Activities

Merthyr Mawr Beach & Sand Dunes - Free

Merthyr Mawr is a wide sandy beach backed by the extensive dune system of Merthyr Mawr Warren. Access to the beach is a walk of about ¾ mile across the dunes. The dune system is a maze of paths and there are numerous possible ways to the shore, but the main route is waymarked. The largest sand dune in Europe - known locally as the Big Dipper - is just south of the car park. We will provide a bunch of different activities such as football, spikeball, water colouring, card games and more! Parking all day is £5.

More info: https://www.visitbridgend.co.uk/attractions/MerthyrMawrWarrenNationalNatureReserve 

Big Pit - Paid (this is not part of the convention price)

Go 300 feet underground with your Guide and see what life was like for the thousands of men who worked at the coal face. Our unique Underground Tour takes you to the heart of Big Pit. This tour will have a fee of £5 or £3 concession ticket. A Job-A-Knock ticket gives you the ability to book a timed slot for our Underground Tour in advance for the cost of £8. Parking is £5.

More info: https://museum.wales/bigpit/ 

St. Fagans - Free

This museum has been Wales' most popular heritage attraction for many years. It holds a special place in the hearts of the people of Wales. This is because  St Fagans is a people's museum, where we explore history together, through people's everyday lives. Open 10am - 5pm, with parking £7.

More info: https://museum.wales/stfagans/