Explore Bridgend
Known for
Merthyr Mawr sand dunes (Europe's second highest), Coity Castle, the McArthurGlen designer outlet, and a South Wales market town between Cardiff and Swansea
A little history
Bridgend grew as a market town at the crossing of the River Ogmore. The surrounding area has extraordinary heritage — Ogmore Castle, Coity Castle and Ewenny Priory all within a few miles.
Merthyr Mawr sand dunes are extraordinary — Lawrence of Arabia was filmed here. Ogmore Castle and Ewenny Priory are free and excellent.
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Food & drink in Bridgend
The town centre has independent food options. Porthcawl nearby has excellent seaside food.
Restaurants & cafes
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Bars & nightlife
Craft pubs, independent bars and evening spots across Bridgend. Roam tells you what's open and what's worth the visit.
Independent shops
The local butchers, delis, bakeries and food shops that make Bridgend worth exploring on foot.
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Bridgend's independent businesses serve a large catchment. The McArthurGlen outlet brings significant retail spending.
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Merthyr Mawr sand dunes (Europe's second highest), Coity Castle, the McArthurGlen designer outlet, and a South Wales market town between Cardiff and Swansea Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Bridgend worth exploring.
The town centre has independent food options. Porthcawl nearby has excellent seaside food. Download Roam free to discover Bridgend's independent food scene.
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Bridgend's independent businesses serve a large catchment. The McArthurGlen outlet brings significant retail spending. List your Bridgend business on Roam to reach local customers in Bridgend.
Roam covers all of Bridgend including Pencoed, Porthcawl, Maesteg, Ogmore Vale, Llangeinor. Merthyr Mawr sand dunes are extraordinary — Lawrence of Arabia was filmed here. Ogmore Castle and Ewenny Priory are free and excellent.