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Welcome to Bridgend County

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Bridgend County is a breath of fresh air. The shoreline is home to year-round surfing, blue-flag beaches and world-class golf. Inland, natural beauty is dotted with historic sites and legends. Our curious traditions include the ancient Mari Lwyd at New Year and the world’s biggest Elvis Festival. All year round, we’re up for an adventure!

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May 17, 2022

How to spend the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend in Bridgend County

Looking for fun things to do over the Platinum Jubilee Weekend? From artisan markets and vintage picnics to fireworks, Bridgend County has plenty of fun fillers to make this weekend one to remember. Sit back, relax and enjoy your bank holiday in Bridgend.

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Feels like summer☀️⁠ ⁠ Where does your evening stroll take you? Ours took us to Tythegston’s beautiful bright yellow rapeseed field.⁠ ⁠ Don’t forget to share your best shots with us from across Bridgend County using #VisitBridgend 📸⁠ ⁠ #VisitWales #FindYourEpicFeels like summer☀️⁠ ⁠ Where does your evening stroll take you? Ours took us to Tythegston’s beautiful bright yellow rapeseed field.⁠ ⁠ Don’t forget to share your best shots with us from across Bridgend County using #VisitBridgend 📸⁠ ⁠ #VisitWales #FindYourEpic
Coffee with a view☕⁠ ⁠ How good does this look? 📸 @taylorowenmason ⁠ Jump in the car and head down to Bridgend County for a weekend in the sun, we’re pretty close to some big cities you know…⁠ ⁠ 🗺️Cardiff 40mins⁠ 🗺️Bristol 1hr⁠ 🗺️Bath 1.5hrs⁠ 🗺️Birmingham 2.5hrs⁠ ⁠ What are you waiting for? Plan your trip to Bridgend County now!⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic⁠Coffee with a view☕⁠ ⁠ How good does this look? 📸 @taylorowenmason ⁠ Jump in the car and head down to Bridgend County for a weekend in the sun, we’re pretty close to some big cities you know…⁠ ⁠ 🗺️Cardiff 40mins⁠ 🗺️Bristol 1hr⁠ 🗺️Bath 1.5hrs⁠ 🗺️Birmingham 2.5hrs⁠ ⁠ What are you waiting for? Plan your trip to Bridgend County now!⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic⁠
This #EndangeredSpeciesDay we’re celebrating the wonderful wildlife that thrives across the County🌳⁠ ⁠ Attracting botanists from across the world are the Wild Fen Orchid, which can be found in Kenfig Nature Reserve amongst 14 other species, all prospering here due to the thriving sand dune system.⁠ ⁠ 📸Early Purple Orchid⁠ ⁠ On a ramble across Bridgend County, you might even come across the Shrill Carder Bee!🐝⁠ ⁠ Don’t forget to tag us in your adventures #VisitBridgendThis #EndangeredSpeciesDay we’re celebrating the wonderful wildlife that thrives across the County🌳⁠ ⁠ Attracting botanists from across the world are the Wild Fen Orchid, which can be found in Kenfig Nature Reserve amongst 14 other species, all prospering here due to the thriving sand dune system.⁠ ⁠ 📸Early Purple Orchid⁠ ⁠ On a ramble across Bridgend County, you might even come across the Shrill Carder Bee!🐝⁠ ⁠ Don’t forget to tag us in your adventures #VisitBridgend
If only all runs had these surroundings 😍⁠ ⁠ The BCRL Beach Race came to Rest Bay on 10th May, organised by the Porthcawl Runners. Were you one of the 281 finishers?🏃🏽‍♀️⁠ ⁠ Don’t forget, the Run4wales Porthcawl 10k is coming up in July…why not make it a weekend away? With surf, summits, and scenery galore, there's something for all the family.⁠ ⁠ 📸Dianna Tudor⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpicIf only all runs had these surroundings 😍⁠ ⁠ The BCRL Beach Race came to Rest Bay on 10th May, organised by the Porthcawl Runners. Were you one of the 281 finishers?🏃🏽‍♀️⁠ ⁠ Don’t forget, the Run4wales Porthcawl 10k is coming up in July…why not make it a weekend away? With surf, summits, and scenery galore, there's something for all the family.⁠ ⁠ 📸Dianna Tudor⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic
📍Porthcawl Harbour | 📸@callumgillingsphotography⁠ ⁠ The historic Porthcawl Harbour used to be a busy fishing port before Cardiff, Barry, Port-Talbot, and Swansea docks were expanded. ⁠ ⁠ Stroll down to the harbour and see if you can spot the old Lighthouse, Watchtower, and Lifeboat Station ⛵⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic⁠📍Porthcawl Harbour | 📸@callumgillingsphotography⁠ ⁠ The historic Porthcawl Harbour used to be a busy fishing port before Cardiff, Barry, Port-Talbot, and Swansea docks were expanded. ⁠ ⁠ Stroll down to the harbour and see if you can spot the old Lighthouse, Watchtower, and Lifeboat Station ⛵⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic⁠
I’ll take the scenic route🗺️⁠ ⁠ Fancy a road trip with a view this weekend? Head to Bridgend County where you’ll pass by surf, summits, and lots of scenery along the way.⁠ ⁠ 📍Bwlch Mountain | @callumgillingsphotography⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic⁠I’ll take the scenic route🗺️⁠ ⁠ Fancy a road trip with a view this weekend? Head to Bridgend County where you’ll pass by surf, summits, and lots of scenery along the way.⁠ ⁠ 📍Bwlch Mountain | @callumgillingsphotography⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic⁠
Stand up and enjoy the sunset 🌅 With warmer evenings on the way, get out on the water in Rest Bay. 📸 @welsh.walks #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpicStand up and enjoy the sunset 🌅 With warmer evenings on the way, get out on the water in Rest Bay. 📸 @welsh.walks #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic
Calling all photographers 📷 it’s competition time! We’ve teamed up with local businesses to give away the ultimate bundle of prizes worth £500. TO WIN: 👉🏻 Post your favourite photo of Bridgend County and tag us using #WinVisitBridgend 👉🏻 Like this post 👉🏻 Follow @visitbridgend @mcarthurglenbridgend @breweryfield @theplacetostay.wales @fablasltd Swipe to see what you can win!👀 Giveaway ends midnight 26/05. One winner with our favourite shot will be contacted via DM. T&C’s apply. #VisitBridgendCalling all photographers 📷 it’s competition time! We’ve teamed up with local businesses to give away the ultimate bundle of prizes worth £500. TO WIN: 👉🏻 Post your favourite photo of Bridgend County and tag us using #WinVisitBridgend 👉🏻 Like this post 👉🏻 Follow @visitbridgend @mcarthurglenbridgend @breweryfield @theplacetostay.wales @fablasltd Swipe to see what you can win!👀 Giveaway ends midnight 26/05. One winner with our favourite shot will be contacted via DM. T&C’s apply. #VisitBridgend
Looking for a relaxing outdoor activity now that the weather's brightening up?⁠ ⁠ Re-connect with nature and unwind with Bryngarw Country Park's Outdoor Gong Bath this summer🌞⁠ ⁠ 📍Bryngarw Country Park⁠ ⁠ 📅12th May - 9th June⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpicLooking for a relaxing outdoor activity now that the weather's brightening up?⁠ ⁠ Re-connect with nature and unwind with Bryngarw Country Park's Outdoor Gong Bath this summer🌞⁠ ⁠ 📍Bryngarw Country Park⁠ ⁠ 📅12th May - 9th June⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic
A surfer’s paradise 🌊⁠ ⁠ Take a lesson at @porthcawlsurfschool, grab a drink at @restbaycafebar and enjoy the views when you surf at Rest Bay 🏄🏽‍♀️⁠ ⁠ 📍Rest Bay |📸@callumgillingsphotography⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpicA surfer’s paradise 🌊⁠ ⁠ Take a lesson at @porthcawlsurfschool, grab a drink at @restbaycafebar and enjoy the views when you surf at Rest Bay 🏄🏽‍♀️⁠ ⁠ 📍Rest Bay |📸@callumgillingsphotography⁠ ⁠ #VisitBridgend #VisitWales #FindYourEpic