Visit a site that changed our world for ever, by making Wales the first industrial society. It manufactured steam engines that powered the Industrial Revolution, and from 1792 until 1885 produced locomotives, ships' engines, ships, gas works, and steam engines for national and global use. There will be a chance to see two superb eighteenth century blast furnaces built into a cliff for ease of charging, and the engine manufactory where the steam engines were constructed.
Neath Abbey Ironworks is accessible by the lane to the side of GMF Motor Factors, opposite the Smith’s Arms on New Road, Neath Abbey, Neath SA10 7NH on the A4230. There is plenty of free car parking in the area. For transport by bus, there are stops adjacent to the entrance and outside the Smith’s Arms. The site is flat, but uneven and rough. There may be some difficulties for wheelchair users but it is accessible. Neath Abbey, near by, is holding an Open Doors event on the same day. Bill Zajac is also conducting tours there.
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