Nantyglo a Blaenau

Community in Monmouthshire

Wales

Nantyglo a Blaenau

Entrance to Nantyglo
Entrance to Nantyglo Credit: Alan Hughes

Nantyglo and Blaenau is a community located in Monmouthshire, Wales. It is situated in the eastern part of the county, near the borders of both England and Blaenau Gwent. The community is made up of two villages, Nantyglo and Blaenau, which are located in the Ebbw Fach valley.

Nantyglo, which means "stream of coal" in Welsh, was historically known for its coal mining industry. It was one of the major coal-producing areas in South Wales during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The community played a significant role in the industrial revolution and the growth of the iron and steel industry in the region.

Today, Nantyglo and Blaenau have transitioned from an industrial area to a residential community. The former mining sites have been reclaimed and transformed into green spaces and recreational areas. The community offers a mix of housing options, from traditional terraced houses to modern developments.

There are several amenities and services available in Nantyglo and Blaenau, including shops, pubs, schools, and healthcare facilities. The area is well-connected, with easy access to major road networks, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities.

The community also boasts beautiful natural surroundings, with the picturesque Ebbw Fach valley providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. Additionally, the nearby Brecon Beacons National Park offers stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures for residents and visitors alike.

Overall, Nantyglo and Blaenau is a vibrant community that combines its rich industrial heritage with modern amenities and natural beauty.

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Nantyglo a Blaenau Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.775432/-3.163216 or Grid Reference SO1909. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance to Nantyglo
Entrance to Nantyglo
Pathway to St Peter’s Church
Pathway to St Peter’s Church
Station Road, Blaenau
Station Road, Blaenau
Stone wall boundary to St Peter’s Church
Stone wall boundary to St Peter’s Church
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the garage east side of the road. It marks a point 284.516m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the garage east side of the road. It marks a point 284.516m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on No11 Surgery Road. It marks a point 327.748m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on No11 Surgery Road. It marks a point 327.748m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on the old Public House on Queen Street. It marks a point 353.684m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on the old Public House on Queen Street. It marks a point 353.684m above mean sea level.
Nantyglo Wesley Methodist Church
Nantyglo Wesley Methodist Church
Roadworks in Nantyglo Maintenance work in progress outside the Wesleyan Methodist Church, Nantyglo.
Roadworks in Nantyglo
Maintenance work in progress outside the Wesleyan Methodist Church, Nantyglo.
West Monmouth Golf Course club house "The highest Golf Course in the UK".
West Monmouth Golf Course club house
"The highest Golf Course in the UK".
The A467 at Nantyglo from the Wesley Bridge
The A467 at Nantyglo from the Wesley Bridge
Footpath to the side of the A467 from the Wesley bridge
Footpath to the side of the A467 from the Wesley bridge
Nantyglo RFC
Nantyglo RFC
Nantyglo RFC
Nantyglo RFC
Roundhouse tower
Roundhouse tower
Nanyglo rugby club
Nanyglo rugby club
On The 16th Tee at West Mon Golf Club - Nantyglo in the distance Playing a golf course this exposed is really bracing!
On The 16th Tee at West Mon Golf Club - Nantyglo in the distance
Playing a golf course this exposed is really bracing!
Brynmawr in snow and fog
Brynmawr in snow and fog
Show me another place!

Nantyglo a Blaenau is located at Grid Ref: SO1909 (Lat: 51.775432, Lng: -3.163216)

Unitary Authority: Blaenau Gwent

Police Authority: Gwent

Also known as: Nantyglo and Blaina

What 3 Words

///cyber.blemishes.reddish. Near Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.775432,-3.163216
Place Of Worship
Bethel Chapel
Religion: christian
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Wikidata: Q99452665
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Place Of Worship
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
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Nantyglo and Blaina War Memorial
Historic: memorial
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Blackwood Engineering Blaina
Addr City: Blaina
Addr Postcode: NP13 3JW
Addr Unit: Unit 21
Email: sales@bweng.com
Man Made: works
Operator: Blackwood Engineering Ltd
Phone: +44 1495 325 500
Product: castings;counterweights
Website: https://www.blackwoodengineering.com
Lat/Long: 51.7732704/-3.1647058
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