6 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Merthyr Tydfil / Merthyr Tudful (Updated 2025)
Ahoy there money-savvy adventurers.
If you're looking to for a fun and free day out, then check out these things to do with the kids in Merthyr Tydfil / Merthyr Tudful. Whether it's adventuring at Morlais Castle, or checking out the giant 'plughole' at Pontsicill Reservoir, there's options here to suit all ages.
I've tried to make sure that all the details on here are up to date, but please do double check on the websites I've linked to before you travel in case anything has changed. Especially important: double check parking costs to avoid any nasty surprises on a day out that was supposed to be cheap, and obviously, be careful if you're visiting places with kids, especially where the terrain is dangerous (ruins, cliffs, beaches, slippy paths etc).
Happy adventuring!
Lucy
The southern gateway to the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. There are walking trails, a playground, cycle skills park, a sculpture walk.
160 acres of parkland including woodland walks, playground, sensory garden, and splash pad. It costs £3.50 for over 16s to enter the museum, under 16s are free. You can also check out Joseph Parry's cottage, have a look on the website for open days, and activity days.
Walk around the reservoir, and have a peek at the bell-mouth overflow, which looks like a giant plughole.
The 3rd largest viaduct in Wales, it's now part of the Taff trail, giving walkers and cyclists amazing views of the Taf Fawr. Follow the link for a walk taking you over, and under it.
Originally built in 1270, the ruins are a little on the scarce side, but the crypts are interesting, and it's a fun place to explore with great views. Park in the golf course car park as per these reviews.
140 hectares of woodland, lake, set on the former site of 3 collieries, perfect for a beautiful walk or bike ride. Check the facebook page for whats on.
Feeling a Little Frazzled?
Here's a few things I've made that'll hopefully make your life a little bit easier, a little bit more fulfilled, or simply a little bit more fun. Check out these bits along with loads of other parenting aids on the link below.
Make your little mermaid's party perfect with these personalised printables including invites, signs, bunting, crafts and games.
You know what the kids need? An epic activity pack! And it should be filled with easy activity ideas, and stickers, and personalised!
We need your consent to load the translations
We use a third-party service to translate the website content that may collect data about your activity. Please review the details in the privacy policy and accept the service to view the translations.