Visit Merthyr Tydfil

Description

Built in 1825, this grand mansion, set in 160 acres of parkland, has been called 'the most impressive monument of the industrial Iron Age in Southern Wales.' It now houses a superb museum and art gallery, providing a fascinating glimpse into 3000 years of history.

At the Castle you can admire the extensive fine and decorative art collections, including Swansea, Nantgarw and Wedgwood porcelain. Stroll through the atmospheric social and industrial history galleries, which chart the rise of this once great iron making town; learn about Richard Trevithick's Penydarren Locomotive of 1804, the first locomotive to pull a load along rails; discover the roots of the Labour movement, from the Merthyr Rising of 1831, and the martyrdom of Dic Penderyn, to the first Labour MP - Keir Hardie; see our 'museum of a museum' including curiosities from around the world - ancient Egyptian grave goods, Greek and Roman artifacts, and Far Eastern decorative arts.

Enjoy the elegant surroundings of this interesting museum and once family home, set in beautiful parkland, on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Opening Times

1st April - 30th September
Open daily from 10am - 5:30pm

1st October - 31st March
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Group Bookings

To get the most out of your visit, experience suggests the following:

It is suggested that all groups visiting the museum book in advance to get the most out of their visit.

Catering

Catering is available within the newly refurbished Cyfarthfa Castle Tearooms, we recommend that you pre-book your catering.

Disabled Access/Facilities

Our Museum Assistants at Cyfarthfa Castle will be happy to open the disabled access for your group, and will draw your attention to the chair lift and disabled toilets.

Parking

Free coach parking is available. Directions are provided on receipt of your booking.

Charges

Admission during normal opening hours is free of charge.

Guided tours (for groups of less than 25) or seated illustrated talks (for groups of 25 plus) are available although a fee is charged. Please contact us for details.

Evening visits can also be arranged, but a fee to cover staffing, lighting etc. is charged (please contact us for details).

Participation in 'special events' may also be charged.

How to make a booking

Please contact the Museum by telephone/fax (01685 723112) to make your booking. Confirmation will then be sent to you. Alternatively send us an email to museum@merthyr.gov.uk.

Access

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Parking

There is ample parking at Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery for Cars and Coaches.

Proximity To Public transport

Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery is within close proximity to Merthyr Tydfil Bus Station and Train Station.