We're in the heart of Blaenavon.

Address

Butterflies Steakhouse 31-33 Queen Street Blaenavon Torfaen, NP4 9PN

Phone

01495 791044

Getting Here

Blaenavon is located in the eastern valleys of South Wales, approximately 8 miles north of Pontypool and 18 miles north of Newport. The restaurant sits on Queen Street in the town centre, a short walk from Big Pit National Coal Museum and Blaenavon Ironworks.

Parking

The nearest public parking are located at the top of Broad Street and Middle Coed Cae, both within easy walking distance of the restaurant.

 

A UNESCO World Heritage Town worth exploring.

Blaenavon is one of Wales's most remarkable towns. Home to Big Pit National Coal Museum, Blaenavon Ironworks, and the Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway, there's plenty to fill the hours before your table is ready.

If you're travelling from further afield, it's well worth arriving early and making a day of it.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We're open Tuesday to Saturday from 5pm, and Sunday from 12.30pm. We're closed on Mondays. We'd always recommend booking in advance — walk-ins are welcome but tables do fill up, particularly on weekends.

  • Yes — free public parking is available on Lion Street, a two-minute walk from the restaurant. Additional parking can be found at the Blaenavon Heritage Centre car park on North Street.

  • We want everyone to feel welcome. Please give us a call on 01495 791044 before your visit and we'll do everything we can to make sure the right arrangements are in place for you.

  • Absolutely — children are very welcome at Butterflies. We'd recommend booking ahead so we can make sure we have the right setup ready for your little butterflies!

  • Dogs are welcome in our Walled Garden during the summer months, where they'll have plenty of space to relax. Our indoor dining rooms are not suitable for dogs as they are intimate spaces.

  • More than you might expect. Blaenavon itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Town with several remarkable attractions worth building your visit around:

    • Big Pit National Coal Museum — a free, world-class underground mining experience, just ten minutes' walk from the restaurant

    • Blaenavon Ironworks — a beautifully preserved 18th century ironworks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its own right

    • Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway — a heritage steam railway running through the hillside above the town

    • Blaenavon World Heritage Centre — the ideal starting point if you're new to the town, with free entry and plenty of local history

    If you're making a day of it, Abergavenny is just 8 miles away and well worth the detour — a thriving market town with an excellent food scene, independent shops, and easy access to the Brecon Beacons National Park. The famous Abergavenny Food Festival takes place each September and draws visitors from across the UK.

    For walkers, the Blorenge mountain sits directly above Blaenavon and offers stunning views across the Usk Valley on a clear day.