Porthcawl tourist information
Porthcawl is a traditional British seaside resort on the fantastic southern 'Gold Coast' of Wales.
This lively town is known for its fun fair (Coney Beach), amusements, arcades and donkey rides.
There are several excellent beaches, the most popular of which are family-friendly Sandy Bay and the more peaceful Rest Bay, a large stretch of open sand providing great surfing conditions. To the east is the large holiday park of Trecco Bay, and just to the north the dunes of Kenfig.
Originally developed as a dock, Porthcawl became popular with tourists in the late Victorian age, and the grand wide promenade dates from this era. The Grand Pavilion was built in the 1930s and is still a hub of the town. There is also a great variety of cafes, fish and chips, restaurants and shops.
Cressey's Surf Academy 2 Ffynon Y Maen, Pyle, Porthcawl CF33 6JE
Learn to surf at Rest Bay and Welsh beaches. Cressey's Surf Academy information
Porthcawl Museum John Street, Porthcawl
Local history, housed in the old Porthcawl Police Station. Porthcawl Museum information
The Grand Pavilion The Esplanade, Porthcawl CF36 3YW
Wonderful Art Deco building on the Porthcawl seafront. The Grand Pavilion information
Coney Beach Amusement Park Eastern Promenade, Porthcawl CF36 5BY
Long-established seaside funfair overlooking a wide sandy beach. Coney Beach Amusement Park information
Hotels
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111 Heol Fach Porthcawl CF334LH MAP With a traditional restaurant and cosy bar, the Green Acre Motel offers free parking and cooked breakfasts. The M4 motorway and picturesque Porthcawl are just 5 minutesā drive away. The individual rooms at Green Acre each have a private entrance and a ... More Information and Book ... |
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7-11 John Street Porthcawl CF36 3AP MAP Situated in the centre of Porthcawl, this hotel has its own health club, a sports bar and diner, and free Wi-Fi. The coast can be reached in 5 minutes on foot. Guests at The Porthcawl Hotel can enjoy free use of the leisure facilities, which include a fu... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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North Cornelly near Porthcawl CF33 4HN MAP Sessingham Cottage is a cosy holiday home in the village of North Cornelly, between Porthcawl and Bridgend. There are two double bedrooms and a single room, along with a family bathroom, ground floor cloakroom and a first floor sauna with shower. Sleeps: 5 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: £298 - £826 a week.... More Information and Book ... |
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Porthcawl CF36 3DP MAP Chapel Cottage is a very well-furnished semi-detached property just two minutes stroll from the beach and promenade of Porthcawl. There is a king-size double bedroom with TV, a further double and a twin room. Sleeps: 6 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: £350 - £845 a week.... More Information and Book ... |
To get away from the resort, follow the coastline to Kenfig.
Towns Near Porthcawl To Visit - straight line distance:
Kenfig Tourist Information (2.01 miles) Merthyr Mawr Tourist Information (4.11 miles) Southerndown Tourist Information (4.46 miles) Bridgend Tourist Information (5.62 miles)
Porthcawl Tourist Information Centre
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Old Police Station
John Street
Porthcawl
CF36 3DT
Tel: 01656 786639
Email: porthcawltic@bridgend.gov.uk
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