Roman Mines Wales

Dolaucothi Gold Mines

4.6/5
(566) · Museum in Llanwrda, United Kingdom
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The Dolaucothi Gold Mines, also known as the Ogofau Gold Mine, are ancient Roman surface and underground mines located in the valley of the River …

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Sep 12, 2024
What a fascinating place seeing the mines on one of the guided tours. Our knowledgeable tour guide (Debbie) was outstanding. We definitely be going back to try another tour next summer holiday with…Full review by DPEvans1978
Aug 25, 2024
What an amazing experience! You MUST book in advance during busy periods as the spaces on the tours are limited. Josh, our guide was absolutely brilliant. Very informative and interactive with everyo…Full review by happyhippy85
Aug 19, 2024
Excellent afternoon out. We had tour guides Clive and Josh and we split our group in 2 due to some having limited mobility. With grandparent and kids too. Tour was excellent, very informative and thr…Full review by F439HYchristinad

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Saw a picture of a ladder on one review. Is this part of a tour that you have to do or was it a photo of something else. …
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Saw a picture of a ladder on one review. Is this part of a tour that you have to do or was it a photo of something else. Thanks in advance
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But late but yes theres a ladder but they give you the option to walk out another way. Ladder wasnt tough to get up, its a small ish hole but my 6ft 3 partner fit perfectly fine, just had to …
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But late but yes theres a ladder but they give you the option to walk out another way. Ladder wasnt tough to get up, its a small ish hole but my 6ft 3 partner fit perfectly fine, just had to duck his head.
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Will I be able to take my nearly one year old on this tour and would she be able to walk it or can I carry her in a carrier ?
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No, it’s quite damp, drippy and fairly hard to walk in some parts, I would say not suitable for a one year old, but for children 5 plus it would be ok
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Answer by clare C · Apr 4, 2019
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Are dogs allowed on both tours and is it much colder under ground? Its a really warm summer and we probably will …
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Are dogs allowed on both tours and is it much colder under ground? Its a really warm summer and we probably will wear shorts and short sleeves. Would a long sleeve top be enough?
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Hi there, dogs are allowed on the Roman tour but not the Victorian tour. Both are about an hour. We went when it was raining but would guess Victorian is a wee bit chilly.
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