Seven Sisters Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View from Twyn Eithinog towards Hirfynydd A wet piece of ground, particularly after a couple of weeks of rain.
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View from Twyn Eithinog towards Hirfynydd A wet piece of ground, particularly after a couple of weeks of rain.
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Seven Sisters quarry
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St. Mary's church, Seven Sisters The village of Seven Sisters had always been recognised historically for its coal mining pit that was located in the middle of what was once one of the richest sources of coal in Britain, if not the world in the heart of the South Wales Coalfield. The sinking of the pit began when Miss Isobella Bevan, one of seven daughters of local coal-owner Evan Evans-Bevan cut the first sod of the colliery on Monday, March 11 1872, leading to its completion in 1875. Initially, Evans-Bevan had wanted to name the pit after his first daughter, Isobella, but reconsidered and named it after all his seven daughters, hence the name of Seven Sisters Colliery. In turn as the community grew around the colliery, it also adopted its name, Seven Sisters village. At its peak in 1945 the colliery employed over 759 men from the surrounding area. However, during the 1950s geological problems and changing economic conditions took their toll on the colliery and in 1963 the pit closed. The men who had been employed at the Seven Sisters were transferred to the nearby Blaenant Colliery, which closed in 1990. After the closure of the Seven Sisters Colliery in 1963 the site was demolished and filled in. Today the site is home to playing fields but the history of what existed in the village still remains, with the pit head winding gear sunk in the ground next to the site of the old colliery. Source; Wikipedia This church seems to date from the same era as the heyday of mining.
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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 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! (535 reviews)
Excellent alround

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
Cwm Taf Merthyr Tydfil Wales
The price is AU$160 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$160
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (547 reviews)
Very helpful staff, peaceful relaxing atmosphere & enjoyed swimming pool

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
The Grand Hotel Swansea

The Grand Hotel Swansea

3 out of 5
Ivey Place High Street Swansea Wales
The price is AU$131 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$131
4 Feb - 5 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! (70 reviews)
The room was ckean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

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
Cwmbach Cottages

Cwmbach Cottages

3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road Neath Wales
Stay at this golf guesthouse in Neath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Neath Golf Club and Aberdulais Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Lovely hosts,

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Cwmbach Cottages
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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

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

AU$178
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls

AU$135
per adult
Day Hike: The Brecon Beacons Amazing Six Waterfalls
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
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Cities near Seven Sisters

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

Swansea

Neath showing a park, a ruin and heritage elements

Neath

Gorsedd Stones in Ystradgynlais. Located in Gorsedd Park. The Ystradgynlais History website states that the Gorsedd Stones were erected for the National Eisteddfod of Wales held in Ystradgynlais in 1954. Although the main festival was held on the rugby club fields, the Druid ceremonies which form the essential core of the tradition were held here.
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Ystradgynlais