Pontypool, Torfaen, South Wales

Pontypool is situated on the Afon Llwyd river in the county borough of Torfaen. The town gains it's name from the bridge placed near the swampy pool which almost certainly would be greater than the forge pond that exists today.


Distance: 
1.28 miles, about 5 mins
Pontypool, Pontymoile, Gwent, Wales, NP4 51. Depart on A4722.2. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto  A40433. At the roundabout, take the third exit4At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Clarence Street5. Bear right onto Hanbury Road6. Continue onto Commercial Street7. Continue onto Park Road8. At the roundabout, take the third exit9. Turn left onto Park Road10. Turn right onto Penygarn Road11. Continue onto Channel View12Arrive at your destinationThe American Gardens situated on the right hand side of the road.

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