Blaenavon World Heritage CentreHeritage CentreBlaenavon formed part of the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, where coal was dug and iron was formed. You can still see countless physical reminders and remains which allow you to trace the development of the Industrial Revolution.
At the Centre you can browse the traditional displays and videos that illustrate the extraordinary history of the area and you can delve deeper into the history of Blaenavon by using interactive touch screens to explore a range of topics, including standards of living, geology, transport systems and World Heritage.
Attractions within the site include:
Big Pit National Coal Museum of Wales Blaenavon Ironworks Blaenafon Community Heritage & Cordell Museum Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal Blaenafon Cheddar Company and Mountain Tours
For further information on these attractions, as well as other information on the World Heritage Site, contact the Tourist Information Centre, located at Blaenavon Ironworks, Telephone number: (01495) 792615.BlaenavonTorfaenUnited Kingdomhttp://www.showmewales.co.uk/?dms=3&venue=1100484
Blaenavon World Heritage Centre
Heritage Centre, free entry
Blaenavon World Heritage Site
Blaenavon World Heritage Site
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The Blaenavon World Heritage Centre is the ideal starting point for your visit to the area. Located in the sympathetically restored former St. Peter’s School, it provides an overview of the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape.
The centre also offers specialised education provision for schools, a research facility and state of the art conference facilities