
Pontypridd - Wikipedia
Pontypridd (/ ˌpɒntɪˈpriːð / PON-tih-PREEDH, [2] Welsh: [ˌpɔntəˈpriːð]), colloquially referred to as Ponty, [3][4] is a town and a community in Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales, [5] …
Welcome to Pontypridd | Visit Wales
Pontypridd is the gateway to South Wales’ iconic Rhondda Valleys and a home to poets, singers, and composers for generations. Ponty, as it’s affectionately known by locals, is a must-visit …
Pontypridd | Town of Song, River Taff & Market Town | Britannica
Pontypridd, industrial town, Rhondda Cynon Taff county borough, historic county of Glamorgan (Morgannwg), southern Wales. It is situated at the confluence of the Rivers Rhondda and Taff. …
HISTORY OF PONTYPRIDD
Pontypridd lies at the point where the Taff and Rhondda rivers meet. The town grew and prospered from the mid-19th century onwards as the market town for the surrounding valleys, …
Pontypridd - Southern Wales Tourism
Pontypridd is at the start of the Rhondda Valleys, and was built around the bridge that spanned the River Taff. The current "Old Bridge" dates back to 1756; it took 4 attempts to successfully …
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Pontypridd (2026) - Tripadvisor
Private Day Tour of South Wales, including Cardiff & Caerphilly Castle. These rankings are informed by Tripadvisor data—we consider traveler reviews, ratings, number of page views, …
Pontypridd – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Pontypridd is a town in Rhondda Cynon Taff, or Glamorgan. It sits at the confluence of the Taff and Rhondda rivers.
Pontypridd - Discover Wales
Jan 11, 2025 · Pontypridd, located in the heart of the South Wales Valleys, is a town with a rich industrial history. Known for its iconic bridges and vibrant community, Pontypridd offers visitors …
Discover Pontypridd | A Visitor's Introduction to Pontypridd
Famous as the birthplace of both Welsh singing legend Tom Jones and the Welsh national anthem, Pontypridd is a town with a proud heritage and a welcoming atmosphere. Its mix of …
HISTORY OF PONTYPRIDD
The name Pontypridd is from “Pont-y-ty-pridd” the Welsh for “bridge by the earthern house”, a reference to a succession of wooden bridges that formerly spanned the River Taff at this point.