Aberdulais Falls

Aberdulais Falls Description

For over 300 years this famous waterfall has provided the energy to drive the wheels of industry, from the manufacture of copper in 1584 to present-day remains of a tinplate works.

It has also been visited by famous artists, such as Turner in 1796. The site today houses a unique hydroelectric scheme which has been developed to harness the waters of the River Dulais. The Turbine House provides access to an interactive computer, fish pass, observation window and display panels.

Special lifts have been installed to allow disabled visitors access to the upper levels, which afford excellent views of the Falls. The waterwheel is the largest currently used in Europe to generate electricity, which makes Aberdulais Falls self-sufficient in environmentally friendly energy.

Opening Times - 2011

• 8th January - 20th February & 5th - 6th March: Saturday & Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm
• 21st - 27th February: daily, 11 am - 4 pm
• 12th March - 30th October: daily, 10 am - 5 pm
• 4th November - 18th December: Friday - Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm

• Open Bank Holidays
• Last admission 30 minutes before closing
• Closed: 25th & 26th December & 1st January

Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets) - 2011:

• Adult - £4.40 (£4)
• Child - £2.20 (£2)
• Family - £11 (£10)

Groups (15+):

• Adult (£3.40)

Children must be accompanied by an adult