Swiss Valley, Carmarthenshire

Details

Accessibility:

Swiss Valley is on a number of bus routes so is easily accessed with public transport. There are no parking restrictions so roadside parking is available through the village. There are no public toilet facilities available.

Brief Description:

Swiss Valley is a residential village on the outskirts of Llanelli in the county of Carmarthenshire. It connects Felinfoel to the South and Llannon to the North.

"The history of Swiss Valley, Llanelli is primarily defined by the construction of two reservoirs, the Lower Lliedi reservoir in 1878 and the Upper Lliedi reservoir in 1905, to provide a safe water supply for the growing town. These reservoirs are situated in the valley of the River Lliedi and now form a popular recreational area. The area's past also includes industrial influence, with a lake connected to the now-closed Llanelli Steelworks. 

• The Lower Lliedi Reservoir was built first in 1878 to meet the water needs of the growing Llanelli population.
• The Upper Lliedi Reservoir was added in 1905 to handle the increasing demand for water.
• The reservoirs were created by flooding a well-wooded valley, and the area is now known for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities. 

• An area within the park was historically connected to the Llanelli Steelworks, which closed in 1981.
• A large lake in the park, once part of the steelworks, is now a home for waterbirds.
• The history of industry and water management is being highlighted with new interpretive panels at the leisure park, as noted by Llanelli Community Heritage. 

• The area is now a popular destination for recreation, including walking, wildlife watching, and cycling, as seen along the Swiss Valley Cycle Route.
• It provides public access to the countryside and valuable habitats for wildlife."

Further Information:

Address:

Swiss Valley, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA14 8BT

Email:

None available.

Phone:

None available.

Website:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734931846636108/

https://www.llanellich.org.uk/files/232-llanelli-water-past-and-present

https://www.facebook.com/discovercarmarthenshire/videos/swiss-valley/1769610457199501/

Directions:

Swiss Valley is located approximately 5 miles from the M4 motorway. 

Exit the M4 motorway at junction 48 and travel West along Pontarddulais Road (A4138) towards Llanelli for 3.2 miles. At the roundabout turn right, taking the second exit on to Llethri Road. At the end of the road turn right in to Swiss Valley and continue on through the village.

OS SN 522036.

Transport:

Bus routes are available throughout Carmarthenshire.

For further travel information in Wales please see: www.traveline.cymru/travel-info

Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000

Amenities:

There are no public toilets available in Swiss Valley; however, there are a number of convenience stores, public houses and a garage in Felinfoel, the neighbouring village. There is also a further larger range of amenities in Llanelli.