Llandarcy Travel Guide

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LV 72 was built in 1903 by John Crown & Sons of Sunderland for Trinity House. Her hull is made of iron and, during World War 2, she was involved in the D Day landings. She was sold out of service in 1973 to Steel Supply Co., Neath for scrapping. When sold she was the oldest vessel in the Trinity House fleet. She was later considered for conversion to a floating night club but the project did not go ahead. She is now on a mud berth on the River Neath in poor condition.
LV 72 was built in 1903 by John Crown & Sons of Sunderland for Trinity House. Her hull is made of iron and, during World War 2, she was involved in the D Day landings. She was sold out of service in 1973 to Steel Supply Co., Neath for scrapping. When sold she was the oldest vessel in the Trinity House fleet. She was later considered for conversion to a floating night club but the project did not go ahead. She is now on a mud berth on the River Neath in poor condition.
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
Photo by Stewart Marchant (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Holiday Inn Express Swansea - East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Swansea - East by IHG

3 out of 5
Neath Road, Llandarcy Neath Wales
The price is AU$122 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
AU$122
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Neath. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
Very friendly staff. Good eye contact, I felt looked after. Very good matress and bedding. Clean bathroom. Good sound insulation in the room.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Swansea - East by IHG
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$134 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$134
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (539 reviews)
Lovely place to stay

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
The Grand Hotel Swansea

The Grand Hotel Swansea

3 out of 5
Ivey Place High Street Swansea Wales
The price is AU$135 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$135
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (910 reviews)
Excellent value in a good location

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

The Grand Hotel Swansea
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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
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Perfect in every way.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
"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
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Aberdare Swimming Pool and Aberdare Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Great area for exploring south wales. The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. So lovely, cosy and clean . The hot tub and play park for the kids was an additional bonus. Beds were comfy and It had everything you need. The owners and House keeping lady were really helpful when we had any ...

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

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

Nik The Greek

4 out of 5
9-13 Stepney Road Burry Port Wales
Stay at this aparthotel in Burry Port. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Burry Port Lighthouse and Pembrey Country Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
Nice small cosy room that was toasty warm. Only marked it down as the milk in the little pots was just a solid mass of gloop so could not make a drink. A note on the wall advised that milk was available downstairs in the bar, which is no good if you make a first brew after the place is closed.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Nik The Greek
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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

Neath Abbey Ruins

You can find out about the history of Dyffryn Clydach when you stop by Neath Abbey Ruins. Wander through 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

Enjoy a show at Gwyn Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in Neath. Stroll along the marina in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Gwyn Hall

Melincourt Waterfall

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

Melincourt Waterfall

Neath Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Blaenhonddan at Neath Golf Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Neath Golf Club

Activities

Self-drive Stargazing in Wales Road Trip Online Travel Guide

Stargazing in Wales - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

AU$20
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

AU$20
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
9 Hour Tour from Cardiff to Mumbles Three Cliffs Worms Head Gower

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

AU$439
per adult
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour

AU$280
per traveller
Swansea City Highlights Walking Tour
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour

Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour

AU$442
per adult
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour
Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

AU$988
per traveller
Private Guided Hike: The Iconic Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons
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Cities near Llandarcy

Swansea which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a marina

Swansea

Neath showing a park, a ruin and heritage elements

Neath

Freight train near Briton Ferry. An empty eastbound steel train heads away from Briton Ferry with locomotive No. 66041 in charge.
Photo by Gareth James (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Briton Ferry

LV 72 was built in 1903 by John Crown & Sons of Sunderland for Trinity House. Her hull is made of iron and, during World War 2, she was involved in the D Day landings. She was sold out of service in 1973 to Steel Supply Co., Neath for scrapping. When sold she was the oldest vessel in the Trinity House fleet. She was later considered for conversion to a floating night club but the project did not go ahead. She is now on a mud berth on the River Neath in poor condition.

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