Ynysangharad Park, Public park in Pontypridd, Wales.
Ynysangharad Park is a public green space in Pontypridd where the River Rhondda and River Taff meet, offering gardens, sports grounds, and recreational areas. The site includes a Grade II listed lido with heated swimming pools that reopened following restoration work.
Local residents purchased the park land in 1919 to create a memorial for soldiers killed in World War I. The monument records names from military conflicts spanning multiple decades.
The park holds bronze statues of Evan James and James James, who created Wales' national anthem 'Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau' in 1856. These sculptures connect the place to a significant moment in Welsh musical heritage.
The park is easy to access and offers different areas for walking, exercising, or simply spending time outdoors. The lido is particularly popular during warmer months, while the gardens invite exploration throughout the year.
The park's war memorial displays more than 1,300 names on black granite plaques honoring those who died in various conflicts. This collection makes the site a significant record of local military history.
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