Ty Mawr, the Great House, was built for Sam Hopkins, ironmaster of the Blaenavon works (NPRN 34134) in about 1800. It continued as a private or corporate residence until 1924/5, when it became a hospital (see NPRN 306222). It is now a nursing home.
The original house was a south-west facing three storey late Georgian mansion set in extensive grounds (NPRN 265939). It has been added to and modified on several occassions. A fire escape has been built against the main facade.

Source: CADW Listed Buildings Database (15272)

John Wiles 29.02.08