Cordell Museum
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If you want to really understand how Alexander Cordell worked, then a visit to the Cordell Museum in Blaenavon is a MUST! Here you can see Cordell's desk and typewriter, as well as many other items that used to surround him in his office, and also examples of the manuscripts that he created.
Facilities and grading
This historical ironworks site consists of excavated and semi-restored ruins of a blast furnace as well as evidence of the tramways and watercourses that powered the site.
Nearby is a car park entrance at the Clydach Picnic site. There is a network of footpaths that allow you to explore the valley (which has other historic reminders such as Lime Quarries, tramways and railways), as well as the new Clydach Gorge cyclepath that links Brynmawr with the canal at Llanfoist.
Additional information
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Stay in Cordell Country
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There is so much to do in Cordell Country that a day trip can easily turn into a long weekend - and to help you have a relaxing as well as an inspiring break, there are a range of accommodation providers to suit all needs. Take a look at the places to stay option as you explore the routes, or else look at the places to stay section.