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Gelli sits on the steep southern slope of the Rhondda Fawr valley, essentially forming a continuous link between Ystrad and Pentre. Historically, the village grew around the Gelli Colliery, which opened in the 1870s and shaped the grid-like terraced streets that still define the landscape today. High Street serves as the main artery through the village, providing a straightforward connection to the rail stations at Ystrad Rhondda and Ton Pentre, both of which are within walking distance for most residents. Geographically, Gelli is hemmed in by the mountainside, which offers immediate access to upland walking trails, though the incline of many residential streets can be quite demanding. While it shares many amenities with neighbouring Pentre, Gelli has its own distinct community hubs, including the local primary school and the expansive Gelli Park, which provides a rare flat green space for sport and recreation in an otherwise vertical terrain.