Ebbw River facts for kids
The Ebbw River is an important river in South Wales. It's so well-known that it gives its name to the town of Ebbw Vale. In Welsh, the river is called Afon Ebwy.
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The Ebbw River: A Welsh Waterway
The Ebbw River flows through some beautiful parts of South Wales. It's a vital waterway for the areas it passes through.
Where Does the Ebbw River Flow?
The Ebbw River begins its journey and travels south-east. It flows through towns like Risca and then past the western parts of Newport. You can even see it flowing alongside Tredegar Park.
Meeting Other Rivers
The Ebbw River doesn't travel alone; it meets several other rivers along its path to the sea.
- The Ebbw Fach River joins the Ebbw River at a place called Aberbeeg. The Welsh name for the Ebbw Fach, Afon Ebwy Fach, actually means 'little Ebbw river'.
- The River Tyleri is a smaller stream that flows into the Ebbw Fach.
- Further along, the Sirhowy River meets the Ebbw River on its right side at Crosskeys.
- Finally, the Ebbw River, which is affected by the tides near the sea, joins the River Usk near Newport. Both of these rivers then flow into the large Severn Estuary, which is a wide opening where the river meets the sea.
What's in a Name?
You might notice that this river is called "Ebbw River" instead of "River Ebbw." This is a special way of naming rivers in this part of Wales. Other nearby rivers, like the Sirhowy River and Rhymney River, also follow this unique naming style.
