Bridgend Map

Bridgend map, view the Mid-Glamorgan town of Bridgend, located in the county of Mid-Glamorgan, Wales.

Detailed Street Map of Bridgend Mid-Glamorgan & Guide to the Area

Bridgend Map Mid-Glamorgan: Interactive map of Bridgend, displaying the town situated in the county of Mid-Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Bridgend area and a Bridgend town centre map, showing Bridgend Railway Station and the Princess of Wales Hospital.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Bridgend map are: Bridgend Market, Rhiw Shopping Centre, Halo Leisure Centre, Bridgend Life Centre, Ewenny Priory, Newbridge Fields, Nolton Corner, Nolton Church, The Coach, The Haywain, The Red Dragon, The Windham Arms, The Golden Well, Zia Nina, Poco Poco, Franco's, Nolton Bar & Kitchen, Morgan's Bistro, The Green House, La Cocina Tapas, The Westward Ho!, Bridgend Central Library, Bridgend County Borough Council Offices, Bridgend Job Centre, McArthur Glen Designer Outlet, Marks & Spencer, Next, H&M, River Island, JD Sports, Superdrug, Boots, WHSmith, Holland & Barrett, Costa Coffee, Starbucks, Greggs, Card Factory, Sports Direct, Peacocks, Specsavers, Poundland, Barclays Bank, Halifax, Principality Building Society, Penybont Primary School, Brynteg School, Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School, Glanrhyd Hospital, Quarella Road Surgery, Bridgend Railway Station.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Litchard, Coity, Brackla, Broadlands, Wildmill, Bryntirion, Cefn Glas, Laleston, Ewenny, Merthyr Mawr, Ogmore-by-Sea, Southerndown, St Brides Major, Kenfig Hill, Pyle, Cornelly, North Cornelly, South Cornelly, Nottage, Newton, Porthcawl, Rest Bay, Cefn Cribwr, Tondu, Aberkenfig, Brynmenyn, Sarn, Bryncethin, Penyfai, Coychurch, Heol-y-Cyw, Pencoed, Brynna.

Bridgend is a down-to-earth town in South Wales, roughly halfway between Cardiff and Swansea, with the coast just a short drive away. It's a place that's got a bit of everything—shops, history, good transport links and a proper sense of local pride. While it's not one of the big headline towns, there's plenty going on if you take the time to look. Tucked between valleys and the sea, it feels close to the countryside without being cut off from the action. Whether you're stopping by for a few hours or calling it home, there's a steady, friendly vibe that runs right through it.

The town gets its name from the bridge over the River Ogmore, which still flows through the centre. It began life as a small rural settlement but really started to grow during the industrial period with the arrival of the railway and nearby coal mining. In the 20th century, it became a key location for the Ministry of Defence and later developed as a shopping and administrative hub for the county. Bridgend's population sits at around 52,000, and the town has expanded into surrounding areas over time, taking in neighbourhoods like Wildmill, Brackla and Broadlands. While it's changed a lot, you can still spot signs of its older roots in the layout of the streets and the buildings dotted about.

There's a decent mix of attractions and facilities in town. Bridgend's indoor market is a local staple, while the main shopping area has a mix of chain stores and independent shops. The Brewery Field stadium plays host to Bridgend Ravens rugby and is a lively spot on match days. Newbridge Fields offers wide green spaces, sports pitches and a proper stretch for walking the dog. Just outside town, there's Coity Castle—a quiet, slightly crumbling ruin with plenty of atmosphere. Merthyr Mawr, just a short drive away, is home to ancient stepping stones, peaceful woodland and the largest sand dunes in Europe. Nearby, you'll also find National Trust-managed Dyffryn House and Gardens, and the remains of Ogmore Castle sit close to the sea, offering great views across the estuary. No English Heritage sites directly in town, but history's never too far off.

If you head out into the wider Mid-Glamorgan area, you're spoiled for choice. The valleys to the north are packed with walking routes, old mining villages and dramatic scenery. Places like Maesteg and Caerau have strong community spirit and a good sense of heritage. To the east, Llantrisant and Talbot Green offer more shopping and links to the Rhondda. Over towards the coast, Porthcawl is a classic seaside spot with a promenade, funfair and sandy beaches—great for a day out when the sun's playing nice. Then there's Kenfig Nature Reserve, where sand dunes and wildflowers meet old legends and birdwatching hideaways.

Bridgend's transport links are one of its strong points. It sits just off the M4, so getting to Cardiff, Swansea or further afield is easy. Bridgend railway station offers regular services to both cities, plus connections to London Paddington via the South Wales Main Line. Local buses serve the town and surrounding villages, and it's not far from Pencoed or Maesteg by car or train. Cardiff Airport is the closest for flights—around 30 minutes by car, or slightly longer by train and bus. The town itself is fairly compact, so walking from one end of the centre to the other doesn't take long.

Mid-Glamorgan as a county may not officially exist in the same way it once did, but it still carries weight locally. Historically made up of mining towns, valleys and strong communities, it includes places like Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf. These areas have been shaped by coal, steel and working-class resilience, and while much has changed, that industrial past still lingers in the culture and landscape. Today, the county blends rolling hills, market towns and growing commuter areas with a sense of real Welsh identity—proud, grounded and quietly evolving.

We hope you found this Bridgend tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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