Bridgend
Top Places to Visit
Parc Tondu Victorian Ironworks
One of the newest and most exciting attractions in the area is Tondu Park, the conserved structures of a former Victorian ironworks. This unique legacy of South... more
Candleston Castle
Surrounded by the huge sand dune system of Merthyr Mawr warren, you can still visit the remains of Candleston Castle, once a 14th century fortified manor house.
Coity Castle
The castle began as a late 11th century ringwork. A rectangular stone keep and the main curtain wall were added by the Normans in the 12th century, under the de... more
New Castle
Dramatically positioned on its hill overlooking the River Ogmore and town of Bridgend, is Newcastle, dominating the surrounding area like a brooding giant. The ... more
Visitor Centre
New for 2013 is the freshly reopened Parc Slip Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre with Coffee Shop and upstairs Discovery Room, which is available for hire. A new ... more
Ogmore Castle And Stepping Stones
Substantial remains of a Norman stone-built castle, raised by the de Londres family. The initial earthwork castle was established by William de Londres, soon ... more
Top Places to Eat
Merthyr Mawr Village And Sand Dunes
Merthyr Mawr Village is a cluster of tiny thatched cottages that appear untouched by time. The village has been the location for a number of major movies, along... more
Garw Valley / Cwm Garw
The Garw Valley is a former coal-mining community nestled in between the hillsides of the Ogmore and Llynfi Valleys and part of the Heritage Hills. The Valley ... more
Top Shopping Places
The Rhiw Shopping Centre
At the very heart of the main retain area of Bridgend, the centre has the largest all weather shopping facility in Bridgend with 22 shops many of which are ...
The Rhiw Shopping Centre
At the very heart of the main retain area of Bridgend, the centre has the largest all weather shopping facility in Bridgend with 22 shops many of which are ...
Bridgend Designer Outlet
Enjoy an altogether more relaxed atmosphere at Bridgend Designer Outlet, away from the hustle and bustle of the high street. You'll find our picturesque, ... more
Bridgend Designer Outlet
Enjoy an altogether more relaxed atmosphere at Bridgend Designer Outlet, away from the hustle and bustle of the high street. You'll find our picturesque, ... more
Top Activity Places
Bridgend & District Golf Club
Phone: 01506 834140
9-hole parkland course with great viewsNr Linlithgow
Southerndown Golf Club
Phone: 01656 880476
18Southerndown Golf Club is located 1 mile from the mouth of the river Ogmore, 3 miles south west of Bridgend, nr Ogmore Castle ruins. At the village of Ewenny... more
St Mary's Hotel G&cc
Phone: Golf & Pro 01656 861599 Hotel 01656 861100
The St Mary's Hotel Golf & Country Club Pencoed Bridgend offers a selection of quality facilities and services to make your stay both comfortable and memorable... more
Coed-y-mwstwr Golf Club
Phone: Secretary 01656 864934
18 - Parkland course with lush diamond patterned fairways and receptive well protected greens"Coed - Y - Mwstwr" Golf Club, as the name, "Whispering Woods" ... more