Llancaiach Fawr Manor
Nelson, Treharris, Caerphilly County, CF46 6ER
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Picnic area
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Shop
The Manor House
Llancaiach Fawr Manor is a grade 1 listed building which was constructed in the mid 16th century. Following works in 2014-2015 to the Manor we have improved accessibility for visitors with disabilities. The vast majority of the Manor can now be accessed by visitors with mobility difficulties and all but the attics and 2 rooms on the first floor can be accessed by visitors who use a wheelchair.
Llancaiach Fawr Manor House is a Grade 1 listed, award-winning living history museum set in the Civil War years.
Using high-quality historical building restoration techniques and authentic period decoration and furnishings, Llancaiach Fawr endeavours to make the past seem like the present. The house has been restored to the appearance it had in 1645, during the time of it’s ownership by the Prichard family, aspiring minor gentry who came to prominence during the later half of the Civil War. Historic interpreters role-play the servants of the household in 1645, and greet daytime visitors in character.
We also have re-created period gardens, an award-winning restaurant, themed shop and new interactive exhibition, picnic area with nearby children’s play area, and wedding and event facilities.
Please note: The information on the Historic Houses website is advisory, but please always check the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling.
Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 5pm from January to Christmas (CLOSED from the 24th December to 4th Jan- open through the winer season otherwise)
CLOSED MONDAYS (including Bank Holidays).
Last admission to the house is 1 hour before closing. Please allow at least 1½ hours to see the house and additional time to view the gardens and exhibition.
Adult: £8.50
Concessions: £6.95 (child, senior citizen 60+ and students with a NUS card)
Family: £25.00 (2 adults + 3 children)
Children under 5 – free
Personal assistants required to enable a visitor with disabilities to access the manor – free
Enjoy a range of group visit experiences at Llancaiach Fawr Manor. Take a look at our website for group visit options. We can tailor group visits to your needs based upon travel times, the time available within your itinerary and your group size.
Please note that groups of 6 or more must book in advance of visiting. Discounts are available for groups larger than 25 in number. Groups who would like to visit in the mornings during term time should check availability as we may have a school group onsite.
Award winning learning experiences for schools, colleges and adult leisure learners. Any visit to Llancaiach Fawr Manor is entertaining but it is also a learning experience – for all ages.
We are proud holders of the Sandford Award for Excellence in Heritage Education in recognition of our work with schools across the country.
For schools and colleges we offer a range of formal education and learning opportunities at all Key Stages as well as specialist vocational modules including Welsh Bacc and Leisure, Tourism and Business Studies.
Student teacher visits and INSET days are also available.
The Manor House
Llancaiach Fawr Manor is a grade 1 listed building which was constructed in the mid 16th century. Following works in 2014-2015 to the Manor we have improved accessibility for visitors with disabilities. The vast majority of the Manor can now be accessed by visitors with mobility difficulties and all but the attics and 2 rooms on the first floor can be accessed by visitors who use a wheelchair.
Getting here
Nelson, Treharris, Caerphilly County, CF46 6ER
By Road-
Llancaiach Fawr Manor
Gelligaer Road
Nelson
Treharris
CF46 6ER
Llancaiach Fawr Manor is on the B4254 road between Nelson and Gelligaer (about 2 ½ miles from the A470).
From M4 motorway leave at junction 32 and follow the A470 towards Merthyr Tydfil. After approximately 12 miles turn right at the roundabout signposted A472 Ystrad Mynach and follow the brown historic building signs through Nelson village.
From A465 Heads of the Valley road turn onto the A470 towards Cardiff, follow this road past Merthyr Tydfil and turn left at the roundabout signposted A472 Ystrad Mynach. Follow the brown historic building signs through Nelson village.
By Public Transport-
Bus travel – there are 2 routes serving Llancaiach Fawr and both stop at the bus shelters outside the main entrance.
Route X38 (Pontypridd – Nelson – Llancaiach – Bargoed)
Mondays to Saturdays, hourly.
Connections available with route X4 to/from Cardiff
Operated by Glamorgan Bus.
Route C16 (Caerphilly – Ystrad Mynach – Llancaiach – Nelson)
Mondays to Saturdays, hourly
Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays, 2 hours
For more information please contact Traveline Cymru or phone 0871 2002233.
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