No matter what you are interested in, Merthyr Tydfil has something to suit everyone. Lose yourself in our history or maybe find out what part your ancestors played. Why not leaf through the census returns, or copies of our parish registers and much much more at one of our libraries.
You can also find out what's on offer throughout the region by visiting one of our partner websites at Visit Southern Wales and The Valleys.
Visit Southern Wales
With a rich history and culture to be explored, Southern Wales is one of the best places to start your voyage of discovery. Discover South Wales Southern Wales has a lot to offer whether you ar...
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Valleys Regional Park
We are VRP — passionate about wellbeing, environment and community in the South Wales Valleys.
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Wales Outdoors and Wales Guided Tours
Welcome to Wales Outdoors and Wales Guided Tours, the home of the Brecon Beacons Waterfall Walk and Guided Hikes in Wales as well as sightseeing tours to Castles, Museums, Experiences and of cour...
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Family History
During the 19th century people flocked to the relative riches of Merthyr Tydfil. The growth of the area was phenomenal, from around 40 in 1760 to over 50,000 in 1860, and being the nursery of the...
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Church Tourism
It has been said that in Bygone days Merthyr Tydfil resembled a wild, frontier town. Yet, even at its most turbulent, Merthyr had a strong vein of religious tradition – from early Christians, includin...
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The Valleys - Heart & Soul of Wales
The Valleys are filled with stunning views, a landscape that is great for walking, biking and many other adventures. Our history creates fascinating stories to explore whilst you are always promised a...
Learn More
Visit Southern Wales
With a rich history and culture to be explored, Southern Wales is one of the best places to start your voyage of discovery. Discover South Wales Southern Wales has a lot to offer whether you ar...
Learn More
Valleys Regional Park
We are VRP — passionate about wellbeing, environment and community in the South Wales Valleys.
Learn More
Wales Outdoors and Wales Guided Tours
Welcome to Wales Outdoors and Wales Guided Tours, the home of the Brecon Beacons Waterfall Walk and Guided Hikes in Wales as well as sightseeing tours to Castles, Museums, Experiences and of cour...
Learn More
Family History
During the 19th century people flocked to the relative riches of Merthyr Tydfil. The growth of the area was phenomenal, from around 40 in 1760 to over 50,000 in 1860, and being the nursery of the...
Learn More
Church Tourism
It has been said that in Bygone days Merthyr Tydfil resembled a wild, frontier town. Yet, even at its most turbulent, Merthyr had a strong vein of religious tradition – from early Christians, includin...
Learn More
The Valleys - Heart & Soul of Wales
The Valleys are filled with stunning views, a landscape that is great for walking, biking and many other adventures. Our history creates fascinating stories to explore whilst you are always promised a...
Learn More