Llantrisant, Hill settlement in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales
Llantrisant stands at 174 meters elevation, offering views across the Vale of Glamorgan from its position on the crest of a hill.
The town received its Royal Charter in 1346 after contributing to the English army's victory at the Battle of Crecy.
Every seven years, the town continues the historical tradition of Beating the Bounds, where children are bounced on ancient boundary stones.
The Royal Mint facility in Llantrisant manufactures British coins and produces currency for approximately 60 different countries worldwide.
The Bull Ring square contains a statue of Dr. William Price, who established the legal precedent for cremation in England and Wales.
Location: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Elevation above the sea: 174 m
Shares border with: Cardiff
GPS coordinates: 51.54230,-3.37849
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52
Llantrisant Castle
269 m
The Guildhall
242 m
Church Of St Illtyd, St Gwynno And St Dyfodwg
161 m
Church of St Michael and All Angels
2.1 km
St David's Church
2.6 km
Statue of Dr William Price
275 m
Castellau Congregational Chapel
2.3 km
Caerau, Llantrisant
2 km
Gates, piers, boundary walls and bridge at Castellau Congregational Chapel
2.2 km
Penuel Presbyterian Church of Wales including forecourt walls and railings
363 m
New Inn
195 m
Miskin Arms
2.6 km
Llantrisant Library
447 m
Beddau Library
2.3 km
Cow Shed at Ynysmaerdy Farm (formerly stores of Llantrisant Colliery)
1.4 km
The Malthouse
172 m
Miskin War Memorial
2.6 km
Cefn Mabley Farmhouse
526 m
Hay barn at Ynysmaerdy Farm (former winding engine house of Llantrisant Colliery)
1.3 km
Boiler stack of former lead mine NW of Cefn-parc Farm
1.4 km
Wall with bee boles at Tondrugwaer
1.3 km
Cwm Coke Works Southern Cooling Tower
3.3 km
2 Yr Allt And Adjoining Property To Left, Llantrisant
223 m
Cwm Coke Works Northern Cooling Tower
3.3 km
Former Stable adjoining 2 Yr Allt
220 m
Y Felin Wynt Tower
202 m
Garage at Ynysmaerdy Farm (formerly part of Llantrisant Colliery)
1.3 km
Parish Offices
191 mReviews
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