Page 40 - Brecon Beacons Welcome Guide 2024

Blaenavon Heritage Railway p59 runs through the
Blaenavon World Heritage site with steam and heritage
diesel services on weekends and bank holidays between
April - September, and a range of special events throughout
the year, including Halloween Ghost Trains and Steam
Santa Specials.
Blaenavon’s Industrial landscape was inscribed as a World
Heritage Site p43 by UNESCO in 2000 in recognition of
the important role it played in the Industrial Revolution.
Major sites such as Blaenavon Ironworks and Big Pit,
together with the wider landscape with its relics of mineral
exploitation, manufacturing, transport and settlements
together tell the story of the iron and coal industry that was
pre-eminent in south Wales in the 19th century.
Different walks have been designed to explore the former
ironworks site. Walkers will find graded packs and can
choose between gentle walks and treasure trails or more
energetic climbs.
Blaenavon World Heritage Site
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