Newcastle (Cadw)
A castle built to last. Evidence of the castle’s superior build quality can be seen in its striking Norman doorway, perfectly preserved after lying almost untouched since the 12th century.
Parc Calon Lan
This park has been created from reclaimed coal works. It has woodland, and footpaths that lead through the mountains. Also see its many sculptures.
Parc Slip Nature Reserve
Parc Slip Nature Reserve itself is an area of 300 acres containing a fantastic mix of habitats such as grassland, woodland and wetlands, restored from its previous status as an opencast coal mine.
Porthcawl - Newton Beach
Newton is the most easterly beach at Porthcawl and is a ten minute walk from the picturesque village of Newton.
Porthcawl - Rest Bay Beach
Rest Bay is a popular beach at Porthcawl with miles of fine quality golden sand and some rock pools backed by low cliffs.
Porthcawl - Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay Beach – a wide, sandy beach which gently slopes towards the sea and boasts views of the North Devon coast across the Bristol Channel. Popular with surfers, stand-up paddle boarders and families thanks to its very clean waters.
Porthcawl - Sker Beach and Pink Bay
The most westerly pair of Porthcawl’s bays and beaches, Pink Bay and Sker may not be as accessible as the more easterly beaches, but they’re quieter and unspoilt because of it.
Porthcawl - Town Beach
Town Beach has recently undergone a £3 million sea defence scheme upgrade along with strengthening of the sea wall along the lower promenade. It runs from Porthcawl Marina and the RNLI boat station in the east to the Grand Pavillion.
