Blackwood Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A railway platform with a pedestrian bridge and a fence.
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A church with a tower and a graveyard.
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A highway with a roundabout, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a hilly landscape with buildings in the background.
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A cemetery with numerous headstones in a grassy field, surrounded by rolling hills and a cloudy sky.
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A gravel path leading to a stone gate with a stone wall on one side and a grassy field with large rocks on the other.
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Our guide on where to stay in Blackwood

Find the best Blackwood areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A rural landscape with a village, green fields, and a cemetery.
Photo by Robin Drayton
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Pontllanfraith

Though Pontllanfraith may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.

A suspension bridge, a statue of a person with a tool, and a field with red flowers.
Photo by Jonathan Billinger
Open Photo by Jonathan Billinger

Oakdale

While there might not be top attractions in Oakdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.

A snow-covered landscape with a tree in the foreground and a village in the background.
Photo by Robin Drayton
Open Photo by Robin Drayton

Pengam

When in Pengam, you can plan a visit to Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A field of purple heather with scattered trees in the background.
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Open Photo by Graham Horn

Argoed

Argoed might not have many top sights, but Bargoed Woodland Park and Cwmtillery Reservoir are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A Victorian-style house with green trim and a brick facade.
Photo by Robin Drayton
Open Photo by Robin Drayton

Penmaen

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Penmaen and surrounding area, you can visit Bargoed Woodland Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Maesycwmmer Blackwood Wales
The price is NZ$277 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
NZ$277
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Blackwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Bargoed Woodland ...
8.2/10 Very good! (523 reviews)
"Went for wedding anniversary upgrade our room for free staff were fab spa was fab too"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is NZ$312 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
NZ$312
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,434 reviews)
"Friendly staff always willing to make your stay more enjoyable"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$124 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$124
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
The Angel Hotel
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Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (87 reviews)
"Good location, smooth checkin and staff member I encountered on arrival was friendly. Comfy bed, plenty of pillows & towels. Enough plates / utensils etc for 2, needs a chopping board. Ground floor studio felt a little exposed as vehicle and pedestrian traffic going past window - which was frosted ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
"Very nice where we were"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
8.4/10 Very good! (158 reviews)
"Excellent value, and secure parking next door. The flat was clean, but the Lino in the hall had gaps, and there was chewing gum stuck to the floor of the lift."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Quay Apartments Clarence House
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Stay near popular Blackwood attractions

Markham Community House and Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Markham Community House and Leisure Centre during your stay in Blackwood.
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Activities

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

NZ$103
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

NZ$183
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

NZ$135
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$37
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

NZ$187
per adult
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

NZ$46
per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour
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Cities near Blackwood

A street lined with historic buildings, flags, and street lamps.

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