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The monastic ruins of Tintern Abbey are nestled in the heart of the Wye Valley area of outstanding natural beauty and can boast 900 years of history in their walls. This was the first Cistercian abbey built in Wales and only the second in Britain, and despite now being exposed to the elements, it remains one of the most stunning surviving examples of gothic architecture in the country.

Caerphilly Castle is a huge medieval castle in the South Wales, located in Caerphilly, seven and a half miles north of Cardiff. The castle stands out from other Welsh castles thanks to two distinct factors. The first of these is its sheer size; it is the second largest castle in the UK after Windsor Castle, occupying 30 acres.

Tredegar House is a grand country mansion from the 17th century Restoration period, noted as one of the most architecturally significant country houses of its time. Set within 90 acres of landscaped gardens, this National Trust property has plenty of charm and beauty to offer those looking for a relaxing day out.

Caldicot Castle is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and golf courses in this quaint area.

Venture below the surface of the earth to tour an old coal mine and to learn about the history of mining in Wales.

Explore the great outdoors at Bedwellty House and Park, a lovely green space in Tredegar. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.