Places to visit in South Wales whilst staying at the Great House

The Museum of Welsh Life

Offering a social insight into aspects of Welsh life through the centuries with live activities and fun weekends for families

Golf

We are able to organise rounds and tee times at all local golf courses (competitions permitting)

Shopping at McArthur Glen

McArthur Glen outlet village for the ladies containing 80 designer and high-street brands.

Mountain Biking & Horse Riding

There are plenty of opportunities within the local area for mountain biking on some of the UK's top rated trails to suit different mountain biking skills and fitness levels.

Shooting, Off Road Driving & Fishing

Guests are truly spoilt for choice with a wide range of fishing opportunities, whether on rivers, lakes or the sea.  We are able to organise by arrangement through Dai the Fish!  Fishing on the Rivers Ogmore and Ewenny can be arranged by the Ogmore Angling Association

We can also arrange clay pigeon shooting and off road driving activities during your stay at the Great House.

Visits to Castles

Explore the many castles of Wales built during the middle ages, ranging from St Davids in the west to Castell Coch in the east.

Explore the Valleys

The surrounding countryside is rich in history and Welsh culture which has been shaped through major periods in history.  At Big Pit national coal museum it's still possible to go "down the pit" and talk to ex miners about their family history of work in Welsh steel, iron and coal.

Explore the Coast

From the wind swept sand dunes of Merthyr Mawr to the seaside town of Porthcawl a favourite with generations of holiday-makers to enjoy a traditional seaside holiday with its blue flag beaches and fairground. Only a few minutes north of Porthcawl is the Kenfig National Nature Reserve - one of the most impressive conservation sites in Britain.

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