Amgueddfa Torfaen Museum

Amgueddfa Torfaen Museum

Park Rd, Pontypool NP4 6JH

The Amgueddfa Torfaen Museum is one of the most impressive museums in Wales. The museum is located in Pontypool, Torfaen, South Wales. Previously called the Valley Inheritance Museum, the museum is managed by the Torfaen Museum Trust. Other areas managed by Torfaen Museum Trust are featured in this article.

Blaenavon Ironworks

The Blaenavon Ironworks, Amgueddfa Torfaen Museum is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in a Georgian stable block with a central courtyard, this museum displays the history of the area. It also houses an exhibition of Japan ware, which was produced in Pontypool in the 18th century. The museum also features a changing exhibition programme.

This museum and Blaenavon World Heritage Centre are located in two beautifully restored former industrial schools. There are interactive Victorian classrooms, multi-media displays, and a tourist information centre. It also has a cafe and gift shop. Both buildings will be open Tuesday to Sunday. Visitors will be able to view the Blaenavon Story exhibition, which tells the history of this World Heritage Site.

Blaenavon was a part of the industrial revolution, where coal was dug and iron was formed. The Blaenavon World Heritage Centre features traditional displays, video, and interactive touch screens that provide an insight into the history of the area.

The Blaenavon World Heritage Centre is also home to the Blaenavon Ironworks Museum. The museum has a railway station called Big Pit Halt on the heritage railway line. The station was opened specifically for tourists visiting the museum.

The Blaenavon Iron and Coal Company started working underground in the area around 1860. The mine remained in operation until 1980. All of the pithead buildings are preserved, including the Big Pit. This is one of the few places in the UK where visitors can take underground tours.

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