6 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Merthyr Tydfil (Merthyr Tudful)
I'm still adding to this list, so keep checking back, please get in touch if you've got any hidden gems to recommend, or if you have a picture to replace any that I'm missing (ie the places that have words). As a thank you, I'll send a 20% money off voucher to spend in the shop for anything that gets used.
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. Although I'd love to be able to travel to every place on here, time and practicalities dictate that I've sourced a lot of information from 3rd parties so some information might be incorrect (Please let me know if you spot anything that is so that I can amend it).
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!
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 £2.30 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.
You know what the kids would love to be filling in as you're exploring new places? An epic activity pack! And it should be filled with easy activity ideas, and stickers, and personalised!
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