Rugby fans can now watch the United Rugby Championship in the heart of Bridgend as the Ospreys kick off their season at Brewery Field! With a pre-season win against Exeter Chiefs earlier this month, the Osprey’s 2025-26 campaign has begun - with all home matches being played in Bridgend while the team continues to finalise a lease for St Helen’s Sports Ground in Swansea.
Visiting fans can expect easy access into Bridgend from the M4 corridor, plus opportunities to explore the town before and after matches! Here's a snippet of some of the best things to see and do while you’re in the area:
Historical attractions
Bridgend is full of history! Explore castle ruins at Newcastle, or visit historical St John’s House - thought to be one of the oldest dwellings in Bridgend. There's also a heritage trail to follow around Bridgend town centre, linking twenty eight points of interest.
Shopping
Bridgend’s town centre is an eclectic mix of shopping opportunities with high street chains and independents in Caroline Street and surrounding streets, as well as The Rhiw Shopping Centre.
Bridgend Designer Outlet is a short drive out of town, offering designer brands and popular food chains, plus activities for children.
Nature Walks
Fancy a walk around the area? Newbridge Fields offers leafy paths next to the River Ogmore, or a little further afield you’ll find the quaint village of Merthyr Mawr, leading towards a spectacular national nature reserve with impressive sand dunes.
Foodie Heaven
You're in for a treat if you're fuelling up before or after the rugby, with Bridgend being home to many fantastic places to eat and drink. At the Brewery Field ground you'll find vibrant street food, or just a stroll away you'll find an extensive list of popular and award-winning restaurants.
Tips for getting there:
- Arrive early: because ground‑side and closer car parks fill fast.
- Be aware of closing times of multistorey or council car parks (some lock gates at certain times).
- For those with accessibility needs, the club has made provisions; contacting ahead is advised.
Parking
Bowls Hall, Angel Street | CF31 4AH | 12min walk | 4 disabled bays | 6 EV charging bays | 95 Spaces - Please note this facility will be locked at 7pm.
Tremains, Tremains Road | CF31 1ST | 8min walk | 2 disabled bays | 2 EV charging bays | 56 Spaces
Rhiw Multistorey, Water Street | CF31 1DP | 9 min walk | 15 disabled days | No EV charging | 242 Spaces- Please note this facility will be locked at 7pm.
Brackla 3, Brackla Street | CF31 1BX | 13 min walk | 4 disabled bays | 2 EV charging bays | 115 Spaces
Swimming Pool, Angel Street | CF31 4AH | 12min walk | No disabled or EV facilities | 40 Spaces
There are also 200 spaces available at the Embassy Car Park, CF31 4JA.
Public Transport
- Bridgend train station is on the main Swansea‑to‑London line, well served. It’s less than a 10‑minute walk to Brewery Field.
- Bridgend Bus Station is around an 8 minute walk from Brewery Field, with services connecting across the local areas and beyond.
Find more Match Day information here.
Don’t miss the first home game!
On Saturday 11th October, the Ospreys will take on Italian side Zebre Parma in their first home fixture of the season. Come along to soak up the atmosphere at Brewery Field in this exciting international tournament clash!
