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Maesycwmmer sits on the eastern side of the Rhymney Valley, directly across the river from Hengoed. It’s a village defined largely by its steep geography and its industrial heritage, most notably the towering Maesycwmmer Viaduct. Built in the 1850s to carry the Taff Vale Extension over the valley, this limestone structure remains the local landmark, and the old railway line it once carried is now part of the National Cycle Network. The village itself is compact, with many of the original stone terraced houses following the slope of the hill. Practicality is a strong point here; you have the convenience of direct rail links to Cardiff and Ebbw Vale via Hengoed railway station just a short walk across the valley floor, and the A469 provides a straightforward road connection towards Caerphilly. While it’s primarily a quiet residential spot today, its origins as a bustling hub for the local collieries are still visible in the layout of the streets and the traditional social clubs that remain central to the community.