Name: Llancaiach Fawr Manor
Rating: 5.0

Llancaiach Fawr Manor

Llancaiach Fawr Manor, Trelewis, Nelson, Treharris, UK

1-90 Years

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Llancaiach Fawr Manor is a beautifully restored 17th-century manor house located in Trelewis, South Wales. The historic house is furnished as it would have been in 1645, allowing visitors to step back in time and experience daily life during the Civil War period. It is a popular attraction for families, history lovers, and educational groups of all ages.

Visitors explore the historic Manor House, meeting costumed characters such as servants and members of the Prichard household who bring history to life. The site is also known for its ghost stories and paranormal reputation, having featured on TV’s Most Haunted and other programmes. Other attractions include the visitor centre, gardens, exhibitions, educational visits, seasonal events, and special activities held in the Barn, Education Centre, Courtyard, and Meadow.

Admission to the Visitor Centre, shop, café/restaurant, exhibitions, and gardens is free. Some special events and activities may have a small additional charge, depending on materials or extra experiences provided. Birthday parties and private bookings are available, with pricing provided directly by the venue on enquiry.

Llancaiach Fawr Manor offers a unique and immersive historical experience. The combination of living history, atmospheric surroundings, and engaging storytelling makes every visit memorable. It’s an ideal place to visit for families, schools, history enthusiasts, and anyone looking for an authentic taste of 17th-century Wales.

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Free
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Llancaiach Fawr Manor and visitor centre is a place for all occasions. The historical Manor House has been restored and furnished as it would have been in 1645. Visitors step inside to be taken on a journey back to the 17th Century. Educational visits are extremely popular with primary schools through to universities.
Characters you may meet…You never know just whom you might meet when you visit Llancaiach Fawr Manor. If you are lucky, you might meet the master of the house, Edward Prichard but he’s a busy man, much concerned with business and the Civil War and so he is often called away at short notice.
Perhaps you might catch a glimpse of Mistress Mary Prichard, his wife… although she prefers to go and visit her family and friends at Briton Ferry, rather than brave the air of the valleys, as she is a rather “sickly” soul.
Of course, being a devoted mother, she always takes their little daughters Jane and Mary, with her. So whom might you meet? Well, there are the servants, they are always there to greet you and make you welcome!
Is Llancaiach Fawr Manor haunted? Come and see for yourself! Previous residents, members of staff and many visitors can all testify to uncanny events. Our fame has spread as episodes of TV’s Most Haunted programme and John Sparkes Ghost Story have been filmed in the Manor.

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Parking: Free Parking available.
Food & Drinks: Enjoy a snack, meal or drink in the Café/lounge or book a table in the Conservatory Restaurant for the popular Sunday lunch.
Gift Shop: Everyone needs to shop, but the range of goods on offer at Llancaiach means that most of our visitors actually want to spend money. The most popular ranges with female visitors tend to be jewellery; toiletries and fragranced goods.
Toilets: Toilet with Baby changing facilities available.

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Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Contact the venue for party booking information.

Tuesday – Sunday from 10am – 5pm with last entry at 4pm

Address: Llancaiach Fawr Manor, Trelewis, Nelson, Treharris, UK

Post Code: CF46 6ER

Council: Caerphilly

County: Gwent

The Manor is located in Nelson in the South Wales Valleys approx 40 minutes from Cardiff.

From M4 motorway leave at junction 32 and follow the A470 towards Merthyr Tydfil. Approximately 12 miles (after passing Services) turn right at the roundabout signposted A472 Ystrad Mynach and follow the brown historic building signs through Nelson village.
From A465 Heads of the Valley road turn onto the A470 towards Cardiff. Follow this road past Merthyr Tydfil and turn left at the roundabout signposted A472 Ystrad Mynach. Follow the brown historic building signs through Nelson village.