Dolaucothi

Pull on your boots and discover the UK’s only known Roman Gold Mine
Pull on your boots and discover the UK’s only known Roman Gold Mine
Hidden in these wooded hillsides is evidence of Roman gold mining dating back over 2,000 years.
On our pre-booked guided tours our expert guides will unveil the secrets of Roman mining and take you underground into the mine itself, ending with the chance to try the gold panning experience.
Mining on this site continued into the twentieth century, ending in 1938. Our tours start from the 1930s mine yard where you’ll see buildings and mining machinery dating from that time.
Please note, underground tours involve an active outdoor visit up steps and steep slopes. Appropriate outer wear and stout enclosed footwear is essential. Children must 1 meter in height.
Extend your day and explore the Cothi Valley, following riverside walks, woodlands and expansive views across the Valley.
Gift Aid | Standard | |
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Adult | £11.00 | £10.00 |
Child | £5.50 | £5.00 |
Family | £27.50 | £25.00 |
Family 1 Adult | £16.50 | £15.00 |
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
Gift Aid | Standard | |
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Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
Free entry for National Trust Members. Please note, pre-booking is required for everyone. We’re open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays (extended opening during school holidays - please see Opening Times for details). The woodland car park, estate and walks are open daily. Please follow Welsh Government Regulations when visiting.