Ynysangharad Park, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf

Details

Accessibility

https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Resident/SportsandLeisure/Lido/RelatedDocuments/YWMPAccessibilityStatement.pdf

"Accessibility 1. Firm Pathways 2. Hearing Loops 3. Mixed Terrain 4. Bike Access 5. Wheelchair and Pushchair Access.

Moving Around the Park [which has a Defibrillator] :

The Park has a very good, firm tarmac path that covers the perimeter of the park and there are concrete paths that lead to the pavilion and war memorial. In places there are steep slopes, but the park does provide alternative routes that offer a manageable gradient.

There are a number of dropped kerbs in and around the park making moving around an easy and pleasurable experience.

Around the park you will find a very good provision of benches that allow you time and space to take in the tranquility of the location. Picnic benches are also provided to make the most of the park's beautiful surroundings.

Access into the café is via a smooth, tarmac path that has a slight incline. The café is then entered by automatic entrance doors that open outwards. The café offers a wide range of homemade meals, sandwiches, snacks and cakes as well as a very good selection of hot & cold drinks. The counter has a reduced height section, staff offer disabled customers assistance such as bringing food and drinks to the table once ordered and paid for. Within the café, there are a number of tables, chairs, armchairs and sofas. The flooring is easy to move around on and spatial allowances between tables is good.

WC Within Café The accessibility of the toilets consists of a changing places toilet which is accessed via the use of a RADAR key (if you do not have a key staff have one behind the counter). The room consists of a hydraulic height adjustable changing bed. The room also has the provision of a hoist (users must bring their own sling should they wish to utilise this facility). The room is very spacious and offers good levels of circulation space. The toilet has drop rails either side and one horizontal fixed rail. Shower seat is a large fold down seat again with drop down rails either side.

Lift to Upper Level of Café (Museum/Exhibition Space) The upper level has lift access, the lift is big enough for one wheelchair user and a non-chair user. The buttons in the lift are tactile and there is a visual display. There is a mirror to the rear wall of the lift to aide users who may need to reverse out of the lift." 

Brief description

"From inflatable water obstacle courses to industrial-themed adventure play and the Welsh National Anthem - what's not to love about Ynysangharad War Memorial Park?

This HUGE open space in the heart of Pontypridd is less than half an hour from Cardiff and easy to reach by car, bus or train. Offering a great day out for all ages, the park is also a Valleys Regional Park Discovery Gateway Site and part of a project to link together open spaces across the region to celebrate and protect our cultural, industrial and natural heritage.

It's home to the stunningly-restored The National Lido of Wales, Ponty Lido, which has three heated outdoor pools, inflatable slides and games, lane swimming and a splash pool for the little ones.

The Lido Ponty Visitor Centre is worth a visit. It takes you back to the days of the original Lido, where Jenny Jones, the first woman to swim the English Channel, trained and Sir Tom Jones strutted his stuff in the sunshine.

The neighbouring Lido Play is one of the best playgrounds in the area and has themed play equipment to celebrate the industrial success of Pontypridd. 

Visit the Waterside Cafe for a great selection of delicious homemade meals and cakes, hot coffees and ice creams, slushies and more! The cafe overlooks both The Lido pool and the Lido Play area.

Pontypridd town centre is just a few minutes' walk if you want to explore a wider selection of places to eat and drink. 

The park also has tennis courts, a cricket pitch and acres of open space to explore -it has secured the prestigious Green Flag Award every year for 12 consecutive years!

The park often hosts family attractions, such as fun days, fairs, and parades. 

The park is bordered on one side by the Taff Trail, so you can cycle to it from Cardiff or Merthyr Tydfil. It's also walking distance from the train station and there are plenty of car parks in Pontypridd. See https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Tourism/Thingstodo/WalkingandCyclingTrails/AudioTrails/PontypriddAudioTrail.aspx

And https://www.walesonline.co.uk/special-features/20-dog-friendly-parks-wales-20812641

And https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Tourism/Thingstodo/Parks/YnysangharadWarMemorialPark/AboutthePark/Plantsflowersandwildlife.aspx

The 2024 Rhondda Cynon Taf Eisteddfod will be held in August in Pontypridd, with the Maes located in Ynysangharad War Memorial Park. See https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Council/WelshServices/NationalEisteddfod2024.aspx

"The Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru is a celebration of Welsh culture, a mix of talent competitions and evening concerts, gigs, plays and exhibitions and much more. A family friendly event that encourages all (Cymraeg and di-Gymraeg speakers alike) to come experience the unique combination of competitive events and festival elements. The Eisteddfod is an inclusive event that welcomes all, no matter of your Welsh language skills, there's something for everyone on the Maes!

The University of South Wales is proud to be working closely with Rhondda Cynon Taf Council to provide accommodation for the 2024 National Eisteddfod.

The Student Halls of Residence at the Treforest Campus, Pontypridd, are available to book as individual rooms or as entire flats (for groups of up to 6 people) during July and August 2024.

To book your accommodation, visit the USW website"

Address

Ynysangharad Park

8 Ceridwen Terrace

Pontypridd

CF37 4PD

Email

tourismenquiry@rctcbc.gov.uk and The National Lido of Wales, mail@lidoponty.co.uk and Lidoponty@rctcbc.gov.uk

Phone

Rhondda Cynon Taf Tourism - Telephone: 01443 424084 and The National Lido of Wales, 0300 004 0000

Website

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ynysangharad-Park/157633884256155

https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Tourism/Thingstodo/Parks/YnysangharadWarMemorialPark/YnysangharadWarMemorialParkPontypridd.aspx

Directions

See our map; Pontypridd town centre is just a few minutes' walk. https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Tourism/PlanYourVisit/Howtofindus.aspx

"If you’re coming from further afield, Rhondda Cynon Taf is easily accessible via the M4 motorway (Junctions 32, 34 & 35) and the A470 and A465 (Heads of the Valleys Road)."

"The Park is located in the centre of Pontypridd. There is no on-site parking for cars or bus trips. The nearest car parks are located at:

The National Lido of Wales, Lido Ponty, telephones are open 6:30am-9am and 5pm-8pm weekdays and 7:30am-7pm weekends. Alternatively you could email us your query at Lidoponty@rctcbc.gov.uk.

BY ROAD Follow M4 to junction 32, take A470 to Pontypridd. Lido Ponty, the National Lido of Wales, is situated in Ynysangharad War Memorial Park on the A4223. There is no parking on site, but there are several public car parks are within 5 minutes walk of Lido Ponty. CAR PARKS • Gas Road Car Park, Taff Street, Berw Road, CF37 2AA Short Stay - 24 hours • Goods Yard Car Park, CF37 5RG Long Stay - 24 hours • Sardis Road Car Park, Sardis Road, CF37 1LE Long Stay - Opening 7.00am - 7.00pm (Mon-Sat, except Bank Holidays) • Ty Pennant Car Park, Mill Street, CF37 2FW See car park notices for opening hours."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/news/23573859.top-seven-parks-families-within-40-minute-drive-newport/

"The park has a large industrial-themed playground, along with football and tennis courts, a café, and includes the National Lido of Wales which has three heated outdoor pools with a splash pool. It is located at 8 Ceridwen Terrace, Pontypridd, CF37 4PD and is open from 8.30 am until 8.45pm."

Transport

2024: "BY TRAIN: Pontypridd Train Station, 121 Broadway, Pontypridd, CF37 1BE From Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd Station. Enquiries: 08457 484 950.

BY BUS: Pontypridd Bus Station, Morgan Street, Pontypridd, CF37 2DS From Cardiff Central to Pontypridd Bus Station. Enquiries: 0871 200 2233."

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

Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000

Amenities

2024: "Facilities available at the park 1. Baby Changing 2. Bicycle Bays 3. Café 4. Disabled Changing Places Facility 5. Disabled Toilet Facility 6. Museum 7. Non 24/7 Toilets 8. Outdoor Seating 9. Visitors Centre. Wifi when near buildings.

Eating & Drinking 1. Café 2. Dog Friendly (outside) 3. Gluten Free Options 4. Vegetarian and Vegan Options."

National Lido of Wales, Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd CF37 4PE https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Resident/SportsandLeisure/Lido/Home.aspx

And https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Resident/SportsandLeisure/Lido/VisitorCentre/VisitorCentre.aspx

"The Lido Ponty Visitor Centre has full disabled access and a lift from the ground floor. It also offers amazing panoramic views right across Ynysangharad War Memorial Park and Lido Ponty. Opening times are 9am to 5pm. The recently renovated lido offers a wide range of accessibility features.

Accessing the lido is via a concrete ramp which has a handrail to one side, the ramp leads to a set of wooden, automatic entrance doors operated by an InfraRed sensor on approach to the doors. The reception area has a reception desk with a reduced height section and an induction loop is available at the reception desk. Within reception there is a single leaf door which leads outside to the lido. This is a concrete area with a walkway around the pool leading to the accessible changing facilities.

Changing facilities are accessed via a set of sliding automatic entrance doors. To the left is the changing rooms. There is an ambulant-disabled changing room which incorporates a baby change station. The changing facility also offers the use of a changing places bathroom which requires a RADAR key to gain entrance.

Changing Places Bathroom This is a large room and offers the use of a height adjustable changing bed, a ceiling mounted electric hoist (users wishing to utilise the hoist will need to bring their own sling). There is a shower with a fold down shower seat fixed to the wall. The toilet has drop down rails to either side and the emergency pull cord is located next to the toilet, the flush is a spatula handle."

Bowls Pavilion, Ynysangharad Park, 8 Ceridwen Terrace, Pontypridd CF37 4PD; VETERAN DROP-IN CENTRE Drop in: 09:00-15:00 Monday – Thursday weekly, see https://www.woodyslodge.org/how-woodys-can-help-you/veteran-drop-in-centres/

Access to the bowling pavilion is either down a steep ramp or a slightly longer route can be taken on more level ground. The pavilion has two principal entrances. There is a lift to gain access to the upper floor. There is an accessible WC located within the pavilion on the ground floor. The ground floor accessible WC has good colour contrast to the associated rails within the space."

Pontypridd town centre is just a few minutes' walk if you want to explore a wider selection of places to eat and drink.