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"ABOUT THE GWAELOD-Y-GARTH INN"
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HISTORY
The Gwaelod y Garth Inn sits on the junction of two roads which follow the routes of old trackways which passed through the area several centuries ago. The main road through the village was once an important trackway to Merthyr from Llandaf. The track would have been used by travellers and farmers moving their produce around the area and the inn provided an opportunity to profit from quenching the thirst of weary passers-by.
The establishment of an inn at the junction is shrouded in mystery in respect of the date. The earliest reference we have to an inn on this site is on the 1838 tithe schedule, although it may have existed earlier as an alehouse.
OUR FRIENDS
Just Baked - Martin Loosemore supplies his gorgeous bread to us everyday from Abercynon.
W.R. Bishops - Our greengrocer that's been in business for over 60 years.
E. Ashton Fishmongers - Wales largest independent fishmongers deliver superb fresh fish to us daily.
Farmers Pantry - Vale of Glamorgan butchers that supply us with beef and lamb from their farms.
Glamorgan Quality Meats - Butchers from Barry that provide us with our famous faggots, as well as local pork.
Fine Wines - Nigel O'Sullivan and his team provide all of our wine and spirits.
Crafty Devil - Craft brewery in Cardiff that are currently producing a craft beer just for us.
Bradgy Twt Lol - Excellent brewery just less than 3 miles away.
Segafredo - Located in Merthyr, Segafredo are committed to protecting the welfare of the coffee farmers.
Mario's - Luxury ice cream from Carmarthenshire.
OUR TEAM
This amazing team, of 35 members, give so much, thriving on the continual challenges that are thrown their way, on a day to day basis and supporting each other along the way. They are a characterful bunch too, with ages ranging from 16 to 76 years. The management has remained relatively consistent over the last 14 years and the low staff turnover is something to brag about, with the combined years of service amongst the 10 longest serving staff being an impressive 105 years!