BeenThere-DoneThat: The Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire.

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The Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

Part of the Pump House, Rock Garden, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

Part of the Edwardian Spa Pavilion. The arrival of the railway in the 19th century led to the commercial development of the natural mineral springs, and the town became a popular spa town.

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The Original Chalybeate Spring, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

The original Chalybeate Spring where you can still 'take the waters'. It is safe to drink although I understand the taste is very odd (No, I haven't tried it).

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Interesting seating, Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

Not far from the Chalybeate Spring is this rather odd seating arrangement by the Arlais Brook.

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A path in the Rock Gardens, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

One of the many woodland paths; this one is along the top of the Arlais Brook valley.

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Rhododendrons, Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

There are a few Rhododendrons in the Rock Park together with various other flowering plants.

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Acers in the Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

Acers, within the Maple Glade, by one of the paths.

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Paths and Bridges, Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

A footbridge carrying one path passing over another path.

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Bridges, Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

A view along one of the wooden walkways. The Rock Park is open all year and is free to visit.

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Arlais Brook, Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

The Arlais Brook.

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an interesting Sculpture, Rock Park, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire

One of the sculptures which is part of the Sculpture Trail.

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