Is Bridgend worth visiting?

It’s nestled between the cities of Cardiff and Swansea but Bridgend has plenty of attractions of its own. The county’s rich history and diverse communities means there are always new hidden gems for visitors to discover.

What are the nice areas of Bridgend?

Porthcawl, Kennelly area are very nice. In Bridgend I’d avoid the centre but coity, coychurch, pen coed etc are all nice areas with some beautiful houses. Fwiw the trains between Swansea are good and it’s only 30-40 minutes drive from Swansea to Bridgend. And swansea is much more cosmopolitan.

Where can I go on a date in Bridgend?

Rest Bay Beach. 379. Beaches.

  • Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes. 410. Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • The Grand Pavilion. 255. Theatres.
  • Bryngarw Country Park. 344. Parks.
  • Porthcawl Surf School. 440. Surfing & Windsurfing.
  • Adventure Rooms Bridgend. Escape Games.
  • Bushcraft Adventures. Nature & Wildlife Tours.
  • Cressey’s Surf Academy. Surfing & Windsurfing.

    • What is Bridgend famous for?

    Bridgend is on the National Cycle Route and there are off-road spurs from the Celtic Trail to the town centre and a community route in the Ogmore Valley. Glyncorrwg and the Afan Valley about 12 miles (19 km) north of Bridgend near Maesteg is famed for its mountain bike trails, considered amongst the best in Europe.

    What is at Bridgend?

    Bridgend County is home to beautiful surf-ready beaches, world-class golf courses and some of the tallest sand dunes in northern Europe. Further inland you’ll uncover ancient woodland, rugged MTB trails and quite possibly the oldest pub in Wales.

    What county is Bridgend in Wales?

    county of Glamorgan
    Bridgend, Welsh Pen-y-bont Ar Ogwr, town and urban area (from 2011 built-up area), Bridgend county borough, historic county of Glamorgan (Morgannwg), southern Wales. It is situated on the River Ogmore, a short distance upstream from the Bristol Channel, and is the administrative centre of the county borough.

    Is Bridgend safe?

    Bridgend is the second most dangerous small town in Mid Glamorgan, and is among the top 5 most dangerous overall out of Mid Glamorgan’s 68 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Bridgend in 2021 was 118 crimes per 1,000 people.

    Is Ogmore by Sea a nice place to live?

    The town boasts a superb range of bistros, restaurants, pubs and wine bars catering for every taste. With its rolling hills, pretty market towns and stunning coastline, you can’t fail to fall for The Vale of Glamorgan – from the the beautiful Dyffryn Gardens to the Victorian seaside resort of Penarth.

    Where is the best place to visit in Wales?

    15 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Wales

    • Snowdonia National Park. The fishing lake Llyn Y Dywarchen, Snowdonia National Park.
    • Brecon Beacons National Park.
    • Cardiff Castle & National Museum Cardiff.
    • Devil’s Bridge and the Hafod Estate.
    • Wales by Rail.
    • Caernarfon Castle.
    • Conwy & Conwy Castle.
    • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

    Why is it called Bridgend?

    The present name of the town is authentically derived from the name ‘Bryggen Eynde’ and is mentioned in a document dated 1447 – soon after the first bridge was erected. The name evolved over many years until its present day version of Bridgend and its Welsh equivalent of Penybont ar Ogwr.

    Is Kenfig Nature Reserve Open?

    Kenfig national nature reserve, Bridgend, open daily, free admission – See Around Britain.

    Is Cowbridge posh?

    Cowbridge is regarded as an affluent market town with a traditional high street full of independent shops and a popular secondary school. Other Welsh towns in the guide are: Abergavenny, Bishopston and Gower, Cardigan, Carmarthen, Hay-on-Wye, Llandeilo, Llanidloes, Monmouth, Narberth and Penarth.