Aberdulais Falls

Aberdulais Falls is a waterfall in Wales where the River Dulais drops through a deep gorge carved from Pennant sandstone, cascading down several rock layers. The river has shaped this landscape over thousands of years and creates a powerful display of flowing water at this location.

The waterfall powered copper manufacturing operations starting in 1584, processing ore that arrived through nearby South Wales ports. This industrial use made the location a major production site and shaped the region's economic development for centuries.

The National Trust manages this site, preserving both the natural formation and industrial heritage that shaped the development of Welsh manufacturing.

The visitor center sits right next to the A465 road and offers easy access to the site with parking and facilities available. A walk to the waterfall itself is fairly short and leads through well-maintained grounds that are clearly marked for visitors.

A massive waterwheel here still generates electricity today, showing how people 400 years ago harnessed the power of flowing water. This working wheel is a rare example of how traditional water power continues operating into the present day.

Location: Blaenhonddan

Part of: River Dulais

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/aberdulais

GPS coordinates: 51.68257,-3.77909

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05