Ebbw Vale

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Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

Where to stay in Ebbw Vale

Sculptor Robert Kennedy.

Six separate small upright works set on stone bases; two boxing gloves, two dolls, cherub and a skull. Information from Festival Park: 'The works were carved away from site during 1991. They are made to operate as conventional garden ornamentation, within a constructed garden. The boxing gloves are there to depict some of their associated aspects, such as maleness and competition. The dolls depict something of how an image is idealised for mass consumption, becoming a distortion of the human figure. Both the gloves and the dolls can be seen as gendering devices through role play. The cherub and skull are life and death charms. Each of these suggests ways in which we adopt roles in society. What we really are is never as clear cut as what these images suggest.'
     Borderline was supported by Garden Festival Wales and Chapter Arts Centre. 'The sculptor, Robert Kennedy, felt that the Garden Festival was a huge, themed social event in itself. He wanted to create a themed garden within it, something social, commenting to some extent on the diversity of culture within real society.'
     A number of sculptures were commissioned for the Garden Festival of Wales in 1991/2 and some works remain on site.

Cwm

While Cwm might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bedwellty House and Park and Big Pit National Coal Museum.

Cwm
Best Western Ebbw Vale
Best Western Ebbw Vale
3 out of 5
7 Bridge Street, Ebbw Vale, Wales
The price is P4,007 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P4,007
P4,808 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ebbw Vale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (175 reviews)
"Great value"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Best Western Ebbw Vale
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is P25,225 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
P25,225
P30,270 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,460 reviews)
"It was cheap and close to the arena so you get what you pay for. Beds were comfy enough, tv worked and staff were friendly. The hotel is in dire need of a renovation, especially the bathroom which was clean but very tired."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is P6,645 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P6,645
P7,974 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,711 reviews)
"Superb hotel that I always try to use. Can be pricey when there is something on in the city but you can also get some bargains. Recommended"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Modern Newly Renovated 3 Story House in Ebbw Vale
Modern Newly Renovated 3 Story House in Ebbw Vale
3.5 out of 5
Ebbw Vale
Stay at this 3.5-star residence in Ebbw Vale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Super Tubing and Cwmtillery Lakes ...
Modern Newly Renovated 3 Story House in Ebbw Vale
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
"We checked into the property at the weekend when there wasn’t anyone manning reception. We rang ahead and were able to drop our bags off at the apartment before we could check in as we had an event to go to. The staff were really accommodating in arranging this for us and even put the bags up in ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
4 out of 5
Usk Way, Endeavour House, Newport, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Friars Walk Newport and Newport ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (203 reviews)
"Very convenient and good value for money."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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