Wellness

January 24, 2022

In Wales, we celebrate St Dwynwen’s Day (or 'Dydd Santes Dwynwen' in Welsh) on 25 January every year. It’s just like Valentine's Day, so it is positioned as the most romantic day of the year in Wales. We also think it’s a great prompt to think ahead and plan something special for later in the year.

January 13, 2022

Sometimes, all you need is a change in scenery. Explore the best of Bridgend County on foot. Try one of these top three hidden gems.

January 4, 2021

Bridgend County and Wales are currently at Alert Level 4, with strict measures in place to limit the spread of the virus. Please stay safe and do not visit. Here’s some inspiration for when it is possible to welcome you back to Bridgend County.

January 17, 2020

This January marks not only the start of a new year but also the start of a new decade, making it the perfect time to jump into the world of Bridgend's wellness. From leg-burning sand dune assents to stress-relieving nature reserve saunters, read on to uncover your ideal outdoor activity.

December 13, 2019

It's time to shake off the tinsel, step outside, and enjoy the refreshing winter air with 6 of Bridgend County's best breathtaking walks. Walking has been proven to improve both physical and mental wellness: Exactly what you need after the stress of Christmas.

August 8, 2019

If we could design the ultimate summer weekend, art, science, music and nature would certainly make the cut. Fortunately for visitors, Merthyr Mawr's new, boutique festival has done just that. Welcoming families to join scientific discussion, spoken word and modern folk music...

May 31, 2019

Bryngarw Country Park's Dan Lock is on a mission to help Bridgend County visitors reconnect with nature. When he's not encouraging immersion in our natural landscapes through sculpture and poetry, Dan is busy educating, conserving and developing over 113 acres of Bryngarw Country Park.

February 26, 2019

Covering both coast and valleys, Bridgend County offers a diverse offering for explorers. From foraging along the coast to wild garlic hunting in the woods, we spoke with Sasha Ufnowska from Wild Spirit Wales to learn about Bridgend County's wonderfully wild side. Here's what we learned…

January 14, 2019

Forget January resolutions, there are plenty of ways to keep well all year round in Bridgend. From yoga on the beach to the art of potting, here's why you should switch off your stress and enjoy a wellness weekend in Bridgend in 2019.

September 5, 2018

Porthcawl is home to some of South Wales' greatest adventure highlights. From riding the closest consistent waves to London, to fatbiking over Europe's second highest dunes, here are five ways to enjoy an active adventure in Porthcawl - and finish your summer with bang.