Traditional Finnish Lodges in the stunning Sirhowy Valley!
THINGS TO SEE AND DO...
Castles in Wales
Visit some of Wales' Enchanting Castles
Wales is one of the worlds greatest countries for castles and we have some stunning examples on our doorstep at Safe Haven Lodges.
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Raglan Castle
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The unmistakable silhouette of Raglan crowning a ridge amid glorious countryside is the grandest castle ever built by Welshmen.
We can thank Sir William ap Thomas, the ‘blue knight of Gwent’, for the moated Great Tower of 1435 that still dominates this mighty fortress-palace. His son Sir William Herbert, Earl of Pembroke, created the gatehouse with its flared ‘machicolations’.
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Caerphilly Castle
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The largest castle in Wales, and the second-largest in Britain, Caerphilly Castle was locked within water defences when it was built by the English during the 13th century. The outside is the place, among an array of delights, to see four siege engines, and the inside has a hallowed, majestic feel.
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Visit Caerphilly Castle via CADW
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Castle Coch
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Castell Coch, or the ‘Red Castle’, rises up from the ancient beech woods of Fforest Fawr like a vision from a fairytale. Yet these great towers with their unmistakable conical roofs only hint at the splendour within.
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Places to eat
The Commercial Inn, Risca
The Commercial Inn, Risca
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The Home of Great Food, Great Beer & Great Service, All our food is made fresh and to order.
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Our Pub is set on the main street in the centre of Pontymister and we pride ourselves on our warm friendly atmosphere with a welcome for everyone.
Our experienced and helpful Bar Team, are always pleased to advise you on our full and extensive range of beers, wines and spirits and if you are not sure which one to choose just ask for a taster sample.
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We are CAMRA and Cask Marque accredited and we are in the Good Beer Guide for the nineteenth year. We have won many awards for the quality of our real ale, serving over 200 different beers each year! Please take a look at our current range of drinks on offer.
Our award winning pub has a reputation for quality food and service. Professional Chef and Manager Mark Thomas and his fabulous team source our food locally and our extensive menu is prepared to order onsite
Cefn Mably Farm Park
Cefn Mably Farm Park
Welcome to Cefn Mably Farm Park.
The fun began back in 1994 with a small field, limited facilities and a number of rescue animals that were in desperate need of a new home … Cefn Mably Farm Park was born!
From those modest beginnings, the park has grown, seeing in many changes over the years including two major redevelopments and has became well known as the go-to all weather family attraction with soft play, a wonderful cafe and a multi award winning farm shop ‘Moody Sow’.
Cwmcarn Forest Drive
Cwmcarn Forest Drive
Cwmcarn Forest Drive - Escape to nature!
Gear up or wind down, the choice is yours; choose from adrenaline fuelled mountain bike trails and water activities or enjoy a stroll around one of the many walking trails and grab a cuppa at the takeaway service in Raven’s Café.