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.
Castell Coety (Cadw)
An important Norman stronghold rebuilt in the 14th century, forming part of the three castles of Ogmore, Newcastle and Coity.
St John's House
St John’s House is protected as a Grade II listed building, described as the oldest habitable building in the Bridgend area.
Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve
Set on the South Wales coast, Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve, Bridgend is home to the highest dune in Wales, known as the Big Dipper.
Porthcawl - Newton Beach
Newton is the most easterly beach at Porthcawl and is a ten minute walk from the picturesque village of Newton.
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.
Spirit of Llynfi Woodland
The Spirit of Llynfi Woodland is located on the eastern slopes of the Upper Llynfi Valley, nine miles north of Bridgend and five miles south east of Afan Forest Park.
Wiggleys Twilight Forest Experience
Halloween Forest Trail. Children's play areas. Farm animals to meet and feed. Cafe selling food, drinks and snacks.
Dark Wales Tours
Dark Wales Tours conducts Ghost Tours around various locations in South Wales where you will discover the history, myths, legends and ghost stories of each location.
