Images of Bedwellty House and Park
Bedwellty House and Park and its collection
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Bedwellty House and Park is a historic, Grade II listed Regency residence set in the heart of Tredegar. Why not step into the past of this iconic Regency Villa which is steeped in Welsh history. Bedwellty House, named for the parish in which it stood, is a rare early 19th Century ironmaster’s residence, full of historic significance and elegant charm, and is now an iconic centrepiece for the town of Tredegar. In its two-hundred-year history, Bedwellty House and its residents witnessed the rise and fall of the iron industry as well as revolutionising influences ranging from Chartism and social reform to the far-reaching effects of both European and American wars and the creation of the National Health Service. You can explore the house and gardens with out self-led tour which brings Tredegar’s rich story to life and is free to use. Simply scan the QR codes to access the vibrant videos of our history and learn about life in a Regency villa, the people who made Bedwellty famous, from the 1800s to the current day including Samuel Homfray, Norah Childs and Aneurin Bevan. Explore the house including the Miners’ room, the Assembly room and the Council chambre. The beautiful gardens are a joy to walk around and you’ll find out more about the Ice House and the largest block of coal ever to be cut, in the world. After exploring the park, you can relax in the gardens or enjoy the friendly atmosphere of the Orchid House Tea Room, serving hot and cold drinks and snacks. For more information visit bedwelltyhouseandpark.com
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