Welcome to the homepage of Blaenau Gwent Heritage Forum. As a group we aim to highlight, preserve and share the rich history of Blaenau Gwent.
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The area of Blaenau Gwent
Abertillery, Beaufort, Blaina, Brynmawr, Cwm, Ebbw Vale, Llanhilleth, Nantyglo, Six Bells, Tredegar, Trefil, Blaenavon, Rhymney
Blaenau Gwent and its surrounding area was at the forefront of the industrial revolution in the 19th century. It is a county rich with historic buildings, ancient monuments and important heritage sites, set within a very attractive landscape.
Welsh Kingdom
Gwent was the Welsh kingdom founded by Caradoc Freichfras in South Wales. It stretched from the river Rhymney all the way to the river Wye, and it may also have extended east of the river Wye into the Forest of Dean.
The Blaenau
The Blaenau are the mountainous uplands of this historic Gwent kingdom.
Blaenafon and Rhymney
Blaenau Gwent Heritage Forum includes the history of the Rhymney area (now in Caerphilly Borough) and that of the Blaenafon area (now in Torfaen Borough) as well as the territory between these locations.
The Three Rivers
Video credit – MADE IN TREDEGAR
Blaenau Gwent has three main rivers, the Ebbw Fawr, the Ebbw Fach and the Sirhowy. This reflective film focuses on these rivers as they flow through the dramatic scenery of the borough, picturing the history and changes they have witnessed over time.
