The Valleys Regional Park

Parc Rhanbarthol y Cymoedd

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Set in a steep gorge, this was the site of a small water-powered tin works. Today the waters of Afon Dulais make Aberdulais Falls self-sufficient in environmentally friendly energy, with its waterwheel the largest in Europe generating electricity.

Only surviving water powered tin works in UK (SAM). The project sought to consolidate structures & improve access for visitors as well as improved presentation of the SAM, consolidate river wall and improve access, created 2 drams.

In addition, art works were installed through the support of the VRP together with enhanced interpretation.

VRP ERDF INFRASTRUCTURE AND LANDSCAPE PROJECTS

ABERDULAIS FALLS - YOUR HERITAGE

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EXTERNAL WEBSITES

• Aberdulais Falls

PROJECT SPONSORS AND PARTNERS

• Neath Port Talbot CBC/National Trust

OUTPUTS

• 1 job secured
• 750+ additional visitors
• 1 ha land improved