Bridgend Travel Guide

 Myfanwe Says:  Coity Castle is a fabulous place to explore, it has many interesting features and lots of information boards so that you can read all about it's History.The Castle was originally established soon after 1100 but much of the building dates from the fourteenth century and... 

 Myfanwe Says:  Newcastle, now in ruins but formerly holding a strategic position guarding the river crossing below overlooking what is now the bustling town of Bridgend. The original castle, first mentioned in 1106, marked the western limit of Robert Fitzhamon's conquests. It is thought to... 

 Balam Says:  The Castle controlled a ford on the river Ogmore and was probably built in the early 12c and would have been then constructed of wood. The stone castle was built probably on the site of the Old, it was later refortified by Henry II in the 1180s, as indicated by the... 

 neilward Says:  Ogmore Beach is about 10 minutes from Bridgend,its a lovely beach.Lifeguards in attendance,frequent visitors are surfers and families.lots of sheep wander around,But are no bother,what bothers me there,is the amount of dogs mess thar irresponsible dog owners just leave lying... 

 51 Opinions

 uglyscot Says:  This 15 Century coaching inn is very atmospheric with its wooden beams and plastered walls. There is also a conservatory and outside seating, as well as a function room, a bar and other seating areas.The walls are decorated with pictures of Wellington, soldiers of that era.... 

 Rach109 Says:  This small village pub / resturant serves the most stunning dishes !a very popular restaurant that we keep going back to as its one of our favourites the homemade pate and the stuffed chicken breast are my faves ! 

 jhorsfield30 Says:  Good venue with ease of access, car park opposite even though pay for.On the climb up the stairs to the bowling alley, you are met with a rustic feel and neon lightning. The main area is well spaced, however, theming is minimal and prices are average. However, the staff were... 

 jhorsfield30 Says:  £5 for a pass on arriva trains, allows 50% off train services to cardiff and the valleys on arriva trains. 

 M0B1US Says:  About half an hour up the M4 on junction 36 is Wales' largest designer outlet centre - who says us men don't enjoy shopping!?I was like a child in a candy store here and could have easily spent large, but managed to curtail it to only a few items - though I feel at least one... 

 Paolomusc Says:  The Rhiw Shopping Centre, right in the town itself, offers undercover shopping with around 22 shops many of which are famouse High Street names, plus a brilliant indoor market. This should be your first port of call when shopping in Bridgend. The town is often mentioned as... 

 uglyscot Says:  This lovely shop is in Veritys Court, a charming little haven off the main street. It shares its location with Oxfam, a bicycle specialist and a craft shop. The cakes we saw were amazing.There was a 3 teir wedding cake with what looked like black snowflakes on it, that was... 

 uglyscot Says:  We followed brown castle symbols and found this wonderful spot by the river Ewenny. It is about two and a half miles south west of Bridgend. There are warnings about sudden floods and the danger to parked cars, but we took the risk. The castle is on a slightly elevated area... 

 uglyscot Says:  Cowbridge is an old market town- cattle market. The town dates back to Roman and particularly medieval times. It has a beautiful shopping street- likened to Bond Street in London. There are a number of shops selling bread, chocolate, clothes that are not the usual... 

 uglyscot Says:  Near Bridgend, on a hill can be seen a wind farm. The giant white windmills stand out on a sunny day.I'm all in favour of conserving energy, but do wonder whether these giants are a blot ona the landscape.The pictures were taken when driving on the motorway, so I wasn't sure...