This scenic stretch of the Wales Coast Path links some of my favourite places on the south Wales coast – Southerndown, Ogmore-by-Sea and Merthyr Mawr.
Wales Coast Path: Dunraven Bay to Merthyr Mawr
Bronllys Castle
Tucked away down a little path in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, it's easy to miss what remains of this 13th century castle that overlooks the Black Mountains.
Tretower Court and Castle
Nestled in the heart of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, the sleepy village of Tretower is home to a ruined Norman castle and a medieval manor house.
Hay Castle
This castle with a tumultuous history in the Welsh book town of Hay-on-Wye has been given a new lease of life as a cultural centre.
Talley Abbey
This impressive 12th century ruined abbey is situated in the village of Talley, surrounded by the lush green hills of the Cothi Valley. It's Wales's only Premonstratensian abbey.
Bannau Brycheiniog: Elidir Trail
This scenic south Wales walk, which takes in four waterfalls, follows the path of the Afon Nedd Fechan through a woodland ravine from Pontneddfechan to Pont Melin-Fach, some two-and-a-half miles away.
Dyffryn Gardens 2021
With lots of wildflowers and plants in muted shades, the gardens had a more subdued feel to them than in previous years.
Powis Castle and Garden
Sitting high on a rock overlooking the rolling Welsh hills, this enormous 13th century red castle boasts sumptuous stately interiors and a grand glorious garden.
Conwy
Situated at the mouth of the Conwy River in north Wales, Conwy boasts well-preserved town walls, a grand suspension bridge and a mighty castle that soars above the town.
Bodnant Garden
One of the finest gardens in Wales, Bodnant Garden is an 80-acre estate home to woodland, Italianate terraces, formal gardens, lily ponds and wildflower meadows.
Plas Newydd House and Garden
This elegant stately home overlooking the Menai Strait boasts red squirrels in the grounds and superb views of Eryri National Park.
Beaumaris
Founded in the late 13th century, Beaumaris Castle on Ynys Môn (Anglesey) is one of four major fortresses built by King Edward I in north Wales.
Little Old World 