Bedwellty House

Bedwellty House is a two-story mansion with stuccoed walls, deep eaves, paired brackets supporting the roofline, and numerous sash windows throughout. The building now functions as a community hub with meeting rooms, gallery space, and areas designed for public gatherings and events.

Samuel Homfray, an ironmaster involved in the region's industrial growth, reconstructed the property in 1825 and shaped its current form. His son later added two rear wings by 1842, expanding the structure as local industry flourished.

The Morgan family gifted the house to the community in 1901, creating a gathering place that remains central to local life today. Residents use the space for meetings, celebrations, and community events that reflect the needs and interests of Tredegar.

The house and grounds are open to visitors during the day and can be explored on foot with access to public areas and the surrounding gardens. Check ahead if you plan to visit, as certain spaces may be in use for community events or functions.

The gardens contain a large coal block carved by Welsh miners specifically for the Great Exhibition of 1851, a piece often overlooked by visitors. This work stands as a direct link to the coal mining heritage that defined the area's industrial past.

Location: Tredegar

Elevation above the sea: 294 m

GPS coordinates: 51.76860,-3.24278

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:25