Glamorgan Museums

Cefn Coed was once the deepest anthracite coal mine in the world. The mine is now a fascinating museum of industrial heritage, with the largest collection of steam boilers in Britain, and the largest working winding engine in Wales among the attractions.
Neath Road, Crynant, Neath, Gower, Glamorgan, Wales, SA10 8SN

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Heritage Highlight: Once the deepest anthracite mine in the world

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Cosmeston recreates the fascinating world of Medieval life. The village, which is built around an authentic 12th century fortified manor, has been made to emulate life in the year 1350. Actors in period costumes tell the tale of daily life long ago, and self-guided audio tours are also available.
Penarth, Glamorgan, Wales

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Museum: Voted Best Family Attraction in Wales, Llancaiach Fawr shows what life was like at the time of the English Civil War (1645). Visitors can dress in period costumes and try out authentic crafts. There is an ongoing program of events aimed at making this troubled time "come alive" for visitors.
Nelson, Treharris, Glamorgan, Wales, CF46 6ER

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A superb collection of sculptured stones dating from the post-Roman period. There are 28 stones at Margam, including a 6th-century stone inscribed with both Latin and Irish Ogham script. Among the Margam Stones are several cart-wheel crosses dating from the 10th and 11th centuries, including the most famous of the stones at Margam, the beautifully carved Conbelin Cross, a disc-headed cross with intricately carved decoration in Celtic style.

Margam, Gower, Glamorgan, Wales, SA13 2TA

Attraction Type: Museum - Carved Stone
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Heritage Highlight: 10th century Conbelin Cross is a wonderfully carved memorial in Celtic style

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This world-famous museum holds important galleries of Welsh and European fine art, ceramics, and sculpture. One highlight is the "Evolution of Wales" gallery, which shows how the geology of Wales developed, and the "Natural History of Wales" exhibition. The museum holds a notable collection of French Impressionist art.
Cathays Park, Cardiff, Glamorgan, Wales, CF10 3NP

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The Porthcawl Museum traces the history of Porthcawl and area and features a changing exhibition of local art as well as mementoes of WWII, old photographs, and Victoriana.
John Street, Porthcawl, Gower, Glamorgan, Wales, CF36 3DT

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This award-winning museum details the harsh life of a South Wales miner. See recreations of underground mines and a miner's cottage, plus mining gear, and historic photos.
Afan Forest Park, Cynonville, Port Talbot, Gower, Glamorgan, Wales, SA13 3HG

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Museum: An open air museum set in 100 acres of parkland, boasting a wide variety of authentic folk buildings, including farmhouses, cottages, a Celtic village, and a Tudor manor house. There are displays of traditional crafts and galleries focusing on agriculture and costumes. There are also special seasonal events in May, mid-Summer, Harvest, and Christmas. There are formal gardens with colourful borders, a knot-garden, and water features.
Museum of Welsh Life, St Fagans, Cardiff, Glamorgan, Wales, CF5 6XB

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Techniquest is a science discovery centre exploding with hands-on exhibits demonstrating scientific principles. Explore a Planetarium, Science Laboratory, and a hi-tech Theatre. The museum hosts an ongoing program of special events and exhibits.
Stuart Street, Cardiff, Glamorgan, Wales, CF10 5BW

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Turner House Gallery is now operated by Ffotogallery, who specialise in the presentation and interpretation of photography in Wales. The gallery is an important venue for the exploration and enjoyment of the photographic arts.
Plymouth Road, Penarth, Glamorgan, Wales, CF64 3DH

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