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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,044 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P4,044
P4,852 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (176 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
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! (2,467 reviews)
"Did just the job we needed. Rooms were far too hot tho. Need air conditioning or be able to open a window to let some air circulate."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
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The price is P6,611 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P6,611
P7,933 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (1,717 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! (262 reviews)
Just the fit
"Very good location, close enough to town, but in a quiet Away close to lovely park."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (205 reviews)
"Inside was great, the staff were very helpful and friendly, the room was fine, though the carpet was a bit tired. It was just by a busy bridge which had a lot of traffic and mostly it became quiet when the window was closed. I will certainly think of staying in places like that again (student ..."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
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