Autumn at Bryngarw
Although the trees may have started to shed their leaves a few weeks early this year thanks to the recent heatwave, autumn officially starts on 23rd September. Every season has its unique charms, but we think there’s something extra special about autumn here at Bryngarw Country Park. As the air turns cooler and fresher, a …
Four Reasons Why a Trip to Bryngarw Could Boost Your Wellbeing
There’s more to enjoying a day out at Bryngarw Country Park than you might think. As well as being good fun, spending time in a natural environment like ours can have real benefits for your health and wellbeing. Here are just some of the ways in which a visit to the park could give you …
Monday 19th September
Bryngarw Country Park will be closed on Monday 19th September as a sign of respect to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her funeral. The car park will remain open but all public facilities, including the toilets, café and visitor centre will be closed.
Call Out
Here at Bryngarw Country Park we love to collaborate with artists or activity leaders to create nature/arts events to animate the park and to engage with nature. We love to encourage people to come out in all kinds of weather and take in our beautiful surroundings. We have run Halloween and Christmas events for many …
Accessible Children’s Play Areas
Finding suitable spots for the kids to play freely can be a challenge, particularly if your child is living with a disability. Bryngarw Country Park has been a favourite place for families to visit for generations, and providing fun spaces for children to play together has always been very high on our list of priorities. …
Enjoy outdoor theatre at Bryngarw Country Park
Enjoy outdoor theatre at Bryngarw Country Park There’s nothing quite like watching a classic play in the great outdoors, especially when the backdrop is as scenic as Bryngarw Country Park. A far more laid-back experience than traditional theatre, there’s something particularly special about being part of an alfresco audience on a summer’s day, with plenty …
10 things you might not know about Bryngarw Country Park
Whether you’ve already visited Bryngarw or have yet to discover its unique charms, there are some things you might not know about our favourite country park. From our status as a Valleys Regional Park Discovery Gateway to our collaborations with local community projects, we thought we’d share a few lesser-known Bryngarw facts. We’re part of …
Teens enjoy the astral wonders of the universe at Bryngarw Country Park
A youth group of aspiring astronomers and outdoor enthusiasts staying at the Village Lodge in Bettws enjoyed an evening of stargazing at Bryngarw Country Park on Friday 4th February, thanks to Awen Cultural Trust and The Outdoor Partnership. The event, which was funded by the Welsh Government’s Winter of Wellbeing initiative, was led by Dorian …
Protecting Bryngarw’s Precious Habitats to Help Combat Climate Change
Climate change is a concern for everyone, but we can all do our bit to help by protecting and nurturing the valuable natural environments around us. At Bryngarw Country Park, we have some incredibly important habitats, and our dedicated rangers take great care to manage them so that they not only thrive today but continue …
Spending Time in Nature is Good for Your Health!
Do you find getting outdoors into a natural environment makes you feel better? You’re not alone. According to the latest Mental Health Foundation Report for Mental Health Awareness Week, 65% of people experience positive emotions as a result of being in nature. And over half of respondents reported that visiting green spaces was a key …