If you have 7 days to spend in Blaenau Gwent, here are some suggestions for places to visit and things to do:
Visit the Big Pit National Coal Museum and learn about the history of coal mining in Wales. Allow at least 2-3 hours for your visit.
Spend the day exploring the Brecon Beacons National Park. Take a hike, enjoy a picnic, or go horseback riding. Set aside the whole day for this activity.
Check out the Blaenavon Ironworks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that provides insights into the birth of the Industrial Revolution. Allow at least 2-3 hours for your visit.
Take a scenic drive to visit the Abergavenny Castle and Museum. Explore the castle's history and enjoy the beautiful views. Allow a couple of hours for your visit.
Visit the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal and take a scenic boat ride or rent a bike and cycle along the towpath. Set aside the whole day for this activity.
Explore the Blaenau Gwent Heritage Trail, which showcases the area's industrial heritage and includes stops at various historical sites. Allow 2-3 hours for your visit.
Spend a relaxing day at Bedwellty Park, where you can enjoy beautiful gardens, a lake, and various leisure activities. Allow a few hours for your visit.
For places to stay, consider the Premier Inn Ebbw Vale, the Bluebell Hotel in Pontypool, or the Welsh Cosy Retreat in Blaina.