Museums · South Wales
The Block of Coal
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The Block of Coal — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Ebbw Vale Town · 3.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Block of Coal 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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Official information
The Block of Coal is a significant historical site in Tredegar, once the home of the Tredegar Medical Aid Society. It played a crucial role in shaping the National Health Service, showcasing the town's contribution to modern healthcare.
Place summary
The Block of Coal is a museum located in South Wales. It focuses on the region's coal mining heritage, showcasing the historical significance of the industry in the area. The museum provides insights into the lives of miners and the impact of coal mining on local communities.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.7689, -3.2453
- District
- Blaenau Gwent
- Parish
- Tredegar
- Postcode
- NP22 3XN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney
- Nearest railway station
- Ebbw Vale Town — 3.1 km
- Official site
- tredegarmasheritagecentre.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/1008159817 (ODbL)
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Great Exhibition Lump of Coal at Bedwellty Park
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Tredegar Medical Aid Society Heritage Centre
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Sirhowy
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Briery Hill
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Block of Coal?
- The Block of Coal is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP22 3XN), in the parish of Tredegar.
- What is The Block of Coal?
- The Block of Coal — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Block of Coal?
- The nearest railway station is Ebbw Vale Town, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP22 3XN.
- How do I get to The Block of Coal?
- The nearest railway station is Ebbw Vale Town, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP22 3XN.