Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden
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Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Merthyr Vale · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden is a memorial located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden is located in South Wales. It commemorates the victims of the 1966 Aberfan disaster, where a colliery spoil tip collapsed onto a school and houses. The garden serves as a place of reflection and remembrance for those affected by the tragedy.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6949, -3.3474
- District
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Parish
- Merthyr Vale
- Postcode
- CF48 4QS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- Nearest railway station
- Merthyr Vale — 1.1 km
Sources
- osm: way/1301330660 (ODbL)
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Guto Nyth Bran
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Mountain Ash War Memorial
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden?
- Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF48 4QS), in the parish of Merthyr Vale.
- What is Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden?
- Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden?
- The nearest railway station is Merthyr Vale, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF48 4QS.
- Is Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden free to visit?
- Yes, Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden is free to enter.
- How do I get to Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden?
- The nearest railway station is Merthyr Vale, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF48 4QS.