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Pumsaint. Yr unig fwynglawdd aur Rhufeinig yn y DU. The only known Roman Gold Mine in the UK. Cared for by National Trust Cymru. All tours must be pre-booked.

Gwisgwch eich bŵts a dewch i ddarganfod unig Fwynglawdd Aur Rhufeinig hysbys y DU. Dan ofal Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol Cymru, mae gweithfeydd cloddio segur Dolaucothi yn sefyll yng nghanol yr olygfa odidog a llu o fywyd gwyllt Ystâd Dolaucothi ym Mhumsaint. O dan y ddaear, mae ein Tywyswyr arbenigol yn eich arwain drwy fynedfeydd ac orielau rhyfeddol i ddatgelu cyfrinachau mwyngloddio aur o’r oes a fu i’r 20fed ganrif. Gallwch hefyd fwynhau atyniadau ar yr wyneb gan gynnwys ein hiard mwynglawdd o’r 1930au, panio aur a theithiau cerdded yn yr Ystâd. Rhaid archebu lleoedd ar bob taith ymlaen llaw. Edrychwch ar y wefan am amseroedd agor ac i drefnu’ch ymweliad: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dolaucothi

Pull on your boots and discover the UK’s only known Roman Gold Mine. Cared for by National Trust Cymru, Dolaucothi’s disused mine workings are set amidst the beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Dolaucothi Estate in Pumsaint. Underground, our expert Guides lead you through fascinating adits and galleries to unveil the secrets of gold mining from ancient times to C20th. You can also enjoy surface attractions including our 1930’s Mine Yard, gold panning and Estate walks. Please check the website for opening times and to plan your visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dolaucothi

28/10/2026

Calan Gaeaf at Dolaucothi | Calan Gaeaf yn Nolaucothi 👻

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Mentrwch i fyd o lên gwerin, mythau a chwedlau’r Calan Gaeaf hwn, 28-31 Hydref.

Archwiliwch fwyngloddiau hynafol a dewch o hyd i’r chwedlau sy’n rhan o’r dirwedd, o straeon y Pum Saint a’r wrach Gwenno i’r Ladi Wen a’r Hwch Ddu Gwta ddychrynllyd.

Dolen yn y capsiynau i gynllunio eich ymweliad. 👇

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Step into a world of folklore, myths and legends this Calan Gaeaf, 28-31 October.

Explore an ancient mine and uncover the legends woven through the landscape, from the tales of the Five Saints and the witch Gwenno to Y Ladi Wen and the fearsome Hwch Ddu Gwta.

Link in comments to plan your visit. 👇

23/10/2026

Calan Gaeaf

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Calan Gaeaf 5 diwrnod yn unig i fynd nes i Galan Gaeaf ddechrau yn Nolaucothi. Camwch i fyd llên gwerin hudolus, mwyngloddiau hynafol a mythau a chwedlau Cymreig fel yr Hwch Ddu Gwta, y Pum Sant a’r Ladi Wen.

Cewch ragor o wybodaeth yma: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events/9647216e-3751-4660-b22b-ab342a0120ce

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There are just 5 days to go until Calan Gaeaf begins at Dolaucothi. Step into the world of magical folklore, ancient mines and Welsh myths and legends such as the Hwch Ddu Gwta, Five Saints and Y Ladi Wen.

Find out more here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events/9647216e-3751-4660-b22b-ab342a0120ce

19/10/2026

Calan Gaeaf yn Nolaucothi | Calan Gaeaf at Dolaucothi

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📅28 – 31 Hydref | October, 10am – 5pm

Camwch i fyd o fwyngloddiau hynafol, creaduriaid dirgel a llên gwerin hudolus wrth i chi grwydro o amgylch y straeon sydd wedi’u plethu yn nhirwedd Dolaucothi.

Darganfyddwch straeon y Pum Sant, Y Ladi Wen a’r Hwch Ddu Gwta chwedlonol. Dilynwch lwybrau llên gwerin trochol, dewch o hyd i gymeriadau dirgel, a datgelwch chwedlau ac atgofion sydd wedi cael eu trosglwyddo ymlaen dros genedlaethau.

Trwy adrodd straeon, theatr ac archwilio, cewch argraff cwbl newydd o Ddolaucothi, lle mae hanes a llên gwerin yn cyd-blethu yn un o dirweddau mwyaf rhyfeddol Cymru.

Mwy o wybodaeth yma: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events/9647216e-3751-4660-b22b-ab342a0120ce

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Step into a world of ancient mines, mysterious creatures and magical folklore as you explore the stories woven into Dolaucothi's landscape.

Discover tales of the Five Saints, Y Ladi Wen and the legendary Hwch Ddu Gwta. Follow immersive folklore trails, encounter mysterious characters, and uncover the myths and memories that have been passed down through generations.

Through storytelling, theatre and exploration, you'll see Dolaucothi in a whole new light, where history and folklore intertwine in one of Wales’s most extraordinary landscapes.

Find out more here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events/9647216e-3751-4660-b22b-ab342a0120ce

12/10/2026

Swyddi | Jobs 📣

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Mae gennym ddau gyfle gwych i ymuno â’r tîm ar gyfer portffolio Sir Gaerfyrddin a Cheredigion, sy’n cynnwys Dinefwr, Llanerchaeron, Dolaucothi ac Arfordir Ceredigion.

👉 Uwch Swyddog Cyfathrebu a Marchnata; https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/ #/vacancy-detail/180515

Mae hwn yn gyfle cyffrous i weithiwr cyfathrebu a marchnata creadigol arwain y gwaith o gynllunio a chyflwyno ymgyrchoedd aml-sianel sy’n ysbrydoli pobl i ymweld, yn dyfnhau ymgysylltiad cynulleidfaoedd ac yn cefnogi blaenoriaethau allweddol y sefydliad. Rydym yn chwilio am rywun sy’n gallu gweithio’n hyderus ar draws amrywiaeth o sianeli, gan gynnwys gwefannau, cyfryngau cymdeithasol, marchnata e-bost, cysylltiadau â’r cyfryngau a hysbysebu taledig.

👉 Rheolwr Cymunedol a Chyfranogi; https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/ #/vacancy-detail/180074

Mae’r rôl newydd a chyffrous hon yn helpu mwy o bobl i gysylltu â natur, harddwch a hanes ein lleoedd. Byddwch yn adeiladu perthnasoedd ystyrlon â chymunedau lleol, yn datblygu partneriaethau, yn creu cyfleoedd mwy cynhwysol i gymryd rhan ac yn helpu i sicrhau bod lleisiau lleol yn llywio dyfodol ein gwaith.

Dyddiad cau: Dydd Sul, 25 Hydref.

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We have two fantastic opportunities to join the team for the Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion portfolio, which includes Dinefwr, Llanerchaeron, Dolaucothi and the Ceredigion Coast.

👉 Senior Communications and Marketing Officer; https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/ #/vacancy-detail/180515

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative communications and marketing professional to lead the planning and delivery of multi-channel campaigns that inspire visits, deepen audience engagement and support key organisational priorities. We're looking for someone who can confidently work across a range of channels, including websites, social media, email marketing, media relations and paid advertising.

👉 Community and Participation Manager; https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/ #/vacancy-detail/180074

This exciting new role will help more people connect with the nature, beauty and history of our places. You'll build meaningful relationships with local communities, develop partnerships, create more inclusive opportunities for participation and help ensure local voices shape the future of our work.

Closing date: Sunday 25 October.

16/09/2026

Mynediad am ddim i Dolaucothi y penwythnos hwn: Free entry to Dolaucothi this weekend

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Drysau Agored 19-20 Medi | Open Doors 19-20 September

Mwynhewch fynediad am ddim i Dolaucothi y penwythnos hwn. Cymerwch olwg ar yr iard gloddio, y ganolfan faes a’r Llwybr Mwynfa Rufeinig.

(Rhaid archebu lle ymlaen llaw ar gyfer y Daith Mwynglawdd Fictoraidd a’r Daith Mwynglawdd Gwastad, mae'r pris yn berthnasol i'r daith.).

Cewch ragor o wybodaeth yma: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cy/visit/wales/dolaucothi

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Enjoy free entry to Dolaucothi this weekend. Explore the mineyard, fieldcentre and Roman Mine.

(Please be aware you must book in advance for the Victorian Mine Tour and the Level Mine Tour, charges apply for the tours).

Find out more here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi

02/09/2026

Drysau Agored yn Nolaucothi | Open Doors at Dolaucothi

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Mwynhewch fynediad am ddim i Ddolaucothi ar y 19 a'r 20 o Fedi. Dewch â ffrindiau a theulu i fwynhau diwrnod allan ym myd natur a dysgu am hanes y lle arbennig hwn.

Crwydrwch iard y mwynglawdd, rhowch gynnig ar olchi aur, ewch i weld yr arddangosfa yng nghanolfan y maes ac ewch ar daith i lawr i'r mwynglawdd (archebwch ymlaen llaw ar gyfer teithiau, plant dros 5 yn unig).

Cynlluniwch eich ymweliad yma: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events

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Enjoy free access to Dolaucothi on the 19 and 20 of September. Bring friends and family to enjoy a day out in nature, exploring the history of this special place.

Explore the mine yard, have a go at gold panning, browse the exhibition in the field centre and go on a tour down the mine (please book in advance for tours, children over 5 years only).

Plan your visit here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events

19/08/2026

Antur drwy hanes | Advenure into history

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Gwisgwch eich esgidiau a’ch het galed a chamwch yn ôl mewn amser i ddarganfod tirwedd Cymru ar hyd yr oesoedd. Dysgwch am yr unig Fwynglawdd Aur Rhufeinig hysbys yn y DU, rhowch gynnig ar olchi aur, ewch i weld yr arddangosfa yn y ganolfan faes ac ewch ar daith.

Cynlluniwch eich ymweliad yma: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cy/visit/wales/dolaucothi

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Put on the hard, pull on the boots, and step back in time to discover a Welsh landscape through the eras. Learn about the only known Roman Gold Mine in the UK, have a go at gold panning, view the exhibition in the field centre and go on a tour.

Plan your visit here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi

30/07/2026

Camwch yn ôl mewn amser | Step back in time

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Oeddech chi’n gwybod eich bod chi nawr yn gallu ymweld â’r Mwynglawdd Rhufeinig heb gael taith dywys? Ymwelwch ag iard y mwynglawdd am gerdyn sganio, a gallwch sganio eich hun drwy’r giât er mwyn darganfod hanes cyfoethog tirwedd Cymru.

Cymerwch olwg agosach a gallwch weld yr olion pigo yn y graig o ychydig dros 2,000 o flynyddoedd yn ôl.

Gwiriwch yma ar gyfer yr amseroedd agor: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cy/visit/wales/dolaucothi

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Did you know that you can now visit the Roman Mine without a tour?

Visit the mine yard for a fob, and you can scan yourself through the gate to discover the rich history of the Welsh landscape.

Look a little closer and you can still see the pick marks in the rock from around 2,000 years ago.

View all opening times here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi

20/07/2026

Cŵn yn Nolaucothi | Dogs at Dolaucothi

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Oeddech chi’n gwybod bod croeso i gŵn ar dennyn ddod i grwydro Dolaucothi? Mae caniatâd i gŵn fynd i bobman heblaw’r Mwynglawdd Fictoraidd a’r Mwynglawdd Gwastad.

Mae digon o arogleuon a lle iddynt fwynhau mynd am dro ar y mwynlawr. Ewch am dro i ben y bryn ac yna crwydro tu mewn i’r mwynglawdd Rhufeinig ei hun!

Gofynnwn i’r holl ymwelwyr â chŵn ymweld yn gyfrifol a dilyn ein Cod Cŵn.

Cewch ragor o wybodaeth yma: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cy/visit/wales/dolaucothi

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Did you know that dogs on leads are welcome to explore Dolaucothi? Dogs can go everywhere except into the Victorian and Level Mine.

There's plenty of sniffs and space for them to enjoy a stroll in the mineyard, take a walk up to the top of the hill and then explore inside the Roman mine itself!

We ask all visitors with dogs to visit responsibly and following our Canine Code.

Find out more here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi

15/07/2026

Gŵyl Archaeoleg | The Festival of Archaeology

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📅1 & 2 Awst | August
📍Pumsaint, Camarthenshire (Community Field alongside the A482)

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Camwch yn ôl mewn amser a dysgu mwy am y Rhufeiniaid yn Nolaucothi a’r ardal gyfagos.

Gallwch wrando ar sgwrs am fywyd yn y gaer yn y cyfnod Rhufeinig, cael eich enw wedi ei ysgrifennu mewn llawysgrifen Rufeinig, ymweld â bathdy a***n a chrydd, gwylio arddangosfa o ddulliau tirfesur hynafol, dysgu am wybodaeth feddygol ac arferion llawfeddygol y cyfnod ac, wrth gwrs, gweld digon o frwydro milwrol!

Bydd Cymdeithas Hanesyddol Bywyd Rhufeinig Legio VIII Augusta MGV yn perfformio dros y penwythnos cyfan, gan ddod â’r gorffennol pell yn fyw gyda’r cipolwg rhyfeddol hwn ar fywyd a'r cyfnod Rhufeinig.

Cynlluniwch eich ymweliad: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events/6b0ef1a1-b79a-4cc3-9156-5410153d28ce

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Step back in time and learn more about the Romans at Dolaucothi and the surrounding area.

Catch a talk about life at the fort in the Roman era, have your name written in Roman script, visit a coin mint and a cobbler, watch a demonstration of ancient surveying methods, learn about the medical knowledge and surgical practices of the day and, of course, see plenty of military action!

The Legio VIII Augusta MGV Roman Living History Society will perform over the whole weekend, bringing the distant past to boisterous life with this fascinating insight into Roman lives and times.

Find out more: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/dolaucothi/events/6b0ef1a1-b79a-4cc3-9156-5410153d28ce

📸 S Owens Photography

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Dolaucothi Gold Mines
Llanwrda
SA198US

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dolaucothi/

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