Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Gold mines in use from Roman times to the 20th century
FAQ's: Everything you need to know
Thinking of joining us for a fabulous day out? Here's everything you need to know.
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Overview
Gold mines in use from Roman times to the 20th century
These unique gold mines are set amid wooded hillsides overlooking the beautiful Cothi Valley.
2,000 years ago, the powerful Romans left behind glimpses of their gold-mining methods. The harsh mining environment continued in the 19th and 20th centuries, ending in 1938.
Guided tours take you back to experience the conditions underground in the Roman and Victorian workings (tour routes may vary throughout the season).
The 1930's Mine Yard contains buildings and mining machinery, dating from that time.
Have a go at gold panning and experience the frustrations of searching for real gold!
Please note, underground tours involve steps and steep slopes. Appropriate outer wear and stout, enclosed footwear is essential.
- Telephone
- 01558650177
- dolaucothi@nationaltrust.org.uk
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
How to get here
- Address
- Pumsaint, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, SA19 8US
- By cycle
- Cycle route information
- By bus
- from Lampeter
- By train
- Llanwrda, 8 miles
- By road
- on A482
- Parking: free. Overflow car park opposite main entrance
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Prices
Whole property
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £9.50 | £8.40 |
| Child | £4.75 | £4.20 |
| Family | £23.75 | £21.00 |
|
Group Adult
Minimum group size 10
|
N/A | £6.50 |
What is Gift Aid?
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:
- Gift Aid Admission
- Standard Admission
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Please note...
Tours run throughout the day, free of charge (booked on arrival, places limited). Free audio tour and self-guided Roman walk over looking the 1930s mine yard
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Opening times
Please note...
Please note: Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time. Last tour leaves 90 minutes before closing time. There is a height restriction of 1 metre for children on the underground tours. This is usually around 5 years old.
Tuesday 25 September
- Mines 10:30 - 17:00
- Caravan site Dawn to dusk
- Dolaucothi Arms 16:00 - 23:00
- Estate and walks Dawn to dusk
- Shop 11:00 - 17:00
- Tea-room 10:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 26 September
- Mines 10:30 - 17:00
- Caravan site Dawn to dusk
- Dolaucothi Arms 12:00 - 23:00
- Estate and walks Dawn to dusk
- Shop 11:00 - 17:00
- Tea-room 10:30 - 17:00
Thursday 27 September
- Mines 10:30 - 17:00
- Caravan site Dawn to dusk
- Dolaucothi Arms 12:00 - 23:00
- Estate and walks Dawn to dusk
- Shop 11:00 - 17:00
- Tea-room 10:30 - 17:00
Friday 28 September
- Mines 10:30 - 17:00
- Caravan site Dawn to dusk
- Dolaucothi Arms 12:00 - 23:00
- Estate and walks Dawn to dusk
- Shop 11:00 - 17:00
- Tea-room 10:30 - 17:00
Saturday 29 September
- Mines 10:30 - 17:00
- Caravan site Dawn to dusk
- Dolaucothi Arms 12:00 - 23:00
- Estate and walks Dawn to dusk
- Shop 11:00 - 17:00
- Tea-room 10:30 - 17:00
Sunday 30 September
- Mines 10:30 - 17:00
- Caravan site Dawn to dusk
- Dolaucothi Arms 12:00 - 20:30
- Estate and walks Dawn to dusk
- Shop 11:00 - 17:00
- Tea-room 10:30 - 17:00
Monday 1 October
- Mines 10:30 - 17:00
- Caravan site Dawn to dusk
- Dolaucothi Arms Closed
- Estate and walks Dawn to dusk
- Shop 11:00 - 17:00
- Tea-room 10:30 - 17:00
Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Contact us
- Telephone
- 01558650177
- dolaucothi@nationaltrust.org.uk
- Address
- Pumsaint, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, SA19 8US