About the local area
Trecco Bay has an ideal location steps away from a Blue Flag Beach on the stunning Glamorgan Heritage Coastline with the lively seaside resort of Porthcawl only a stones throw away.
Enjoy a family day out learning about science in a fun and friendly way at Techniquest or spend the day at Margam Country House exploring its vast gardens, home to many deer.
Map of Trecco Bay

Cities and towns
- Porthcawl
Porthcawl is a traditional seaside town with several beaches, incuding two with Blue Flag status. As well as the beaches there is also a grand pavilion, fun fair and many bars and restaurants. - Cardiff
There's so much to do in the capital of Wales including top sporting events at the Millennium Stadium, a whole host of shops, bars and restaurants and many galleries and museums. - Gower
A finalist in ITV's Britain's Favourite View, the Gower Peninsula is famous for its award winning beaches and unspoilt scenery. Spend the day enjoying walks along coastal paths and take in the stunning scenery.
Local attractions
Coity Castle
Visit the Norman castle very much in ruins just one mile north of Bridgend. It was built on the site of a Norman fortification but much of the castle was remodelled in the 14th and 15 century.
Museum of Welsh Life
Journey through Welsh history from rural tradition to industrial power house as you explore galleries and over 40 buildings that have been transported and rebuilt.
Margam Country House
Visit the impressive Tudor Gothic style Victorian mansion house and explore the 30 acres of refurbished gardens with the largest collection of deer in Wales.
Kenfig National Nature Reserve
Take in spectacular views from Sker Beach across Swansea Bay to the Gower or take yourself on a nature trail, stopping at one of the bird hides overlooking the 70-acre freshwater pool and watch for wildfowl.
Techniquest
Learn about science in a fun and friendly way with 160 interactive exhibits and puzzles. See the stars at the Planetarium or make a trip to the discovery room if music or fossils are more your thing!
