Town centres
Why not head into your nearest town centre and help support local businesses.
With a mix of independent shops and traditional markets in both Bridgend and Maesteg, they’re the perfect place to pick up any last-minute gifts.
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Bridgend town centre
A market town since the 16th century, Bridgend has a lively mix of independent shops, cafés and high street names. In the traditional indoor market, you’ll find long established family businesses and new traders.
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Maesteg town centre
The shopping experience here is a friendly one. Experience the strong sense of community in the town centre, which is home to high street brands, independent shops and an outdoor market clustered around a new market square.
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Porthcawl town centre
Just behind the seafront Esplanade, you’ll find an exciting range of independent shops and cafés, alongside high street brands.
Destination Restaurants
Bridgend town centre is home to a number of independent 'destination' restaurants offering a range of world cuisine:
- Zia Nina
- Colosseo
- Corvo Lounge
- Tholos
- La Cocina
- Morgans
- Poco Poco
- Marble
- Franco's IL Vecchio