Blackwood is a small market town on the banks of the River Sirhowy, positioned in the Welsh Valleys in southern Wales, home to over fifteen thousand people. From it's humble beginnings of a cluster of cottages, and rambling farms it expanded with the help of the Colliery Master John Hodder Moggridge, whose innovative approach led to him building rows of houses, and cottages with a vision of a model village in the 19th Century. Today the town is a buzzing and thriving shopping destination with the added appeal of being surrounded by beautiful countryside that pleases the soul. With it's interesting mixture of buildings, wide High street where trams rattled through in times past, to the engineering wonder of the Chartist Bridge which graces the skyline, built in 2005 spans the River Sirhowy linking the town of Oakdale to Blackwood. At the entrance to the bridge the poignant figure stands commemorating the Chartist Movement which gathered in Blackwood in 1839 and marched en mass to Newport in their battle of The People's Charter, which demanded better living and working conditions, although many of the members were eventually transported to Tasmania for the part they played. Blackwood with it's intriguing past in Welsh history will satisfy today's explorer seeking something different.
Caravan Park
Care Home
Dentist
Bryntirion Dental Surgery
Community Dental Clinic
MJ & CL Laffan
Doctor
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
Inn Castle
Monkey Tree
New Foresters
Rock Inn
Sir Howey
Smiths Arms
Toby Jug Inn
Restaurant
Birmingham Balti
Everest Tandoori
Inn Castle
Rock Inn
Smiths Arms
School
Blackwood Comprehensive School
Blackwood Junior School
Blackwood Primary School
Patchelll Davies Solicitors
Pengam Primary School
Solicitor
Taxi
Classic Cars
Top Class Taxis
Valley Cars
Shops
Blackwood Garden Centre Ltd
Pets At Home
Activities
Welsh Air Sports(Airsports)
South Wales 2000 Shooting Ground(Shooting)
Places to Stay near Blackwood
Llechwen Hall Hotel (2.80 miles)
Step back in time to an age of elegance and charm complete with every modern convenience and picture-perfect views across the Welsh countryside. Set in 6 acres of grounds overlooking the valleys, this country house hotel ... More | visit website
The Countryman Inn (2.98 miles)
A warm welcome awaits you at the Countryman, situated within Tri-Nant fishery and set in 45 acres of quiet secluded, spectacular countryside.
The Countryman offers you standard or luxury 4 star ... More
Scotts Hotel (3.70 miles)
Premier Inn Llantrisant (4.55 miles)
Ideally located within easy reach of the M4, this hotel is 2 miles from Pontyclun train station and 15 miles from Cardiff International Airport. Our Llantrisant Premier Inn has everything you'd expect, incredibly comfy beds in ... More | visit websiteTravelodge Caerphilly (4.57 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
The Stables at Brook House (4.74 miles)
Mountain View (4.95 miles)
Click here to book this cottage with Hoseasons
Perfectly positioned for visiting Cardiff, and commanding panoramic views of the famous Rhondda Valley, this spacious property offers an ideal base for enjoying all the outdoor pursuits ... More
Premier Inn Caerphilly Corbetts Lane (5.07 miles)
Premier Inn Caerphilly Crossways (5.68 miles)
Miskin Manor Country House (6.33 miles)
Miskin Manor Country Hotel is a grade II listed building and situated in 22 acres of landscaped gardens.All 43 bedrooms are individually furnished and the majority of rooms have fabulous ... More
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