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Hengoed sits on the western edge of the Rhymney Valley, a village that originally grew around its farming roots before the coal industry transformed the local landscape. Its name, meaning ‘old wood’ in Welsh, hints at its rural origins, and even today it maintains a sense of height and space, looking out across the valley towards Gelligaer. The landmark that defines the skyline is the Maesycwmmer Viaduct; while no longer carrying trains, this 19th-century stone masterpiece now serves as a high-level walkway for the National Cycle Network, offering some of the best views in the county. It’s a practical spot for those who work further afield, as the railway station provides a direct link down the valley to Cardiff, yet the proximity to Parc Penallta - a former colliery turned into a sprawling country park - means you’re never more than a few minutes' walk from quiet trails and green hills. It’s a place where the industrial history is still visible in the terraces and the viaduct, but the feel is increasingly defined by the surrounding countryside.