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
Open Photo by Robin Drayton

Pontllanfraith

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

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

Argoed

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

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 Pan-Y-fan Country Park and Bargoed Woodland Park.

Cefn Fforest

While Cefn Fforest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bargoed Woodland Park and Newbridge Leisure Centre.

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 Pan-Y-fan Country Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa

Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Maesycwmmer Blackwood Wales
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$277 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$277
31 July - 1 Aug
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 Newbridge Leisure ...
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
Maes Manor Hotel

Maes Manor Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Maes Rudded Lane Blackwood Wales
The price is NZ$173 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$173
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Blackwood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bargoed Woodland Park and Markham ...
7/10 Good! (219 reviews)
"The staff were absolutely amazing, especially the gentleman that did the night shift. Thank you"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Maes Manor Hotel
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$107 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$107
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,316 reviews)
"We arrived and were booked in promptly. Room was lovely and clean. There was a window slightly open which was welcome and a fan that worked as well.. A little concerned at first as we could see work being carried out on the road just below our bedroom window but thankfully they didn’t do any so it ..."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

The Angel Hotel
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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! (324 reviews)
"Unfortunately, the parking did present a problem having a large car. However reception were great and allowed us to park in an easier space. The room was smaller than expected. The window did not lock shut so had to be left open. The room could have done with a better clean as there were old crisps ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
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 Utilita Arena Cardiff are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (76 reviews)
"Nothing wrong with the apartment/building but it was too hot- even when the outside was cool. 20/21 degrees outside and the room temperature was 29 degrees, even with window open/cool breeze and 2 fans on. Other guests had same experience as well. Shame as everything else was great"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
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 Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (155 reviews)
"Booked for 3 people and only had 1 King sized bed and you can open windows and the air on unit was only in the living room which made the bedroom unbearable hot. Wouldn’t stay here again"

Reviewed on 11 July 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$105
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

NZ$200
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

NZ$138
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: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

NZ$47
per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

NZ$199
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
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Cities near Blackwood

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