Rest Bay Watersports Centre
The centre overlooks the beautiful, clean waters of Rest Bay, a blue flag beach, and Porthcawl is one of Britain’s fastest growing surf destinations. Perhaps that’s because it’s a convenient three hour trip from London. That makes it the closest, most consistent watersports destination to the UK capital, and it’s less than an hour from Cardiff.
Porthcawl - Town Beach
Town Beach has recently undergone a £3 million sea defence scheme upgrade along with strengthening of the sea wall along the lower promenade. It runs from Porthcawl Marina and the RNLI boat station in the east to the Grand Pavillion.
Parc Slip Nature Reserve
Parc Slip Nature Reserve itself is an area of 300 acres containing a fantastic mix of habitats such as grassland, woodland and wetlands, restored from its previous status as an opencast coal mine.
Castell Coety (Cadw)
An important Norman stronghold rebuilt in the 14th century, forming part of the three castles of Ogmore, Newcastle and Coity.
Parc Calon Lan
This park has been created from reclaimed coal works. It has woodland, and footpaths that lead through the mountains. Also see its many sculptures.
Llwybr Coedwig Cymru Trail - Section 3
A circa 80km waymarked pilot section of the Llwybr Coedwig Cymru Trail connecting you to some of the National Forest sites in South Wales. You will see the variety of woodlands and forests, from mixed broadleaf through to productive forests – something for the family to enjoy, nature lovers and those looking for an adventure by foot, wheel or hoof!
Porthcawl Museum
The museum has a great many collections on offer, including the 49th Reconnaisance Regiment formed in 1941, Samtampa Disaster 1947, Railways, The Great War exhibition, archaeological finds and records from local churches.
Kenfig National Nature Reserve
Kenfig NNR (includes the area of sand dunes and Kenfig Pool) are designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Glamorgan's largest natural lake, Kenfig Pool, is set on the edge of this beautiful sand dune nature reserve.
Locks Common
Locks common begins at the end-point of Porthcawl promenade, and continues through to Rest Bay in the west. Locks common is a perfect place for walks with panoramic views of Rest Bay and the Bristol Channel.
