Maudlam Travel Guide

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Kenfig National Nature Reserve. Kenfig Pool is Glamorgan’s largest natural lake close to the steelworks at Port Talbot and to Bridgend. The reserve is one of the finest wildlife habitats in Wales and one of the last remaining examples of the huge dune system that once stretched along the coast of South Wales from the River Ogmore to the Gower peninsula. Surrounding the pool the dunes are home to a wide variety of wild orchids, as well as insects and other wildlife. Otters have been seen among the reed beds recently and among a variety of wildfowl the site is a regular wintering location for the Bittern and is a summer breeding site for Reed and Sedge Warblers. The scarcer Aquatic Warbler regularly visits in autumn. Kenfig is therefore one of the most important sites in Britain for nature conservation.
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Kenfig National Nature Reserve. Kenfig Pool is Glamorgan’s largest natural lake close to the steelworks at Port Talbot and to Bridgend. The reserve is one of the finest wildlife habitats in Wales and one of the last remaining examples of the huge dune system that once stretched along the coast of South Wales from the River Ogmore to the Gower peninsula. Surrounding the pool the dunes are home to a wide variety of wild orchids, as well as insects and other wildlife. Otters have been seen among the reed beds recently and among a variety of wildfowl the site is a regular wintering location for the Bittern and is a summer breeding site for Reed and Sedge Warblers. The scarcer Aquatic Warbler regularly visits in autumn. Kenfig is therefore one of the most important sites in Britain for nature conservation.
Photo by Mick Lobb (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
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Kenfig Pool
Photo by David Lewis (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Carr scrub on Kenfig Burrows Although sand dunes dominate the Burrows, other features can be found. This carr scrub largely comprises hawthorn but in other areas, where the ground is wetter, birch predominates. the effect of motorcycles being used on such land surface is clearly seen.
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales
The price is £64 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£64
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (553 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

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Vale Resort

Vale Resort

4 out of 5
Hensol Park Pontyclun Wales
The price is £102 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£102
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Pontyclun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Lanelay Lane Pontyclun Wales
Fully refundable
The price is £131 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
£131
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Pontyclun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (790 reviews)
Just amazing all around

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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Cwmbach Cottages

Cwmbach Cottages

3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road Neath Wales
Stay at this golf guesthouse in Neath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Neath Golf Club and Aberdulais Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Lovely peaceful location and lodge has everything you need for a relaxing stay. We’d definitely look to stay here again when we’re next in the area. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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Luxury Shepherds Hut Near Glamorgan Coast

Luxury Shepherds Hut Near Glamorgan Coast

2 out of 5
Cowbridge Wales
Stay at this cabin in Cowbridge. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Taskforce Paint Ball Games and Beaupre Castle are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
A beautiful little hut 😊

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Luxury Shepherds Hut Near Glamorgan Coast
"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

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Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Aberdare Swimming Pool and Aberdare Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
Amazing stay! Had everything we needed, such a cute, warm welcoming home!

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