Castles · South Wales
Cwm Clais
In or near Ynysforgan.
Cwm Clais — a castle in wales south.
Gareth James — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Baglan · 2.0 km
About
Cwm Clais is a named castle in wales south, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Cwm Clais is a castle located in Cwmavon, South Wales, within the SA12 postcode area. It is notable for its historical significance, although specific details regarding its construction and architecture are not provided. The site contributes to the rich tapestry of Welsh heritage and offers insight into the region's past. Visitors can explore the surrounding area, which is characterised by its natural beauty and historical context.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6135, -3.7810
- District
- Neath Port Talbot
- Parish
- Cwmavon
- Postcode
- SA12 9HU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Aberafan Maesteg
- Nearest railway station
- Baglan — 2 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-6285869 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cwm Clais?
- Cwm Clais is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA12 9HU), in the parish of Cwmavon.
- What is Cwm Clais?
- Cwm Clais — a castle in wales south.
- How do I get to Cwm Clais?
- The nearest railway station is Baglan, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA12 9HU.
- Does Cwm Clais charge admission?
- Cwm Clais typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Cwm Clais?
- The nearest railway station is Baglan, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA12 9HU.