National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Swansea, Glamorgan and Cardiff
About National Showcaves Centre for Wales
One ticket covers all attractions! Three incredible showcaves, over 250 life-sized dinosaur models at the Dinosaur Park and Trail, Shire Horse Centre and farm, indoor and outdoor play areas, panning for gold, Iron Age Village, museum, the Rock and Dinosaur Shop, and Mr Morgan's Coffee Shop. So much to see - just one ticket!
Dan-yr-Ogof Cave, the first to be discovered in 1912 by local farmers Tommy and Jeff Morgan, contains twisting, winding passageways and incredible rock formations some of which have taken millions of years to form.
In Cathedral Cave visitors will find 20 metre high waterfalls cascading down in the awe-inspiring Dome of St. Paul's cavern, the limestone of which was formed over 315 million years ago!
Bone Cave's hidden secrets were finally revealed when the remains of 42 human skeletons dating back to the Bronze Age were discovered, and now visitors can see exhibits of how caves were used in the times of our ancestors, by humans and animals alike!
The Dinosaur Park and Trail is home to over 250 life-sized dinosaur models, from the terrifying T Rex and gigantic Brachiosaurus, to the amazing Armargasaurus and spectacular Tsintaosaurus! Will you find your favourite?
The Shire Horse Centre and farm offers the excitement of indoor and outdoor play areas, plus mini golf, and the opportunity to meet some of the friendly farm animals like sheep, goats, pigs, llamas and alpacas. And our gentle giants, the Shire horses, are waiting to say 'Hello!', so come down to Mr Morgan's Victorian farm to meet them!
For those who'd like a break, the Coffee Shop offers a variety of hot and cold drinks, hot and cold snacks. cakes and biscuits (please see website for Showcaves opening times), and the Rock and Dinosaur Shop stocks hundreds of dinosaur-themed items, soft toys, minerals, fossils and so much more - a perfect memento of your day!
There's something for everyone to enjoy here at the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, Dan-yr-Ogof!
Stunning underground caverns and formations formed 315 million years ago!
Explore incredible twisting passageways and breathtaking caverns! Discovered in 1912 by local farmers, Tommy and Jeff Morgan, step back in time into Dan-yr-Ogof Cave whilst they share their secrets, and walk within the limestone rock, deep into the subterranean world. Visit Cathedral Cave and find waterfalls and the magnificent Dome of St Paul's cavern, plus Bone Cave where 42 human skeletons were discovered... A unique visit in the heart of the Brecon Beacons.
Over 250 life-sized dinosaur models at our Dinosaur Parks!
The Dinosaur Park and Trail is home to over 250 life-sized dinosaur models, from the terrifying T Rex and gigantic Brachiosaurus, to the amazing Armargasaurus and spectacular Tsintaosaurus! Will you find your favourite?
Fun for all the family at Mr Morgan's Victorian Farm!
Meet the friendly farm animals down at Mr Morgan's Victorian Farm, and the gentle giants, our Shire horses. And don't forget our indoor and outdoor playgrounds, plus mini golf, too! For a memento of your day, the Dino and Rock Shop stocks hundreds of dinosaur-themed items, minerals, fossils and so much more, and Mr Morgan's Coffee Shop is perfect for snacks, hot and cold drinks, cakes and biscuits.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Dog Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 15:00
IMPORTANT: Please refer to the website for opening times, as some days during term time we may not be open to the public.
We close for the winter season between 31st October and 1st April (or Easter if it falls earlier during March).
Pricing & Tickets
£22.70 per adult (aged 16+)
£17.95 per child (aged 3-15)
Children aged 2 and under are welcome free of charge
Please check online for concessionary rates for disabled visitors/carers.
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Hot and cold drinks
Hot and cold snacks
Cakes and biscuits
Fruit
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Abercrave
Swansea
Glamorgan and Cardiff
SA9 1GJ
Wales
We're on the A4067 from halfway between Swansea and Brecon. If using SatNav the postcode is SA9 1GJ. What3Words - ///harmonica.taking.followers
Tel: 01639730284
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
T6 bus route passes the entrance. Visit the Traws Cymru website for more information.
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