Blaenavon Ironworks North St, Blaenavon NP4 9RN

Blaenavon Ironworks

774 Reviews
  • Friday10 AM–4 PM
  • Saturday10 AM–4 PM
  • Sunday10 AM–4 PM
  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayClosed
  • WednesdayClosed
  • ThursdayClosed
Blaenavon Ironworks North St, Blaenavon NP4 9RN

About the Business

Blaenavon Ironworks | Cadw | Giant of the industrial age still stands tall on the shoulders of its workersBlaenavon changed the world. These hills on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) were rich with coal, limestone and iron ore — the fuel of the Industrial Revolution.From here Wales heaved and belched and blasted itself onto the global stage. Welsh iron fashioned trailblazing engines, tools and machines. It built bridges, ships and railway lines. In short it made the modern world.

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Hours

  • Friday10 AM–4 PM
  • Saturday10 AM–4 PM
  • Sunday10 AM–4 PM
  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayClosed
  • WednesdayClosed
  • ThursdayClosed

Features

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Good for kids

Recommended Reviews

Jordan Stock
06.03.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
Great historical museum dedicated to the history of Blaenavon. I would suggest they add information in the beginning about the process of iron making since I had to look it up afterwards. Informational signs are placed around the property but don't give a full picture of what happened here. Great info about daily life and the structures still in place, however. The World Heritage center also has informative displays.
High Miler
05.03.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
We loved visiting here, its a great experience.A lot to learn about the history and how it all worked. The old workers cottages are really good to get to see how the people lived in different times.Great view from the viewing area at the top, its very high up so not for people scared of heights.Theres free parking across the road.
Bill Dear
15.02.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
Loads of exhibits and history to see and view, workers cottages set out as they would have been when ironworks running. Also cottages set up from 1930's, '40's etc. Difficult to access with wheelchair as slope up to cottages is pretty steep, I wouldn't attempt it in inclement weather.
sreejith venugopal
14.02.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
Went on a break en route to Cardiff. Short detour. Drive is beautiful. Takes us to mountain summit. Take a break if you have time. Parking is across the road. Friendly staff. Had a special Halloween event when we went. Cadw members have discounted entry. Mostly outdoor. Not recommended if weather is bad
Kaushick Lahiri
09.02.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
This historical place has got a real heritage value with fine sttling within nature. The small AV presentation was really nice and takes you back to the old times. One should not miss this place if you are in South Wales.
Corinne Dyer
03.02.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
Thoroughly interesting historical location to visit. Absolutely friendly welcome at ticket office and highly informative knowledgeable guide onsite. Lots to see and read. The little houses through time were fantastic too. Information posts in either Welsh or English. Well worth a visit
tünde kalocsai (elf11)
24.01.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
Great place to learn how the ironworkers lived 200 years ago. The exhibition sites are very informative, the view from the top of the balance tower is breathtaking. Even though it was raining when we visited Blaenavon I honestly enjoyed the tour.
Rich Urban-Marks
19.01.2024
Blaenavon Ironworks
A very interesting look at one of the biggest parts of Welsh history. There are plenty of things to see and great interaction. Nestled in the rolling hills, the view from the top is stunning.
T Sultis
31.12.2023
Blaenavon Ironworks
Excellent piece of Welsh industrial history exhibition. Remains of iron smelting kilns and its collateral buildings including workers' houses from early 19th century. It is very educational, there are few audio posts all around the site. I really enjoyed my visit. Friendly staff too.
David Hind
24.12.2023
Blaenavon Ironworks
what a wonderful visit we had today, we absolutely loved it , the guide was fantastic ,very knowledgeable and informative in fact we believe he made the visit extra special and was very attentive when we asked questions and answered without hesitation, he truly is an asset to the establishment such an amazing guy !!The whole experience was one of enjoyment pleasure and a lot of thinking of those days gone by and the work and lifestyle they must of endured in fact the whole day and thoughts are still running through our minds long after we have left so I will say it certainly had a massive impact on us today and made us realise how lucky we are to live in this world today rather in those days .An amazing experience and a must see for anyone visiting the area absolutely well worth the visit!Thank you all for making it special today .

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North St, Blaenavon NP4 9RN
Blaenavon Ironworks