Whether you're seeking peaceful countryside escapes, vibrant local culture, or coastal adventure, South Wales offers an irresistible blend of experiences—perfectly placed for guests of the Parkway Hotel. Nestled just outside Newport, the hotel sits within easy reach of the rolling hills of the Valleys, the sandy stretches of the Gower Peninsula, and the dramatic landscapes of the Brecon Beacons. Discover the history of Caerleon with its Roman amphitheatre and baths, wander the grand halls of Tredegar House, or explore Cardiff’s lively waterfront at Cardiff Bay, home to the world-class Wales Millennium Centre. For walkers and cyclists, the region offers picturesque routes along the Usk Valley and through ancient woodland, while lovers of heritage can enjoy the imposing castles of Raglan, Chepstow, and Caerphilly. Whether you’re here for relaxation, exploration, or a little of both, the Parkway Hotel places the best of South Wales right on your doorstep.
Places to go in and around Torfaen, South Wales
Out & about
Cwmbran Shopping
Distance from hotel: 1.4 miles
If you are looking to ‘shop til you drop’ you have the local Cwmbran Shopping Centre. With free parking, along with a great mix of independent shops & the larger favourites such as Dunelm, The Range, JD and more, you’ll be spoilt for choice! With a cinema, coffee shops and restaurants, Cwmbran has it all!
Llantarnam Grange Arts Centre
Distance from hotel: 2.2 miles
For something more cultural, Llantarnam Grange Arts Centre is Cwmbran’s centre for Contemporary Art and Craft. Contemporary art and craft exhibitions throughout the year with workshops and art clubs that makes space for anyone to develop their work.
Greenmeadow Community Farm
Distance from hotel: 2.5 miles
Recently reopened after £3.7 million investment is Greenmeadow Community Farm, only 10 minutes from the hotel. An all-weather visitor destination home to more than 20 different species of native and rare breed animals with indoor and outdoor Adventure Play zones.
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal
Distance from hotel: 3.1 miles
the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is considered by many to be Britain’s most picturesque canal, and for much of its length it lies within the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Pontypool Park
Distance from hotel: 6.5 miles
Pontypool Park is a 150-acre park in Pontypool, Torfaen, Wales. The park was formerly the grounds of Pontypool House and was laid out in the closing years of the 17th century for John Hanbury, an ironmaster
Llandegfedd Reservoir
Distance from hotel: 6.8 miles
Llandegfedd Reservoir is a large 174 hectare water supply reservoir and is eight miles north of Newport in south Wales. The reservoir is very close to Pontypool, Cwmbran and Usk, with the boundary between Monmouthshire and Torfaen running through it along the former Sôr Brook.
Torfaen Museum
Distance from hotel: 7.1 miles
Torfaen Museum is a local history museum located in Pontypool, Torfaen, South Wales. It is managed by a trust. The museum is situated within the Georgian stable block that once formed part of residence of the Hanbury family – local ironmasters during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Blaenafon Ironworks
Distance from hotel: 12.1 miles
Blaenavon Ironworks is a former industrial site which is now a museum. The ironworks was of crucial importance in the development of the ability to use cheap, low quality, high sulphur iron ores worldwide.
Big Pit National Coal Mining Museum
Distance from hotel: 13.0 miles
A great day out for all the family, Big Pit National Coal Museum, a real coal mine and one of Britain's leading mining museums. Explore what life was like as a coal miner in industrial Wales & go down into the pit & experience yourself what life would have been like.
Cardiff at Night
Distance from hotel: 17.0 miles
For an evening out in Cardiff, take a stroll down Cardiff Bay. The bay showcases the Pierhead Building, famous Welsh Assembly building & oval basin. Also located is the Millennium Centre (also named the armadillo due to its shape), which plays host to plays, events & concerts.
The Royal Mint Experience
Distance from hotel: 25.0 miles
The Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant, Cardiff, is a great day out for all ages. Offering a behind-the-scenes look at coin making, history, and the Royal Mint's processes. With a guided factory tour where you can see coins being made and an interactive exhibition about the 1,100-year history of the Royal Mint.
South Wales
Area map provided courtesy of www.southernwales.com
