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Museums · South Wales

Afan Forest Mining museum

Afan Forest Mining museum — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.

Mining museum at Avan Argoyd Country Park - geograph.org.uk - 352248

Hywel Williams — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

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Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round

About

Afan Forest Mining museum is a museum 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

Afan Forest Mining Museum is located in South Wales. This museum focuses on the region's mining heritage, showcasing the history and impact of the coal mining industry. It offers insights into the daily lives of miners and the technological advancements of the era.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.6417, -3.7055

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Afan Forest Mining museum?
Afan Forest Mining museum is in South Wales, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 51.6417°, -3.7055°.