Here is a list of some of the weird and wonderful things going on in and around Blaenavon in October 2022. 5th – 16th October.The exhibition displays photos of local residents taken “on their doorsteps” during COVID lockdown. 22nd October.Check … Continued
WWII Defence of Blaenavon Weekend. The return of this very popular event at Blaenavon Ironworks on 6th & 7th August 11:00 am – 4.00 pm. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the 1940s with re-enactments, weapon and defence displays alongside … Continued
During the summer of 2022 visitors to Waterfall Country will be offered a free park and ride service between the town of Glynneath, the village of Pontneddfechan, and Gwaun Hepste Car Park, two of the main starting points for the walks in Waterfall Country. … Continued
We’ve put together a list of a few things going on in our local area throughout June.Hopefully, you will be able to go along and support these events. Trains In Miniature at Blaenavon’s Heritage Railway After 3 years away the model trains will again … Continued
We recently walked the Puck’s Valley Trail – Llwybr Cwm Pwca in Welsh.This trail has been off limits for some years due to the roadworks on the A465. The trail criss-crosses the A465 so some new bridges had to be … Continued
Oakfield B&B has been mentioned in the April issue of the Country Walking Magazine. The article was written to highlight the wonderful Iron Mountain Trail. As you can see from the image we were not the only local business and … Continued
British Orienteering has come to South Wales again this year and this weekend Oakfield B&B is full of orienteers. On Saturday 16/04/2022 the races will be in the Brynmawr area and on Easter Sunday the competitors will be running over … Continued
Trains, steam and/or diesel, will run every weekend until Sunday 2nd October. There will be additional services on bank and public holidays, together with Wednesdays during the summer holidays. The ever popular Halloween Ghost Trains and Steam Santa Specials will … Continued
Here are a few details for the most popular places to eat in Blaenavon. Please note that it is best to reserve a table to avoid disappointment, especially at weekends. Contact01495 79104431-33 Queen StreetBlaenavon, Torfaen, NP4 9PNbutterfliesblaenavon@gmail.com HoursMon – ClosedTues-Sat … Continued
