Get Active - Bridgend Bites

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the most Southerly point in Wales
If you’re the sort of person who likes to be
involved and get active, then this is the
booklet for you, as it lists activities along the
Glamorgan Heritage Coast & Countryside
in Southern Wales.You may not have thought
of this area before but we can assure you
that you are in for a surprise as the choice
of activities is tremendous, and everything is
so close. With 28 miles of stunning coastline,
it’s a natural choice for water related
sports, from sea fishing to surfing, from
scuba diving to just paddling. Whatever you
want, its here along our coast.
Index
Surfing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Adventures & Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Golf Courses & Driving Ranges . . . . . . . . . 22
Horse Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Walking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Sports & Leisure Centres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Even if you would rather just relax and watch the
others, then this is your opportunity to do just that. Sit
on a sandy beach and watch the children playing in the
rock pools, or walk the stunning cliff top and view the
brave or foolhardy surfers in the bay below. See them
all in this handy little booklet.
Its not just water sports though. Just inland from the
coastal area are the hills, valleys and vales of this
breathtaking area, offering, walking, cycling, quad biking,
horse riding and a great deal more.
Hire a cycle and saunter at your leisure down country
lanes and through legendary villages as you tour the
beautiful Vale of Glamorgan, or don your hiking boots
and wander over the Heritage Hills and mountains of
this compact area of Southern Wales.
Our coast & countryside can be all sorts of things to all
sorts of people, but whatever your interest, its here
along the ‘Glamorgan Heritage Coast’ It's a magical
area full of surprises just waiting to be enjoyed –
Come and share the magic!
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Llantwit Major – Colhugh Beach
Colhugh Beach is one of the best places to surf and body
surf with large swells that can reach up to 6ft in good
conditions. Not recommended for beginners due to the reef
break and the rips that can occur.
Ogmore-By-Sea
A river mouth break. Best waves in northeasterly winds
during Winter. Not recommended for beginners due to the
rips that can occur
Southerndown
Dunraven Bay is predominantly a beach break with reef on
the right-hand side. Best waves in northeasterly winds
during winter.
Surfing
Porthcawl, Sandy Bay
If you want to surf, there is nowhere better than along
the Glamorgan Heritage Coast & Countryside and its
the closest surf area to Cardiff, Wales’ capital city, saving
you hours of travelling time!
Once here you can take full advantage of the restless waves
lashing against the rocks and crashing on the golden beaches,
as you ride the waves on another warm breezy summer day.
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of pitting your surf skills
against the mighty sea.
The sea has always had a strange almost hypnotic attraction.
Some say it even has a humbling effect on them. There is no
doubt that it certainly has an invigorating effect; always
changing and always breathtakingly beautiful.
If you have never dared try surfing, but would like to, then there
is surf tuition available, provided by specialist water sports
companies. And then of course there is the ‘Apres Surf’. Our
coast and its coastal culture is something well worth experiencing.
There is no doubt about it the Glamorgan Heritage Cost is a
surfer’s paradise with beaches to suit all abilities. Take a look
at the following list and choose the beach that will give you
the very best of times!
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Surfing
A beautiful flat sandy bay sheltered by the towns harbour. It is
very popular for families and day visitors during the summer
season so surfers need to take extra care.
Porthcawl, Rest Bay
Popular with surfers, Rest Bay faces south west, so the ocean
swells produce a fine surf for board riders. This beach offers
wanna be surfers the ideal opportunity - with Instructors and
surf board hire available. But if you're after something a little
less energetic, the firm, golden sands that sweep up to a
rocky shoreline backed by acres of common land offers the
perfect place to relax. A European Blue Flag Beach.
Porthcawl, Trecco Bay
This well sheltered sandy and rocky beach is non
commercialised and close enough for a stroll to the town
centre of the popular seaside resort of Porthcawl. The beach
is part of a holiday park with access to the public, which has
excellent facilities for all the family. A European Blue Flag
Beach.
Surfing
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Southerndown Surf School
Simon Tucker Surfing Academy
Dunraven Bay, Southerndown.
Tel: (07964) 985404
Email: [email protected]
www. [email protected]
Rest Bay, Porthcawl.
Tel: (01656) 772415 Mobile: 07815 289761
www.surfingexperience.com
Southerndown Surf School offers safe and fun, quality surf
tuition on the beautiful Heritage Coastline. We instruct
individuals, groups, couples, families, schools, youth groups,
stag and hen parties, colleges, universities and many more!
All instructors are qualified British Surf Association Surf
Coaches and beach lifeguards, are local to the area and
familiar with prevailing tides, surf and weather conditions.
Surfing is one of the most exhilarating and natural experiences
available - and its great fun! Simon Tucker has unrivalled
experience, specialising in teaching individual, families and
groups to surf safely. Whether learning or wanting to improve
your surf skills; join the experts and let their proven professional
coaching techniques work for you. The Surfing Academy was
opened by Tom Current (4 time world pro champion). Blue
Flag Beach (clean water!) Approved, assuring highest
standards of safety and tuition. Fully qualified beach life
guards. Full public liability insurance. The most competitively
successful coach in Europe! Absolute beginners to professionals.
Easily Accessible
Exit junction 35 of the M4, onto A473. At fourth roundabout
turn left onto B4524 to Ewenny / Ogmore by Sea. Follow
coast road to Southerndown.
Contact Traveline Cymru 0871 200 2233 for local routes.
Nearest stations Bridgend (approximately 7 miles)
or Llantwit Major (approximately 9 miles).
Tel: 08457 484950 for rail information.
Easily Accessible
Just 2 minutes off Junction 37 of the M4, European
Expressway. Rest Bay in Porthcawl is only 2 hrs from London,
1 hr from Bristol.
Local services - Traveline Cymru 0871 200 2233
7 days a week and run lessons around the tide and surf
conditions.
Nearest station Pyle (3.1 miles)
Lesson prices start at £25 per person with group discounts
for 10 or more.
All year.
Car Parking Charge.
Call the telephone number quoted for up to date prices.
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Surfing
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Cressey's Surf Academy
Ocean Quest
Mobile: 07502 124030
www.cresseyssurfacademy.com
49 New Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5DH
Tel: (01656) 783310 Mobile: 07973 859074
www.ocean-quest.co.uk
Cressey's Surf Academy is based near the beaches of
Porthcawl, 25 mins outside of Cardiff, but offers lessons all
along the South Wales coast wherever the best conditions
are for that day.
Cressey’s offer coaching for individuals, small and large
groups of all ages and abilities and take pride in tailoring each
session to meet your specific needs, providing a highly
professional and personable experience whatever your aims.
Cressey’s Surf Academy are developing as an eco-surf school
and aim to protect the environment from which we gain.
A specialist water sports company based in Porthcawl,
Southern Wales' surfing Mecca, and Cardiff, providing
adventure and fun in the water with experienced aquatic
sports instructors from beginner to advanced. Also a bonded
travel agent so contact us today and we'll surpass all your
adventure travel expectations, providing a customer focused,
specially tailored service. Great deals, all the local Surf
Conditions and all the training and equipment you need:
• Scuba Diving • Windsurfing & Kite Surfing • Surfing
• Kayaking & yachting • Jet Skiing • Wake boarding
• Holidays and Travel.
Easily Accessible
Based just 2 minutes off the M4, Rest Bay in Porthcawl, South
Wales, is the closest surfing destination for any land-locked
surfer it is only 2 hrs from London, 1 hr from Bristol.
Local services contact Traveline Cymru 0871 200 2233.
Nearest station Pyle (3.1 miles)
Expressway. Rest Bay in Porthcawl is only 2 hrs from London,
1 hr from Bristol.
Local services - Traveline Cymru 0871 200 2233.
All year
Nearest station Pyle (3.1 miles).
Car Parking Charge
Surf Coaching sessions can be booked for a half day (2hrs) or
full day (4hrs - 2 x 2hrs) session.
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Easily Accessible
Surfing
All year.
Surfing
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Adventures Outdoor
Activity Centre
Adventures and activities
Fancy a dirty weekend? Crank up your heart-rate by taking
part in some of our more adventurous, and muddy, activities
such as quad biking, gorge scrambling and rock climbing.
For a competitive edge, race your friends and family around one of
our speedy karting circuits, or battle it out with some sharpshooting quasar or paintballing action.
Alternatively, discover your wild side by learning some ‘bushcraft’
skills that will leave you fully equipped and ready to get really close
to nature and live successfully in the wild.
Kenfig, Porthcawl, CF33 4PU
Tel: (01656) 782300
www.adventureswales.co.uk
If you've never been quad biking, or climbed an artificial rock
face, then it's time to change that, and there's no better place
to do it. A wonderfully welcoming team are on hand to
teach, train and assist throughout, so you are never just left to
fend for yourself. It’s a great idea for groups, corporate team
building and school activities Adventures also offer a number
of other activities including, Kayaking, Mountain Walks, Gorge
Scrambling, Mountain Biking and surf lessons. The centre is
open every day throughout the year and has flood lighting so
you can stay till late into the evening.
Easily Accessible
Expressway. Rest Bay in Porthcawl then follow the white on
brown signs to Adventures.
Nearest station Pyle (3.1 miles).
All year.
The centre has its own parking and Charges:
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Adventures & Activities
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Task Force Paintballing
Wild Spirit Bushcraft
Penllyn Estate Farm, Cowbridge,
Vale of Glamorgan CF71 7AQ
Tel: 029 2059 3900 www.taskforcepaintball.co.uk
Merthyr Mawr, Bridgend, CF32 8UU
Tel: (01656) 871592 Email: [email protected]
www.wildspiritbushcraft.co.uk
An action packed day or half day for adults (or juniors – on
our dedicated family day) begins with the issue of all the
equipment you need. You’ll be briefed, given some target
practice and then taken to the woodland where the fun really
starts. Booking in advance is absolutely necessary. For a free
information pack on adult or junior games please telephone
the above number. Junior games are held every weekend and
Tuesdays in school holidays. Age limit 11 years old.
Whether you are looking for a challenge or just want to chill
out by a log fire. Learn the skills and knowledge to enable you
to live in the wild. It’s more like re-learning all the things that
you did as a child; the things that your parents and
grandparents taught you; the skills that could quickly be lost to
us all. Wild Spirit Bushcraft offers full days or overnight stays
out in the wild countryside, and teaches once again, natural,
but essential techniques, while also protecting the environment.
Easily Accessible
Easily Accessible
Just off the main A48 at Penllyn near Cowbridge, Vale of
Glamorgan (follow the white on brown signs).
Nearest station either Bridgend or Cardiff.
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Exit the M4 at junction 35 and follow the signs to Bridgend
(A473). At the second roundabout take the second exit (A48
West). Straight over the mini roundabout and turn left at the
next roundabout. Proceed for 1⁄2 mile through Ewenny
Village and turn right into New Inn Road (signposted Merthyr
Mawr). Follow the road for a mile and take the next left.
Follow the road until it comes to Merthyr Mawr sand dunes.
All year. 9.00am – 4.30pm for Full day games
9.00am – 12.30pm or 12.30pm – 4.30pm for Afternoon games
Evening games by arrangement during May, June, July and
August. Junior Games 12.30pm – 4.30pm every weekend and
Tuesdays in School Holidays (for 11 – 16 year olds and parents).
Large car park and space for coaches.
Free parking.
Please phone or a free information pack and full price list.
Bridgend Railway Station, 4 miles & Tondu 1 mile.
All year.
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Barry Island Quasar
Capital Adventure (Wales) Ltd
5 Station Approach Road, Barry Island CF62 5TH
Tel: (01446) 421611
Booking line open every day 9am to 9pm
www.barryislandquasar.com
Web site: www.capitaladventurewales.co.uk
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone: 02920 531066
Mobile: 07920 055015
Wales’ number 1 Quasar Centre. Friends and family can enjoy
this high action game in our specially designed indoor arena
where two teams battle it out using state of the art laser tag
equipment. We can also arrange parties for both adults and
children, for further information please visit our website.
Do you like the sound of taking part in fun-filled outdoor
activities without having to travel to North Wales or
Pembrokeshire? Based at the Cottrell Park Golf Resort at St
Nicholas, Capital Adventure Wales is offering a whole range
of activities from canoeing to mountain biking, gorge
scrambling, roller-skiing and much more!
Easily Accessible
Exit junction 33 of the M4, onto A4232 and A4050 (to
Barry). Follow the white on brown fair signs to Barry Island.
Barry Island Quasar is located 30 metres from Barry Island
railway station.
Nearest station Barry Island.
Please ring for details and bookings.
Close to Barry Island main car park (small charge).
1 game of Quasar £4.00, 2 games of Quasar £7.00
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Race Hire Indoor Karting
South Wales Karting Centre
The Hangar, Stormy Down Airfield, Stormy Down,
Near Bridgend, CF33 4RS
Tel: 01656 773737 Fax: 01656 773969
Llandow Circuit, Llandow Trading Estate, Nr Cowbridge
Tel: 01446 795568
Experience the thrill of driving at speeds of up to 45mph
only one inch of the ground and take part in Karting, the
closest thing to Formula One. Karting is great entertainment
for all from 14 years up. Everything at Race Hire Karting is
designed to provide maximum driving entertainment
combined with safety. No experience is necessary. Participate
as an individual or as part of a group.
The Llandow Kart Circuit is 870 metres long and is the only
fully floodlit outdoor Kart circuit in Wales. You can race
friends or beat the clock but a visit to the South Wales
Karting Centre at Llandow is guaranteed to brighten your day.
Easily Accessible
Easily Accessible
Located just outside Porthcawl. From the M4 Motorway take
Junction 37 and follow the sign towards Pyle. At the
roundabout turn right taking the A48 towards Bridgend.
Continue to the first roundabout and turn back down the
A48, as if heading back towards Swansea. Take the first left
and then the first right and the entrance to Stormy Down
Airfield is on the left
Just off the main A48 near Llandow.
Nearest station Llantwit Major.
All year from 10am.
Please phone for details.
Nearest station Pyle. Tel: 08457 484950 for rail information.
All year, 10.00am - 5.30pm Monday to Saturday.
Free car parking.
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Cycling
Whatever your age or fitness level, cycling can be an
extremely enjoyable or relaxing exercise. Whether you want
to speed down mountain tracks or through woodlands, or
just saunter along country lanes, stopping at local inns along
the way, you will find it all here along the Glamorgan
Heritage Coast & Countryside.
The country lanes and scenic quieter ‘B’ roads throughout
the area are ideal for leisurely cycling. Some of the most
spectacular natural viewpoints are only available by cycle or
foot, and many of the towns now have dedicated cycle
routes created in them.
Get ‘On your bike’, take care and enjoy our fabulous part of
Southern Wales.
Breakaway Cycling
33 Highbury Crescent,
Bridgend,
CF31 4RD
Tel: 01656 657813 / 07799 897996
www.dragonride.co.uk
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Cycle Hire
Simon’s Cycles
Old Wool Barn,
Verity’s Court,
Cowbridge,
Tel: 01446 773273
Cycle Clubs – Vale of Glamorgan
Llantwit Major and Vale Cycling Touring Club
Meet Sunday and Tuesday evenings throughout
April to September.
Tel: 01446 772325
Penarth and District Cycling Club
Meets at Trinity Methodist Church every Wednesday at 6.30pm
Tel: 029 2030 2670
Cycle Clubs – Bridgend
Ogmore Valley Wheeler Steve Madley
Ty Ceilog
Graig Penllyn
Cowbridge. CF71 7RT
Cycling
Cycling
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Welsh Mountain Bike Trails
Afan Forest Park, Cynonville, Port Talbot, SA13 3HG
Tel: 01639 893661
www.afan-valley-bike-hire.com
Bridgend is dissected by many Cycle Paths including the Celtic
Trail which is an easy trail that can be ridden by any healthy
individual and we specialise in providing Mountain Bikes for
rental and riding experiences. Our range of GIANT bicycles,
are suitable to ride mountain trails and cross-country.
Our Mountain Bike Experience Company "Afan Valley" takes
its name from the location of our operating centre at
Glyncorrwg in the Afan Valley but over recent years our
rental business has adopted a go anywhere service and our
delivery trailers can carry up to 30 Cycles anywhere in South
Wales. We are accredited under the MIAS scheme as a
Mountain Bike Leader training provider and also provide
locally based guides that are appropriately qualified. Welsh
Mountain Bike Trails are considered amongst the best in the
World according to ‘What Mountain Bike’ magazine.
Hen and Stag parties are very welcome to join us for
acomplete riding experience package as are corporate
clients, bonding teams or as an offer for employee rewards.
For details of our services telephone or look at the website.
Easily Accessible
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Cycling
Cycling
Leave the M4 at J40 and follow A4107 north for about six
miles and you are in the Afan Forest Park.
We can meet you at the railway stations and coach stations
in Port Talbot or Neath with your bikes.
There is a charge for parking in Afan Forest Park & Visitor
Centre.
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Golf Courses & Driving Ranges
There are golf courses in the area to suit any golfing
enthusiast, whatever your ability.
Bridgend Golf Complex
Golden Mile/A48, Bridgend
Tel: 01656 647926
No of holes: 9
Nine hole pay and play public course, All weather floodlit
driving range, Professional tuition available, PGA approved
golf shop, Refreshments available from shop, No membership
fees, No handicap necessary, All equipment available for hire.
South Cornelly, Porthcawl CF33 4RP
Tel: 01656 788771
www.grovegolf.com
No of holes: 18
Our parkland course provides a pleasant round of golf, and is
equally testing for high and low handicap golfers. As well as
our excellently kept course, we have a well equipped
clubhouse, providing all of the facilities you would expect of a
progressive golf club.
Maesteg Golf Club
Coed y Mwstwr Golf Club
Coychurch, Bridgend CF31 6AF
Tel: 01656 864934
www.coed-y-mwstwr.co.uk
No of holes: 18
Our parkland course provides a pleasant round of golf, and is
equally testing for high and low handicap golfers. As well as
our excellently kept course, we have a well equipped
clubhouse, providing all of the facilities you would expect of a
progressive golf club.
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Grove Golf Club
Mount Pleasant, Neath Road, Maesteg CF34 9PR
Tel: 01656 734106
www.maesteg-golf.co.uk
No of holes: 18
Maesteg delivers a course sculpted from naturally
picturesque surroundings with pronounced rolling terrain. A
real treat for the society golfer or any visitor who likes a very
warm welcome from what is inherently a player's club.
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Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club
Kenfig, Porthcawl CF33 4PU
Tel: 01656 783093
www.pandkgolfclub.co.uk
No of holes: 18
Pyle and Kenfig Golf Course, affectionately known as ‘P & K’.
With its lofty sand dunes hugging the South Wales coast of
Porthcawl is situated in a wonderful stretch of golfing country
that is also home to Royal Porthcawl Golf Club. Glorious
views and historic associations adorn this undulating course
with its natural hazards of hillocks, valleys and towering dunes.
Royal Porthcawl Golf Club
Rest Bay, Porthcawl CF36 3UW
Tel: 01656 782251
www.royalporthcawl.com
No of holes: 18
Royal Porthcawl was described as being one of the twelve
finest courses in the world by the late Tom Scott, a leading
writer on golf and former editor of Golf Illustrated. Since his
day the club has acquired a large practice area and further
improvements have been made to the course, developments
which keep Royal Porthcawl firmly among the world's top
golf courses. The status of the course is sustained by the
many prestigious professional and amateur events held at the
club over the years.
Vale Hotel, Golf and Country Club
Hensol Park, Hensol, Vale of Glamorgan CF72 8JY
Golf EnquiriesTel: 01443 665899
Hotel Reservations Tel: 01443 667800
www.vale-hotel.com
Has two championship 18 hole golf courses set on parkland,
an all weather driving range, a golf academy that incorporates
computerised video analysis, swing-checks and coaching from
professionals. Also offers a custom club fitting service, putting
greens, a large pro shop, a clubhouse, dining facilities and
trolley, buggy and club hire. The hotel is 4 star with spa and
leisure facilities.
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St Mary’s (Best Western) Hotel,
Golf and Country Club
St Mary’s Hill, Near Pencoed, Vale of Glamorgan CF35 5EA
Golf Enquiries Tel: 01656 868900
Hotel Reservations Tel: 01656 861100
www.stmaryshotel.com
18 and 12 hole courses set on parkland. Bunkers are now
American white sand. Offers golf lessons, trolley hire, club
hire, catering and accommodation, a driving range, practice
area, putting green and pro-shop.
Southerndown Golf Club
Ogmore By Sea, Vale of Glamorgan CF32 OQP
www.southerndowngolfclub.co.uk
A unique, links-style, championship course set in a
magnificent location overlooking the Bristol Channel. 18 hole.
Offers golf lessons, trolley hire, catering, an open driving
range, a practice area putting green and pro-shop.
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St Athan Golf Club
Clive Road, St Athan, Vale of Glamorgan CF62 4WA
9-hole course set on parkland. The course is part of the RAF
St Athan base, but is open to civilians. Offers catering facilities,
a practice area, putting green and a pro-shop.
Brynhill Golf Club
Ewenny, Bridgend, CF35 5AP
Tel: (01656) 653020 www.ewennypottery.com
Cottrell Park Golf Club
St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan CF5 6JY
www.golfwithus.com
Two 18-hole courses. The Mackintosh course is set on
parkland and is of championship standard and the Button
Gwinnett course offers views as far as the Brecon Beacons
and over the Bristol Channel. The club has a driving range
and putting green, and a clubhouse that is open to the public
and serves meals from 10am until evening. Also offers golf
lessons, trolley hire, club hire and has a pro-shop.
South Wales Golf Centre
Port Road East, Barry
9-hole course set on parkland. Ideal for a fun game of golf or
to practice for an important game. Offers golf lessons, trolley
hire, club hire, has a driving range and also offers golf tuition.
St Andrews Major Golf Club
Coldbrook Road East, Barry CF63 1BL
www.Standrewsmajorgolfclub.co.uk
18-hole course set on parkland. Offers golf lessons, trolley
hire, catering, club hire, a driving range, putting green and
pro-shop.
Dinas Powys Golf Club
Wenvoe Castle Golf Club
Wenvoe, Vale of Glamorgan CF5 6BE
Golf Enquiries Tel: 029 2059 4371
www.wenvoecastlegolfclub.com
18-hole golf course set on parklands, front 9 holes are hilly
while the inward 9 holes are flatter. Offers golf lessons, trolley
hire, catering, a practice area, putting green and a pro-shop.
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Port Road, Barry CF62 8PN
www.brynhillgolfclub.co.uk
A picturesque and challenging 18-hole parkland course. The
club caters for differing ages and standard of golfer. Also
offers golf lessons, buggy and trolley hire, catering facilities,
club hire, a practice area, putting green and pro-shop.
Golf House, Old Highwalls, Dinas Powys CF64 4AJ
Golf Enquiries Tel: 029 2051 2727
18-hole course set on parkland. Offers golf lessons, trolley
hire, catering, club hire, a practice area, putting green and
pro-shop.
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Horse Riding
Whether you are an experienced rider or just an enthusiastic
trainee, the countryside around our area of Southern Wales
is ideal for either, especially when you consider the many
riding centres throughout the area.
In the hills or on the coast, there is so much natural beauty
to see and where better to see it than from the saddle of a
horse along a quiet bridle way?
There may be many other areas to ride, but you won’t find
anywhere so compact as The Glamorgan Heritage Coast &
Countryside.
South Wales Equestrian Centre
Dimlands Farm Riding School
Dimlands, Llantwit Major
Tel: 01446 794943
Downs Side Riding Centre
Sully Road, Penarth
Tel: 029 2070 9719
Pen Maen Livery Yard
Treguff Cottage, St Mary Church
Tel: 01446 750382
Ogmore Riding Centre
Heol y Cyw, Bridgend
Tel: 01656 862959
Golf Bungalow, Bridgend
Tel: 01656 880856
Argae House Stables
Argae House, St Andrews’s Major
Tel: 029 2051 5546
Liege Manor Farm Equestrian Centre
Llancarfan Lane, Bonvilston
Tel: 01446 781648
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Horse Riding
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Fishing
If you love fishing, you will love The Glamorgan Heritage
Coast & Countryside as it has invigorating sea fishing or
relaxed inland river fishing. It even has specialist fishing farms
or charter vessels for that distant deep sea challenge!
Check with one of the venues listed below or any tackle
shop and get the benefit of local knowledge.
Tide timetables can be obtained from any of the Heritage
Coast Tourist Information Centres listed on the back cover,
or on the website at www.glamorganheritagecoast.com
Lakeside Farm Park
Hendre-Ifan-Goch Farm
Glynogwr, Blackmill, Bridgend
Tel: 01443 676805
Warren Mill Farm Coarse Fishery
Pendoylan
Tel: 01446 781274
Seven Oaks Fishery
Seven Oaks Lakes, Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun
Tel: 01446 775474
Charter Fishing Vessels
For information on charter fishing vessels operating in the
area please contact the Tourist Information Centres listed on
the back of this booklet.
Meadow Lake and Wilderness Lake
Porthcawl
Day Permits are available and on sale from
Parc Stores, 2 Cilparc, Porthcawl CF36 5ES
Tel 01656 783371
£5.00 per Adult, £2.50 per Child
Dyffryn Spring Trout and Coarse Fishery
Home Farm, Dyffryn
Tel: 029 2059 5929
Hazel Court Coarse Fishery
Hazel Court Ponds, Llysworney, Nr Cowbridge
Tel: 01446 771893
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Fishing
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Be prepared and wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
Even in the summer months, the weather can change
dramatically on top of the hills. Refreshments can be
obtained en route at Blackmill, Coytrahen and Llangeinor.
Circular Walks
A number of short Circular Walks through areas of interest
and outstanding beauty have been developed by Bridgend
Council. These vary from 4 kms (2.5 miles) to 15.2 kms (9.5
miles) in length and are located close to towns. All are
accessible by public transport with some starting from local
train stations.
For further information on all walking routes in the Bridgend
area Tel: 01656 654906
Valeways Millennium Heritage Trail
Walking
Walking is not only an excellent form of exercise but can
also be a relaxing and rewarding experience, especially along
The Glamorgan Heritage Coast & Countryside, as there are
so many areas to explore that can only be reached by foot
or cycle.
There are also dozens of local community routes that have
shops and inns along the way, so you can make a full day of it.
Whether you are an established hiker, or just an enthusiastic
’stroller’ our coast has something to suit you.
Some of our routes can be quite long, so don’t forget your
map and compass and a mobile phone might be quite useful.
Don’t forget to leave your contact details with someone.
Ogwr Ridgeway Walk
Some of the most spectacular scenery and panoramic views
in Wales can be enjoyed as you walk this 13-mile waymarked
route from east to west across the mountain ridges. From
windswept heights to wooded valleys, the scenery changes
dramatically as you walk the Lower Pennant ridges from
Mynydd y Gaer and Bryn Wrach to Mynydd Baeden and
Mynydd Margam.
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Walking
This fascinating walk is one of Wales’ best kept secrets.
Steeped in history and spanning 6,000 years the trail crosses
some of the most spectacular scenery in South Wales.
Distance: 72 miles Split into 16 easy to follow routes, each of
which can be walked within a few hours. Any length of the
trail makes an enjoyable linear walk or can be incorporated
into a variety of circular walks.
For further information Tel: 01446 749000
www.valeways.org.uk
Glamorgan Heritage Coast Footpath
The Glamorgan Heritage Coast walk is a spectacular journey
past dunes, cliffs and coves, rich in wildlife and history.
Distance: 14 miles
For further information Tel: The Glamorgan Heritage Coast
Centre 01656 880157
Guided Walks
Short guided walks are planned on various dates by Valeways.
Walking boots are not required, only sensible shoes.
For further information Tel: Valeways 01446 749000.
Heritage Walks & Town Trails
There is a selection of simple, but very different self-guided
Heritage Walks and Town Trails through most of the areas
listed. Stroll around the town at your own leisure, stopping
for tea when it suits you. Leaflets showing the route are
available from the Heritage Coast Tourist Information
Centres listed on the back cover of this booklet.
Walking
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Barry Leisure Centre
Tel: 01446 744770
[email protected]
Cowbridge Leisure Centre
Tel: 01446 775533
[email protected]
Llantwit Major Leisure Centre
Tel: 01446 793947
[email protected]
Penarth Leisure Centre
Tel: 029 2070 0717
[email protected]
Colcot Sports Centre, Barry
Tel: 01446 735182
Sport and Leisure Centres
Holm View Centre, Barry
Tel: 01446 700258
Bridgend Recreation Centre
The Vale has four main leisure centres in Barry,
Cowbridge, Llantwit Major and Penarth whilst
Bridgend has seven sports and recreation centres.
All centres offer a fantastic choice of facilities and
activities, ranging from health and fitness to family
recreation. The centres also provide a number of
memberships - LifeStyle and FreeStyle in the Vale
and the Bridge Card in Bridgend - which give a
range of benefits.
For further information on centres in the Vale, contact the
Leisure and Tourism Unit,
Dock Offices, Barry Docks,
Barry, CF63 4RT.
Telephone 01446 747171
www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Maesteg Sports Centre
Tel: 01656 737121
[email protected]
Maesteg Swimming Pool
Tel: 01656 733073
[email protected]
Pencoed Swimming Pool
Tel: 01656 862360
[email protected]
Pyle Swimming Pool
Tel: 01656 744019
[email protected]
Ynysawdre Swimming Pool
Tel: 01656 815060
[email protected]
and for centres in Bridgend, contact
Leisure Unit, Sunnyside Offices,
Sunnyside, CF31 4AR
Telephone 01656 642677
www.bridgend.gov.uk
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Tel: 01656 657491
[email protected]
Garw Valley Leisure Centre
Tel: 01656 870886
[email protected]
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There’s a whole world of things to see
and do for visitors to the Glamorgan
Heritage Coast & Countryside, a
compact, beautiful area of a spectacular
country. This may surprise the many who
still feel it is dominated by industry. On
the contrary, it is an area of dramatic
cliffs and award winning sandy beaches.
Test the waves on a surf board or learn to scuba
dive with professional trainers. Take a charter
vessel out to sea and challenge the elements while
fishing or just stroll along the spectacular cliffs
overlooking the shimmering waves.
It’s an environmentalist’s dream come true with
specially designated walking and cycling paths
through areas that are abundant with natural
interest. Every turn of a corner produces yet more
fascinating scenes. Old industrial sites have been
taken back by nature, and now beautifully blend in
with the countryside, while still maintaining their
historical interest.
Heritage Coast Tourist Information Centres listed
on the back cover. There the knowledgeable and
friendly staff will be pleased to welcome you to the
area with a host of other informative brochures
and leaflets. Cycle and walking routes, maps etc., in
fact all the information you will need to make your
visit to our area the best ever! You can even book
your holiday accommodation with them, either in
advance or on your arrival.
Other booklets that are available to assist your
enjoyment are:
‘Days Out’
listing all the local attractions in the vicinity.
‘Legendary Villages’
listing dozens of smaller fascinating communities.
‘Fascinating Towns’
listing the most interesting towns.
‘Country Parks’
listing many parklands and gardens to visit.
days
out
legendary
fascinating
villages towns
Speed through woodlands and down hills on a
mountain bike or try quad biking just a few miles
from the coast. Ride a horse through stunning
scenery or just sit, relax and watch the others!
Take a day around a world renowned golf course
and then relax at the 19th hole or tone your
muscles at a state of the art leisure centre before
lazing on a golden beach.
Or visit our website:
www.glamorganheritagecoast.com
The Glamorgan Heritage Coast & Countryside is
full of hidden delights. If you would like to discover
even more of them, then call in at one of the
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The area is easy to get to and only a few
hours driving time on the motorway
from London. It's even quicker by train just 21⁄2 hours from London to Bridgend.
For all public transport information Traveline
Cymru 0871 200 2233 (National call rates apply)
National Rail Enquiries Tel: 08457 484950
Map not to scale
Map produced by PC Graphics Copyright The Glamorgan Heritage Coast and
Countryside Marketing Consortium.
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TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES
The expert and welcoming staff at Tourist
Information Centres around the area are there to
ensure that you get the most from your visit. They
offer independent assistance with the planning of
routes and the booking of accommodation. You will
find information on places to visit and events as well
as unusual mementoes of Wales.
All centres offer an independent, local and national accommodation
booking service, for which a small charge is made - indeed, any Tourist
Information Centre in England or Scotland is also able to book
accommodation in Wales for you.
Look out for this sign, the sign of a warm Welsh welcome and a quality
information service.
Tourist Information Centres are usually open daily between
10.00 and 17.30 - please telephone to check.
Open All Year
Tourist Information Centre at
Bridgend Designer Outlet,
The Derwen, Bridgend CF32 9SU
Tel: +44 (0) 1656 654906
Fax: +44 (0) 1656 646523
Cardiff International Airport
(Self service) Arrivals Hall
Tel: +44 (0) 1446 709325
Llantwit Major Visitor Centre Town Hall,
Llantwit Major CF6 1SD
Tel: +44 (0) 1446 796086
Porthcawl Old Police Station,
John Street, Porthcawl, CF36 3DT
Tel: +44 (0) 1656 786639
Fax: +44 (0) 1656 782387
Seasonal
(In winter telephone calls only)
Barry Island The promenade,
The Triangle, Barry Island, CF62 5TQ
Tel: +44 (0) 1446 747171
Fax: +44 (0) 1446 747171
London
For visitors in London wanting to go to
Wales, the Britain and London Visitor
Centre will be happy to help.
1 Regent Street, London. SW1Y 4XT
Tel: +44 (0) 8702 250930
Bridgend County Borough Council
Tourism Unit,
Innovation Centre,
Bridgend Science Park,
Bridgend.
CF31 3NA
Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol
County Borough Council
Tel: +44 (0) 1656 815332
Fax: +44 (0) 1656 815339
Website: www.visitbridgend.com
Vale of Glamorgan
Tourism Unit,
Docks Office,
Barry Dock,
Barry, CF63 4RT
Tel: +44 (0) 1446 747171
Fax: +44 (0) 1446 704892
Website: www.visitthevale.com
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Penarth Penarth Pier,
The Esplanade, Penarth, CF64 3AU
Tel: +44 (0) 29 2070 8849
© Glamorgan Heritage Coast &
Countryside Marketing Consortium
BD/VOG/A1/10
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure
accuracy in this brochure, the publishers can
accept no liability whatsoever for any errors,
inaccuracies or omissions, or for any matter in
any way connected with or arising out of the
publication of this information. This brochure
may not be reproduced in part or in whole
without the prior consent of the publishers.

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