Village and community in Rhondda, Wales
Ynyshir
Ynyshir is a village and community located in the Rhondda Valley, within Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales.
The name of the village means "long island" in Welsh and takes its name from a farm in the area, falling within the historic parishes of Ystradyfodwg and Llanwynno (Llanwonno). The community of Ynyshir lies between the small adjoining village of Wattstown and the larger town of neighbouring Porth.
How locals move
Getting around Ynyshir the local way
- Get inThere is an international airport at Cardiff and a small airport serving private planes at Swansea There are regular car ferry services from Ireland to Fishguard and Pembroke.
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