Skewen

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The ruins of the cistercian Neath Abbey, alongside a section of the Tennant Canal, in the Neath valley. On the right of the ruins is a ruined 17th century mansion built within the abbey ruins. The site was heavily industrialised in the 19th C, excavated in the 1920s, is now in the care of Cadw.
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Skewen railway station from the west. Viewed from platform 1 looking towards Station Road bridge. This is an unstaffed station on the Swanline between Neath station and Llansamlet station.
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Neath Abbey Swing Bridge The Rhondda and Swansea Bay Railway Company opened its line in 1885, but could extend the line into Swansea until this swing bridge was completed in 1894. I am grateful to the owner of Derwent Construction and his plant operator Martin for their assistance in getting this image. This is one of over 1,450 movable bridges in the British Isles that I have identified for my historical website. www.movablebridges.org.uk
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales
The price is CA $104 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $104
CA $124 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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Great sized room. Friendly staff in Reception and in the bar.

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Village Hotel Swansea

Village Hotel Swansea

4 out of 5
Langdon Road Swansea Wales
The price is CA $104 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
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CA $124 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
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From the outset the reception was chaotic with lots of noisey people. I had to queue for self check-in. I queried why there was a £5 car parking charge when this hadn't been pointed out prior to my booking. I asked why this was and he said because I booked with Expedia. So be careful. The hotel was ...

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Village Hotel Swansea
The Grand Hotel Swansea

The Grand Hotel Swansea

3 out of 5
Ivey Place High Street Swansea Wales
The price is CA $113 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $113
CA $136 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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Stay at this hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (936 reviews)
Great location. Staff brilliant. Breakfast wonderful.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
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"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

Aberdare WLS
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10/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Really accommodating hosts. They did everything to make sure our stay was trouble-free. The garden is very private and the hot tub was great. Comfortable home in a good location, with supermarkets in walking distance.

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Beautiful Historic Grade II Listed Georgian Town House

Beautiful Historic Grade II Listed Georgian Town House

Llandeilo Wales
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Popular places to visit

Henrhyd Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Henrhyd Waterfall during your travels in Coelbren.

Henrhyd Waterfall

Melincourt Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Melincourt Waterfall during your travels in Clyne and Melincourt.

Melincourt Waterfall

Neath Abbey Ruins

You can find out about the history of Dyffryn Clydach with a trip to Neath Abbey Ruins. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Neath Abbey Ruins

Aberdulais Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aberdulais Falls during your travels in Aberdulais. Amble around this quaint area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Aberdulais Falls

Gwyn Hall

Get tickets for a show at Gwyn Hall, a theater with a story to tell in Neath. Stroll along the marina in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Gwyn Hall

Sgwd Gwladys Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sgwd Gwladys Waterfall during your travels in Ystradfellte.

Sgwd Gwladys Waterfall

Things to do

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

CA $163
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

CA $163
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Self-drive Stargazing in Wales Road Trip Online Travel Guide

Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

CA $18
per traveller
Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea

CA $18
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Swansea

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Swansea

CA $17
per adult
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Swansea
9 Hour Tour from Cardiff to Mumbles Three Cliffs Worms Head Gower

From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head

CA $407
per adult
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
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Swansea showing a sunset, sailing and general coastal views

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Neath showing a ruin, a park and heritage elements

Neath

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