10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Bridgend That You Shouldn't Miss

April 23, 2022 Kandra Bartel

Discover the best top things to do in Bridgend, United Kingdom including Glamorgan Heritage Coastline, Bushcraft Adventures, Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes, Kenfig National Nature Reserve, Parc Slip Nature Reserve, St John's House Trust, Coity Castle, Newbridge Fields, Bryngarw Country Park, Wiggleys Fun Farm.
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1. Glamorgan Heritage Coastline

Bridgend Wales
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5.0 based on 59 reviews

Glamorgan Heritage Coastline

Reviewed By PaulB78 - Cardiff, United Kingdom

Fabulous walks along the coast, just pack yourself some lunch and off you go, Winter or Summer it is well worth a visit

2. Bushcraft Adventures

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5.0 based on 62 reviews

Bushcraft Adventures

Archery, axe throwing & bushcraft outdoor activities held in our beautiful, private woodland in Bridgend. Fun for adults & kids (age 5+ for archery and 9+ for axe throwing) Book tickets for one of our scheduled events or drop us a line to check availability for a private event for your group. Small group events for every occasion run by experienced & professional instructors. Family activities, team events, hen do's & stag parties, milestone birthday celebrations, school reunions, catch ups with your mates & more! You don’t need to be really outdoorsy to take part in our events or have any prior experience. We work hard to make our events inclusive, accessible and most of all – fun! Advance booking required - take a look at our website for more info or please do drop us a line. We're a short drive from the lovely beaches at Porthcawl & close to Cardiff & Swansea too. We've achieved the Good To Go Standard. We're open and raring to go - are you ready for your outdoor adventure?!

3. Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes

Bridgend Wales +44 1443 411098
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4.5 based on 405 reviews

Merthyr Mawr Sand Dunes

Reviewed By kevinparry46 - Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Wonderful peaceful walking place, home of the Big Dipper the Tallest sand dune in Europe .. Great place for dog walking, plenty of wildlife its nature at its best.

4. Kenfig National Nature Reserve

Ton Kenfig, Bridgend CF33 4PT Wales 011 44 1656 743386 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kenfig-Nature-Reserve/173145709364643
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4.5 based on 224 reviews

Kenfig National Nature Reserve

Reviewed By whiphound64

Even though you could walk and enjoy without a dog - 'dogs rule' - lovely to see so many dogs mostly off leads being walked. Either stroll down dunes to Sker Beach which is stunning and usually deserted or visit the jewel in the crown the 'pond' - I have visited here many times in the past 6 years when I have been camping nearby. Sometimes seen upto 20 dogs all playing, swimming and running around together - great to see them all socialising - why keep a dog on a lead they are pack animals! Toilet facilities at car park always clean and usually an ice cream van to refresh you after your walk. Free car parking as well - will certainly be visiting again and again.

5. Parc Slip Nature Reserve

Fountain Road Tondu, Bridgend CF32 0EH Wales +44 1656 724100 [email protected] http://www.welshwildlife.org/visitor-centres/parc-slip-visitor-centre/parc-slip-nature-reserve/
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4.5 based on 160 reviews

Parc Slip Nature Reserve

The 247 acre Parc Slip Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve with its brand NEW VISITOR CENTRE has something for everyone: A variety of different habitat types supporting many different species for wildlife enthusiasts. A safe area for families to discover and enjoy nature. For cyclists, well-maintained traffic-free cycle tracks, including a 4km stretch of Sustrans National Cycle Route 4. Over 10km of tracks for dog walking, with water and free dog waste bags available at the Visitor Centre. Accessible paths on the Nature Reserve for wheelchairs, walking sticks and for those with sight problems. The Centre and Coffee Shop are fully accessible. ACCESS into and throughout the Reserve is exceptional; with dipping platforms near the Visitor Centre, access-for-all pathways, cycle ways, natural pathways, bird hides and picnic benches. And some Events put on here take you deep into some normally hidden parts of the Reserve. The Visitor Centre with its large free car park is set in open countryside but right by the road, and just a few miles from Bridgend. Northern Wetlands HideNorthern Wetlands Hide. NEW FOR 2013 is the freshly reopened Parc Slip Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre with Coffee Shop and upstairs Discovery Room, which is available for hire. A new events programme, with activities including wildlife surveys and guided walks, is running from the Visitor Centre. And there are many exciting developments planned for the Nature Reserve, such as the new arable crop field to provide a seed crop for breeding birds.

Reviewed By KevR516 - Bridgend, United Kingdom

Parc Slip is part of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales. Free parking, Free entrance and with a visitor centre and cafe for the requisite cup of tea and a bacon sandwich. Walking around the site there are ponds/scrapes and hides to spy on the wildlife. Well worth a visit

6. St John's House Trust

St. Johns Court Newcastle Hill, Bridgend CF31 4EY Wales +44 7510 248315 [email protected] http://www.stjohns-bridgend.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

St John's House Trust

Formerly known as The Hospice, St John's House is the oldest habitable dwelling in the town, c.1511. Described by the Royal Commission as: "A Hearth Passage house, the crenellated beams at The Hospice are the only known domestic examples in Glamorgan; the architectural detail is not only of high quality but increasingly lavish timber detail signals the hierarchy of rooms." The house is open on the second Sunday and last Saturday of each month (except December): 11am - 3pm.

7. Coity Castle

Coity, Off A4061, Bridgend CF35 6BG Wales +44 1443 336000 http://cadw.wales.gov.uk/daysout/coitycastle/?lang=en
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4.5 based on 101 reviews

Coity Castle

Reviewed By helstravels

Although it probably won’t take you more than an hour to look round. This is well worth a visit. It strangely in the middle of a housing estate. Would be knights and princesses can let their imagination. No toilet or cafe facilities but it free and easily doable.

8. Newbridge Fields

Bridgend Wales
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Newbridge Fields

Reviewed By caelchamberlain2 - Bridgend, United Kingdom

Local community fields perfect for a morning stroll , dog walk or a gentle run , used by two rugby teams and backs onto the Bridgend halo life centre

9. Bryngarw Country Park

Brynmenyn, Bridgend CF32 8UU Wales +44 1656 725155 [email protected] http://www.bryngarwcountrypark.co.uk
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4.0 based on 342 reviews

Bryngarw Country Park

Reviewed By Anniuw - Bridgend, United Kingdom

Had the most beautiful afternoon tea for my mum’s birthday. All the lovely bone China and homemade cakes and sandwiches. Great friendly staff. Thank you

10. Wiggleys Fun Farm

Ffordd-y-Gyfraith Ffordd-y-Gyfraith, Cefn Cribwr, Bridgend CF32 0BQ Wales +44 1656 743246 [email protected] http://www.wiggleysfunfarm.co.uk
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4.0 based on 364 reviews

Wiggleys Fun Farm

Reviewed By 050387

After reading some mixed reviews I didn’t know what to expect but I’m so glad we chose to visit Wiggley’s Farm! I’d say that it’s probably aimed at smaller children, maybe around 2-10yrs. My son who is 2 and a half had an amazing time!! The indoor play area is huge, the outdoor area is a really good size and there are enough animals to keep the littles entertained. We had a coffee which was reasonably priced. I read some reviews which criticised the prices of food and drink but it’s no more expensive than any other play area you’d visit. It cost us just over £7 for 4 of us (the baby was free plus 1 adult) and that included the 2 bags of animal food we bought. Staff were friendly and it was well kept and tidy. Anyone who complains about this place is obviously never happy! For the price I don’t know what you’re expecting! If you’re looking for somewhere rain or shine I’d recommend! We’re definitely going to return. Thanks Wiggley’s!

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