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The Great Britain Guide

Literary houses Β· South Wales

Ynyscrug Castle

In or near Treorchy.

β™Ώ Wheelchair accessible

Ynyscrug Castle β€” a literary house museum in wales south.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark - geograph.org.uk - 7690062

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Tonypandy Β· 0.6 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Ynyscrug Castle is a literary house museum located in wales south. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. castle in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, UK

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Place summary

Ynyscrug Castle is a literary house located in South Wales. It is known for its historical significance and connection to notable literary figures. Visitors can explore the architecture and grounds, which reflect the cultural heritage of the region. The site often hosts events and exhibitions related to literature and the arts.

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Coordinates
51.6247, -3.4537
Parish
Tonypandy
Postcode
CF40 2NJ
Parliamentary constituency
Rhondda and Ogmore
Nearest railway station
Tonypandy β€” 0.6 km

Sources

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Hippodrome

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Chapels Β· South Wales

Ebenezer Welsh Congregational Chapel

Ebenezer Welsh Congregational Chapel β€” Congregational chapel in Tonypandy.

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Chapels Β· South Wales

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Theatres Β· South Wales

Picturedrome Cinema

Picturedrome Cinema in Wales South, United Kingdom.

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Villages Β· South Wales

Llwynypia

Llwynypia β€” a village in wales south.

Where to eat & stay near Ynyscrug Castle

Places to stay

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Campsites Β· South Wales

Our Welsh Cavaran & Camping

Our Welsh Cavaran & Camping β€” a campsite in wales south.

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Hotels Β· South Wales

Blueberry

Blueberry β€” a hotel in wales south.

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Hotels Β· South Wales

Braichycymer Hotel

Braichycymer Hotel β€” a hotel in wales south.

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Hotels Β· South Wales

The Hendrewen Hotel

The Hendrewen Hotel β€” a hotel in wales south.

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Hostels Β· South Wales

Dare Valley Country Park Accommodation

Dare Valley Country Park Accommodation β€” a hostel in wales south.

β†— darevalley.com
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Caravan parks Β· South Wales

Dynea Caravan Site

Dynea Caravan Site β€” a caravan park in wales south.

Places to eat & drink

The Old Mill

Restaurants Β· South Wales

The Old Mill

The Old Mill β€” a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: american. Brand: Harvester.

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Restaurants Β· South Wales

Upper Boat Inn

Upper Boat Inn β€” a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: pizza. Brand: Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery.

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Restaurants Β· South Wales

Caesars Arms

Caesars Arms β€” a restaurant in wales south.

β†— caesarsarms.com
Toby Carvery

Restaurants Β· South Wales

Toby Carvery

Toby Carvery β€” a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Toby Carvery.

Free↗ tobycarvery.co.uk
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Restaurants Β· South Wales

The Golden Mile

The Golden Mile β€” a restaurant in wales south.

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13 Market St.

13 Market St. β€” a restaurant in wales south.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ynyscrug Castle?
Ynyscrug Castle is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF40 2NJ), in the parish of Tonypandy.
What is Ynyscrug Castle?
Ynyscrug Castle β€” a literary house museum in wales south.
How do I get to Ynyscrug Castle?
The nearest railway station is Tonypandy, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF40 2NJ.
How do I get to Ynyscrug Castle?
The nearest railway station is Tonypandy, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF40 2NJ.