Top Things to do in Bridgend
Countries
The 7 Best Things to do in Bridgend, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Bridgend, United Kingdom including Islay Woollen Mill, RSPB Loch Gruinart Reserve, Islay House Community Gardens, Islay Ales, Islay Studios, Bridgend Golf Club, Islay House Square.
Restaurants in Bridgend
1. Islay Woollen Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 190 reviews
The Islay Woollen Mill is situated just off the main Port Askaig road near Bridgend. The Mill is owned and run by Gordon and Sheila Covell and produces an excellent range of top quality woven fabrics, much in demand by the Hollywood film industry. Islay Woollen Mill designs were featured in Braveheart starring Mel Gibson, Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks and Rob Roy starring Liam Neeson. The Mill shop is open from Monday to Saturday and features a wide selection of both Woollen Mill products and quality souvenirs of Islay. Opening times are Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 4pm. Should you visit Islay, stopping at the Islay Woollen Mill is as necessary as touring a distillery.
2. RSPB Loch Gruinart Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Loch Gruinart is a working farm as well as a nature reserve.There's always plenty to see at Loch Gruinart. In autumn, thousands of white-fronted and barnacle geese arrive from Greenland. When they leave in spring, wading birds take centre-stage, with the courtship displays of snipe, lapwings, redshanks and curlews. Watch it all take place from our viewing centre and hides, or on one of our trails. During the summer months we offer guided walks, when we'll listen out for the corncrakes in the evening, or take a stroll through one of our trails searching out treecreepers, willow warblers, roe deer and speckled wood butterflies in the Woodland Trail, or on the higher Moorland Trail look out for hen harriers, golden eagles, red deer and marsh fritillary butterflies.
Reviewed By 294mariay - Chester, United Kingdom
Just a beautiful area to visit. Goes without saying if you have a passing interest in birds this is where they are all hanging out .. the hides were not open due to COVID restrictions but didn’t matter.. there is a very clear one way system in place. The place is crazy noisy with bird life which was exciting. Short and easy walk through some lovely woodland. Watch for midges.
3. Islay House Community Gardens
4. Islay Ales
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 103 reviews
A micro brewery producing 10 regular ales and beers through out the year plus seasonal specials.
Reviewed By ilostwaldo - Colorado, United States
David's tasting was amazing here, and I still found something in the shop to buy after. I've really enjoyed my local souvenirs from here, as they are showcased in my living room.
5. Islay Studios
6. Bridgend Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Bridgend Golf Club is a 9 hole golf course as well as an 18 hole footgolf course. We introduced fottgolf as it is one of Britain's fastest growing sports and involves all ages and abilities.All events are catered for; individual, family, corporate, stag and hen parties are welcome. Free group travel can be arranged within a 20 mile radius. Tee times must be booked by phone or via the website.
7. Islay House Square
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By smithfreeman - Charlotte, United States
Normally you would tour this kind of building as part of a museum, and never expect to be able to stay there. The Islay house has just as much history as the rest of the island and puts you right in the middle for quick access to every part of the island, every distillery, the Woolen Mill, etc. Very friendly staff greeted us, toured us around the main house and made us feel completely at home in what feels like one step removed from a castle. The breakfast and dinner were excellent and only paled compared to the whisky selection. Can't wait to stay again!
