Dolaucothi Gold Mines, United Kingdom
From series “Famous Spots of Gold Mines Reminding the Gold-Rush Times”
Unique from a historical and geological point of view, are the gold mines of Dolaucothi, located in the UK, in the Cothi River valley. According to scientists, their development started during the reign of the Roman Empire. Now, the mines are a landmark of national importance. Archaeologists after a series of studies have suggested that gold mining in these places began much earlier, even in the Bronze Age.
In ancient times people washed gravel, collected along the banks of the Cothi river, among the many stones they found particles of precious metal. With the heyday of the Roman Empire, the first mines began to appear on the territory of the deposit, but already in the 5th century they came to desolation and remained ignored by people until the 19th century. The first industrial enterprises on the territory of the Dolaucothi deposit appeared before the outbreak of the First World War. Later the representatives of the University of Cardiff were engaged in research of the mines for a long time.
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Useful staff nearby
ATM bankomat: 'NatWest' located in 11 km (
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Car rental office: 'Caterham Hire Wales' is located in 20 km (
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Fuel station: 'Checkpoint Garage' in 3 km
Supermarket: 'Londis' in 28 km
Parking: '5 STAR VALETING' in 12 km
Apotheek: 'Davies a R & H' in 11 km
Police station: 'Heddlu Police' in 11 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Restaurant at Brunant Arms' in 1.19 km
Railway station: 'Llanwrda' in 10 km
Nearest airports:
» Swansea Airport SWS - in 50 km
» Haverfordwest Airport HAW - in 73 km
» Cardiff Airport CWL - in 83 km
» Bristol Filton Airport FZO - in 111 km
» Bristol Airport BRS - in 112 km
» Swansea Airport SWS - in 50 km
» Haverfordwest Airport HAW - in 73 km
» Cardiff Airport CWL - in 83 km
» Bristol Filton Airport FZO - in 111 km
» Bristol Airport BRS - in 112 km
Cities nearby
Best hotels near Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Tyllwyd Hir Luxury Bed and Breakfast
Located in 7 km from Dolaucothi Gold Mines
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Rooms: 3
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Rooms: 3
Views towards the mountains are featured in some Tyllwyd Hir rooms, as well as free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom and a flat-screen TV with DVD player. … More: photo, rates and booking
Penty Cottage
Located in 9 km from Dolaucothi Gold Mines
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Rooms: 5
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Rooms: 5
The 5-bedroom Penty Cottage has a large living room with a wood-burning stove in the feature fireplace, as well as a dining room. There is a TV with … More: photo, rates and booking
The Level Crossing
Located in 11 km from Dolaucothi Gold Mines
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Rooms: 8
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Rooms: 8
The Level Crossing offers both private rooms and shared dormitory rooms with bunk beds. All beds have a locker, a reading light, and a plug socket. … More: photo, rates and booking
The Royal Oak Inn
Located in 12 km from Dolaucothi Gold Mines
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Rooms: 5
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Rooms: 5
The on-site bar, which is open until 23:00 every day, serves real ales, ciders and a wide selection of Whisky. The Royal Oak Inn is 7 miles from the … More: photo, rates and booking
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Top destination around Dolaucothi Gold Mines - Swansea
Swansea is one of the largest cities in Wales. It can offer an interesting excursion program to its guests. The city cherishes its cultural heritage. One of its main landmarks is the beautiful Oystermouth Castle. There is a large playground in front of the old building, where Shakespeare's plays are performed every summer; it has always attracted tourists who are fond of theater going. The castle is amazing from an architectural point of view; it miraculously managed to survive during the Second World War.
The true cultural landmark of the city is the Singleton Park. In spring and summer its territory hosts a wide variety of cultural events, including concerts of classical music, performances of folklore ensembles, opera and theater performances.
The rather unusual attraction that also deserves attention is a monument to the Labrador named Jack. The dog became famous for its deeds; every local can tell a story about them. The dog lived for seven years and in that time has managed to rescue 27 people who couldn’t cope with raging sea elements. Tourists who are interested in the history of the city should definitely see ruins of the Swansea Castle and stroll along the ancient sea district.
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