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Things to see in Bridgend (United Kingdom): 27 places and when to go
Bridgend is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 27 places in and around it, mainly History (10), Nature (10), Mountains (9). The best known are Coity Castle, Kenfig Castle and Ogmore Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 37. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 51.5464, -3.6132
- Places
- 27 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (10) · Nature (10) · Mountains (9) · Temples (3) · Beaches (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- BRS Bristol, 65 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mynydd Llangeinwyr, at 568 m.
What to see in Bridgend
The places in and around Bridgend, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Coity CastleCastle in Bridgend County Borough, Wales4.9 km
- Kenfig CastleRuins of castle in Wales, UK8.3 km
- Ogmore CastleGrade I listed castle in Bridgend County Borough, Wales7.3 km
- Candleston CastleGrade II* listed building in Bridgend County Borough7.1 km
- Newcastle Castle, BridgendCastle in Bridgend, Wales4.7 km
- Margam AbbeyAbbey in South Wales, UK8.3 km
- Margam CastleCountry house in Neath Port Talbot County Borough, Wales8.0 km
- Llangynwyd CastleCastle in Bridgend County Borough, Wales, UK5.3 km
- St Quintins CastleCastle in Llanblethian, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales15 km
- St David's Church, BettwsChurch in Bettws, Bridgend County Borough, Wales, UK3.0 km
- St Mary's Church, Coity HigherChurch in Bridgend County Borough, UK5.0 km
- Ewenny PrioryPriory in Vale of Glamorgan, Wales7.1 km
- Mynydd LlangeinwyrHill in Bridgend County Borough, Wales, UK11 km
- South Wales Miners' MuseumMining museum in Port Talbot, South Wales12 km
- St Crallo's ChurchChurch in Bridgend County Borough, UK7.3 km
- Foel TrawsnantHill (373m) in Neath Port Talbot County Borough11 km
- Moel y FenHill (267m) in Neath Port Talbot County Borough12 km
- Mynydd CaerauHill (555.3m) in Bridgend County Borough10 km
- Mynydd Pen-rhysHill (285m) in Neath Port Talbot County Borough14 km
- Brackla HillHill (86.6m) in Bridgend County Borough5.4 km
- Bridgend Minature RailwayWith kids5 m
- Foel y DyffrynHill (366m) in Bridgend County Borough10 km
- Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature ReserveProtected area7.7 km
- Moel Gallt-y-cwmHill (272m) in Neath Port Talbot County Borough9.8 km
And the other 3, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Pen Disgwylfa
- Beaches: Rest Bay Beach, Trecco Bay
When to go to Bridgend
The best time to visit Bridgend is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:05
- FebPossible9:42
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:36
- MayBest time15:23
- JunBest time16:23
- JulBest time15:58
- AugBest time14:24
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:22
- NovBetter not8:33
- DecPossible7:37
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 37. In June, 27 of the 27 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bridgend
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS, Bristol), 65 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Green Street32 places22 km
- Swansea78 places25 km
- Cardiff134 places27 km
- Penycae44 places31 km
- Culbone27 places36 km
- Blaenavon58 places43 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bridgend?
The best known: Coity Castle, Kenfig Castle, Ogmore Castle, Candleston Castle, Newcastle Castle, Bridgend. In all, 27 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bridgend?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 37.
How do you get to Bridgend?
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), 65 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bridgend as the destination and these 27 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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