Things to see & do
Discover Dolaucothi
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Journey to the centre of the earth
Journey to the centre of the earth
Don a miner’s lamp and go deep underground on one of our tours.
You can book the tours when you get to the gold mines. Whichever one you choose, remember that kitting-up takes a while, so make sure you get to the shed in plenty of time.
© Keith Morris
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Wonderful walks
Wonderful walks
The beautiful Cothi Valley is alive with the sights and sounds of nature. Take time to capture the magic of this upland landscape.
Stop for lunch at one of the many picnic sites and look out for our amazing wildlife in rivers and woods.
© Keith Morris
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Pan for gold
Pan for gold
Sift through the panning troughs and spot the flecks of gold amongst the mud and sand – a favourite activity for all ages. Keep what you find as a special souvenir of your day, but be warned: all that glitters is not gold. Can you spot the flakes of true Welsh gold, or are you picking out the fools' gold?
© Keith Morris
Journey to the centre of the earth
Wonderful walks
Pan for goldSummer holiday events and activities
Come and enjoy the summer at Dolaucothi with activities for all the family to get stuck in. From Roman weeks to kite flying, from the big dig to a plant fair there's something for everyone.
Underground tours
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Roman tour
Walk back in time on our Roman tour. Explore the mine and see marks left by Roman tools.
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Victorian tour
Get kitted out with your hard hat and lamp and descend with your guide into the Victorian workings.
Place to stay
Extend your visit to Carmarthenshire with a stay at our beautiful and tranquil caravan site close to the Dolaucothi Gold Mines.