What you can see in Bryngarw this Winter
There’s lots of amazing things to see in Bryngarw during the Winter months, look out for the following when you visit us: Festive Sights A bright splash of colour at this time of year, look out for the eye-catching red berries of the Holly tree as you wander around the park. Did you know, Holly …
Take part in our Autumn Photo Competition
You’re invited to take part in Bryngarw Country Park’s Autumn Photo Competition for a chance to win a 4-5ft Christmas tree from B-Leaf! All you need to do is take a photo (or many) in the park between Monday 11th September and Thursday 30th November 2023, post in on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, tagging us …
Eighth Green Flag for Bryngarw Country Park
Bryngarw Country Park has reached the high standard required to fly the coveted Green Flag for another year! The award is given to publicly accessible parks and green spaces that have achieved international standards in the areas of: a welcoming place; healthy, safe and secure; well maintained and clean; environmental management; biodiversity, landscape and heritage; …
Take part in our Summer Photo Competition
You’re invited to take part in Bryngarw Country Park’s Summer Photo Competition for a chance to win a £10 voucher for Bryngarw Café! All you need to do is take a photo (or many) in the park between Saturday 1st July and Thursday 31st August 2023, post in on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, tagging us …
Bridgend Green Gathering in Bryngarw Country Park
We are pleased to be hosting the Bridgend Green Gathering 2023 in Bryngarw Country Park on Friday 16th June. The gathering is a celebration of nature and well-being innovations across the borough. The event is open to anyone interested in supporting better health and well-being in local green and natural space. It is an opportunity …
Awen Cultural Trust to host first Bridgend Children’s Literature Festival
Awen Cultural Trust will host the inaugural Bridgend Children’s Literature Festival from Saturday 20th May to Sunday 4th June, thanks to financial support from Arts Council of Wales, Welsh Government and Bridgend County Borough Council. The fortnight-long festival, which will take place at the Grand Pavilion in Porthcawl, Blaengarw Workmen’s Hall, Bryngarw Country Park and …
Bounce and Rhyme returns to Bryngarw Country Park
We are very excited to announce that Bounce and Rhyme will be returning to Bryngarw Country Park on Wednesday 1st March 2023. The sessions will be running on Wednesdays at 10am fortnightly (term-time only) in the Visitors Centre. What’s even better is the sessions will be completely free! Tickets are available through the box office …
Bryngarw Country Park to become a hub for ‘My Tree, Our Forest’ initiative
We are pleased to announce that Bryngarw Country Park is to become a hub for the ‘My Tree, Our Forest’ initiative. The Welsh Government and Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales, are offering thousands of trees to households in Wales, free of charge. The trees will help tackle the effects of climate change and …
Volunteers needed for woodland “bramble bashing”
We are in need of some volunteers to help us cut back some of the bramble to help our flowers flourish. The ranger-led session will take place on Thursday 16th February from 10.30am until 12.30pm. Unfortunately, bramble grows quickly in our woods, creating thick carpets which block sunlight and stop woodland wildflowers from growing. If …
What’s on in Bryngarw this February half-term?
We have some exciting events and activities happening in Bryngarw Country Park during February half-term. Louby Lou’s Storytelling Trail Argh me hearties! Pull up the anchor and set sail to Bryngarw Country Park. Our stinky pirates need a new crew to help search for their precious treasure, hidden somewhere in the park grounds. Help them …