycle paths to explore.

Take a trip to South Wales and explore the regions fascinating industrial history, visit the China Works or the Rhondda Heritage Park , or simply enjoy one of the scenic footpaths winding its way through the valleys. The area is also famed for its great food, with an excellent variety of places offering some lovely dishes that are well worth sampling!

Merthyr Tydfil, known as the 'Iron Capital of the World', documents its past at the Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery, set in 160 acres of parkland. The town is also home to Parry's Ironworks Cottage, depicting working class life in the 1840's, and Ynysfach Furnaces and Blast Engine House - as well as a whole host of other attractions, ensuring that there is something to please everyone!

The Big Pit Mining museum is guaranteed to interest even the most demanding of children and Caerphilly Castle is another great family attraction - set over a huge 30 acre site, its famous leaning tower and massive water defences most be seen to be believed! Also in Caerphilly you will find the annual 'Big Cheese' festival which takes place in the summer, attracting people from all over the place to the town.

For serious hiking fans - head for the hills above Bridgend and walk the Ridgeway Walk, or try the Sirhowy Valley walk leading you between Newport and Tredegar. A visit to one of the Valleys many country parks is also well worth it - try Bryngarw House and Country Park with its Oriental Garden and brilliant play area for the kids.