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Welcome to Bridgend County

Surf. Summits. Scenery.

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Bridgend County is a breath of fresh air. The shoreline is home to year-round surfing, blue-flag beaches and world-class golf. Inland, natural beauty is dotted with historic sites and legends. Our curious traditions include the ancient Mari Lwyd at New Year and the world’s biggest Elvis Festival. All year round, we’re up for an adventure!

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December 18, 2025

The kind of Christmas I actually want: a night at Candleston Woods

'The Trail trail takes its time, winding through the woods under trees dotted with soft lights. Christmas music floats around quietly in the background, not loud, not in your face, just enough to remind you it’s Christmas and that you don’t need to rush it.' - Guest blog by Llio Angharad

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From picturesque beaches and tranquil nature reserves, to pet-welcoming pubs and restaurants, your furry friend is sure to have a tail-wagging good time in Bridgend County! 🐾🐶 📷 @snaphappypetcare Find out more about dog-friendly places in our latest blog! Link in bio... #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #walesbytails #dogfriendlyplaces #dogfriendlyholidays #dogs #dogsofinstagramFrom picturesque beaches and tranquil nature reserves, to pet-welcoming pubs and restaurants, your furry friend is sure to have a tail-wagging good time in Bridgend County! 🐾🐶 📷 @snaphappypetcare Find out more about dog-friendly places in our latest blog! Link in bio... #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #walesbytails #dogfriendlyplaces #dogfriendlyholidays #dogs #dogsofinstagram
Are you still running on adrenaline after the amazing Porthcawl 10K? 👟 We hope everyone who took part or spectated enjoyed the day as much as we did! Don’t forget to tag us in your pics! 📷 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #Porthcawl10K #Porthcawl #running #10krun #runAre you still running on adrenaline after the amazing Porthcawl 10K? 👟 We hope everyone who took part or spectated enjoyed the day as much as we did! Don’t forget to tag us in your pics! 📷 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #Porthcawl10K #Porthcawl #running #10krun #run
With views this good, the golfing’s gonna be great! ⛳ @maesteggolfclub is one of six golf clubs in Bridgend County with scenic delights along the course - making it the perfect destination for the ultimate golfing trip! 🏌️‍♀️ Find out more in our blog! (Link in bio) #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #golfingholiday #golf #golfing #golfclubsWith views this good, the golfing’s gonna be great! ⛳ @maesteggolfclub is one of six golf clubs in Bridgend County with scenic delights along the course - making it the perfect destination for the ultimate golfing trip! 🏌️‍♀️ Find out more in our blog! (Link in bio) #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #golfingholiday #golf #golfing #golfclubs
The countdown is on until the Porthcawl 10K returns this weekend! 👟 Whether you’re taking part or spectating - it’s an epic day out to enjoy the races and soak up the amazing atmosphere - not to mention the beautiful beachside scenery! 🏖️ Don’t forget to tag us in your photos! 📷 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #Porthcawl10K #Porthcawl #running #10Krun #runningeventsThe countdown is on until the Porthcawl 10K returns this weekend! 👟 Whether you’re taking part or spectating - it’s an epic day out to enjoy the races and soak up the amazing atmosphere - not to mention the beautiful beachside scenery! 🏖️ Don’t forget to tag us in your photos! 📷 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #Porthcawl10K #Porthcawl #running #10Krun #runningevents
The lush scenery at Parc Slip Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre is more than enough to make a visit worthwhile - but throw in a sighting of the Highland Cattle and a gorgeous sunset - and you’ve got the perfect scene to feast your eyes upon! 🌅 Have you visited yet? 📷 @lpphotography65 https://www.visitbridgend.co.uk/attractions/ParcSlipNatureReserve #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #parcslipnaturereserve #highlandcattle #naturereserve #wildlifeThe lush scenery at Parc Slip Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre is more than enough to make a visit worthwhile - but throw in a sighting of the Highland Cattle and a gorgeous sunset - and you’ve got the perfect scene to feast your eyes upon! 🌅 Have you visited yet? 📷 @lpphotography65 https://www.visitbridgend.co.uk/attractions/ParcSlipNatureReserve #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #parcslipnaturereserve #highlandcattle #naturereserve #wildlife
With vast green spaces and mighty mountains to discover, there are plenty of scenic routes throughout Bridgend County to delight dog-walkers! 🌳🐶 📷 @nic_k_w 📍Parc Calon Lan Let us know your favourite spot for walkies in the comments! 🐾 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #walesbytails #dogfriendy #dogfriendlyholidays #dogwalkingWith vast green spaces and mighty mountains to discover, there are plenty of scenic routes throughout Bridgend County to delight dog-walkers! 🌳🐶 📷 @nic_k_w 📍Parc Calon Lan Let us know your favourite spot for walkies in the comments! 🐾 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #walesbytails #dogfriendy #dogfriendlyholidays #dogwalking
We harbour a lot of love for Porthcawl’s pretty little Marina. There are boat-loads of reasons to spend some time at the picturesque spot. 🌊🛥️ Sitting alongside Porthcawl’s newly developed Cosy Corner, it’s the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine with an ice cream or grab a bite to eat from one of the excellent nearby restaurants and cafes. 🍦☕ 📸 @stuart_gascoyne #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #PorthcawlHarbour #PorthcawlMarina #boatsboatsboats #Porthcawl #Porthcawlseafront #walescoastWe harbour a lot of love for Porthcawl’s pretty little Marina. There are boat-loads of reasons to spend some time at the picturesque spot. 🌊🛥️ Sitting alongside Porthcawl’s newly developed Cosy Corner, it’s the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine with an ice cream or grab a bite to eat from one of the excellent nearby restaurants and cafes. 🍦☕ 📸 @stuart_gascoyne #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #PorthcawlHarbour #PorthcawlMarina #boatsboatsboats #Porthcawl #Porthcawlseafront #walescoast
Take on epic running trails with the Merthyr Mawr Rabbit Run! 🎽 Yet another gem in the South Wales sporting event calendar - @rabbitrunwales is a challenging 12K trail through the beautiful Merthyr Mawr Estate. 🍃 Take in the hills, dunes and riverbanks of this stunning area, including a tumble down the Big Dipper sand dune, thought to be the highest sand dune in Wales. 👟 🗓️ July 20th Check out our blog for more info! Link in bio #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #running #runningmotivation #runninglife #runningcommunity #runninggoals #runviews #merthyrmawr #run4walesTake on epic running trails with the Merthyr Mawr Rabbit Run! 🎽 Yet another gem in the South Wales sporting event calendar - @rabbitrunwales is a challenging 12K trail through the beautiful Merthyr Mawr Estate. 🍃 Take in the hills, dunes and riverbanks of this stunning area, including a tumble down the Big Dipper sand dune, thought to be the highest sand dune in Wales. 👟 🗓️ July 20th Check out our blog for more info! Link in bio #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #running #runningmotivation #runninglife #runningcommunity #runninggoals #runviews #merthyrmawr #run4wales
Our trails earn wagging tails. 🐶 If you want to treat your pooch to some of the best walking Wales has to offer, you’ll do well to better the scenic routes on offer across Bridgend County, like this paw-fect woodland in the Garw Valley. 🐾🌳 📸 @papisandadogcalledelvis #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #dogsofinstagram #dogwalking #beautyspots #Walkies #WoodlandWalk #WoodlandWalks #hikingtrails #walesbytailsOur trails earn wagging tails. 🐶 If you want to treat your pooch to some of the best walking Wales has to offer, you’ll do well to better the scenic routes on offer across Bridgend County, like this paw-fect woodland in the Garw Valley. 🐾🌳 📸 @papisandadogcalledelvis #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #dogsofinstagram #dogwalking #beautyspots #Walkies #WoodlandWalk #WoodlandWalks #hikingtrails #walesbytails
What a weekend! 🚒🛟🛥️🏖️🏏 We hope you had as much fun as we did at BeachFest and RescueFest 2024!  Please don’t forget to tag us in your photos! 📷 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #BeachFestPorthcawl #RescueFestPorthcawlWhat a weekend! 🚒🛟🛥️🏖️🏏 We hope you had as much fun as we did at BeachFest and RescueFest 2024!  Please don’t forget to tag us in your photos! 📷 #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic #BeachFestPorthcawl #RescueFestPorthcawl
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