Attractions in Swansea, Powys.
There are ten attractions all included in the one entry ticket, and there is plenty to see and do for all ages. The 3 different caves Dan-yr-Ogof, Cathedral Cave and Bone Cave each offer a unique underground experience. In Dan-yr-Ogof you walk through the beautifully decorated passageways for just under 1 kilometre; in Cathedral Cave you walk through its enormous caverns, carved out millions of years ago, and at the end of this cave experience ...
Our 7 day weather forecast for Swansea updated throughout the day, making it ideal for planning leisure activities, travel and events. Read more about our weather forecasts.
On Saturday 14th December 2019 the sun will rise at 08:14 and will set at 16:05. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 7.8°C. Some moderate to heavy rain is expected, 8mm of rainfall is possible today. Some quite strong winds are possible today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 38mph.
On Sunday 15th December 2019 the sun will rise at 08:15 and will set at 16:05. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 7.8°C. Heavy rain which could cause some standing water is expected, 11mm of rainfall is possible today. Some quite strong winds are possible today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 53mph.
On Monday 16th December 2019 the sun will rise at 08:16 and will set at 16:05. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 7.5°C. A light shower is possible, 2mm of rainfall is possible today. It could be quite a gusty day today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 49mph.
On Tuesday 17th December 2019 the sun will rise at 08:16 and will set at 16:06. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 7°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. There will be a gentle breeze in the air today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 17mph.
On Wednesday 18th December 2019 the sun will rise at 08:17 and will set at 16:06. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 7°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. It could be quite a gusty day today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 35mph.
On Thursday 19th December 2019 the sun will rise at 08:18 and will set at 16:06. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 9.4°C. A few showers are expected, 3mm of rainfall is possible today. Some quite strong winds are possible today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 47mph.
On Friday 20th December 2019 the sun will rise at 08:18 and will set at 16:07. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 6.1°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. It will be a very clam day today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 12mph.
Our weather forecast for Swansea is updated throughout the day and has been found to be very reliable for planning activities such as days out, leisure, travel, events, fishing, golf and gardening.
For activities that rely on weather forecasts for safety or financial reasons, such as farming, flying, sailing and shipping, we have found our forecasts to be reliable, but we always recommend that you compare several weather forecast sources to ensure you are able to plan your activities safely.
The National Showcaves Centre for Wales, Abercrave
Swansea
Powys
SA9 1GJ
01639 730284
There are ten attractions all included in the one entry ticket, and there is plenty to see and do for all ages.
The 3 different caves Dan-yr-Ogof, Cathedral Cave and Bone Cave each offer a unique underground experience. In Dan-yr-Ogof you walk through the beautifully decorated passageways for just under 1 kilometre; in Cathedral Cave you walk through its enormous caverns, carved out millions of years ago, and at the end of this cave experience the excitement of walking behind the 40 feet high waterfalls that cascade around you in the ‘Dome of St Paul’s’, an atmospheric end to a truly wonderful cave; and in Bone Cave learn why 42 human skeletons were buried here, and how our ancestors used caves all those years ago.
On site we also have one of the world’s largest collections of life-sized dinosaur models, ranging from the ever popular Tyrannosaurus Rex and Brachiosaurs, to the lesser-known Tsintaosaurus. There are over 200 models here – can you find your favourite dinosaur?
The Shire Horse Centre offers the excitement of the 2 covered children’s play areas, the farm yard area, and why not make friends with the gentle giants – the Shire horses who are waiting to say hello.
Include the Iron Age village, museum, and stone circles, and you have plenty to see and do for all ages, and for those who may want a break, there is our Coffee shop, and the Rock and Dinosaur shop to enjoy.
