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About Gelligaer

Gelligaer occupies elevated ground in Caerphilly County Borough, accessible via the A469 from Cardiff through Pontypridd or the A472 from the Rhymney Valley. The former mining village sits amid rolling hills with over 150 EV charging points nearby. Gelligaer Common spans 580 hectares of ancient heathland, featuring Bronze Age burial mounds and sweeping valley views.

Where is Gelligaer on the map?

Gelligaer is in Wales, at 51.664, -3.256 - about 5 km south-west of Aberbargoed.

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9 chargers

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What is the closest airport to Gelligaer?

The closest airport to Gelligaer is Cardiff International Airport, 45 km (about 46 min by car).

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