We offer tipi rental around the following areas.
OGMORE
The whole area around Ogmore is of outstanding beauty with plenty to do and see. There are so many beautiful sights here for you to enjoy.
Ogmore Castle
Ogmore Castle was initially constructed soon after 1100 by William de Londres as part of the Norman invasion of Wales.
The castle was in use until the 19th Century for a range of purposes, including a court of justice and a prison, but is now a substantial set of remains and local landmark. Click here for the story of Ogmore Castle.
Stepping Stones
52 stepping-stones lead across the ford of the Ewenny and Ogmore rivers to the pretty village of Merthyr Mawr. Local legend has it that they were laid for a love-sick girl who lived in the castle. Her lover lived across the river, and their meetings were impeded by tides and floods. Apparently the stones served their purpose - the lovers married in 1233.
Ogmore Farm Horse Riding
Riding a horse on a wide open beach near the lapping fringe of the sea is a dream for many people. At Ogmore Farm near Bridgend in South Wales this dream is a reality, every day.
A two hour trek meanders from the yard twice a day, traversing rivers, beach and high sand dunes. The farm is set in beautiful surroundings, under the silent presence of imposing Ogmore Castle. Bookings can be made http://www.rideonthebeach.co.uk
Ogmore Farm tea Rooms
Just across the lane from Ogmore Farm you will find the tea rooms run by Judith and Eric. Teas, afterrnoon cakes and daily homemade specials are available here. Breakfast can be arranged here in advance as Judith will source the products from local farm shop. This building was the original Farmhouse until a just a few years ago. Call Judith on 01656 656878
The Pelican Pub
Ogmore is home to a friendly country pub locally known as the Peli although officially named The Pelican in Her Piety. A cracking place to have a good drink that also offers some of the best food in the area. Live music is often on on a Friday or Saturday night. http://www.pelicanpub.co.uk
Southerndown Golf Club
Southerndown Golf course. This is a links-style course who's unique terrains make it one of the driest courses in Wales, with yeaqr round goldf for both members and visitors. Please check their term before you come http://www.southerndowngolfclub.com
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Merthyr Mawr
From the Ogmore Farm, go across the stepping stones on the river Ewenny and then over the Swinging Bridge into the beautiful village of Merthyr Mawr with its thatched cottages. As you walk through Mertyr Mawr towards the dunes you will see amazing wildlife, a beautiful church and depending on the season strawberry fields that you can pay to pick.
Candleston Castle - Distance from Ogmore : 1.5 Miles
There are two castles, Ogmore Castle which is in Ogmore and Candleston Castle. A pleasant walk away to the west of the Ogmore Farm, Candleston Castle can be found at the entrance to the Merthyr Mawr Warren, the highest sand dune slacks in Europe. To get to this castle from the tipis walk to Ogmore Farm then through Merthyr Mawr village as desribed above.
Click here for more on Ogmore and Merthyr Mawr
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Ogmore By Sea
Ogmore by Sea is a beautiful part of the heritage coast and is far from commercialised although it does have a Cafe Bar "Franklins", a Post Office and a general store. Ogmore by Sea boasts several beaches which are good for surfing, fishing and the bathing.
Ogmore by Sea - Main Beach "The Front" or "The Rivermouth"
Follow the river east from Ogmore for about a mile and a half, a really nice walk along the rivers flood planes or above on a high tide. Ogmore beach is a large sandy beach ideal for sunbathing, swimming and surfing, make sure you take notice of the lifeguards flags as there are some nasty currents in certain places. In the peak months there are Ice Cream Vans for refreshments at the car park. On a low tide look out for tusker rock about a mile out from the beach, also on these low tides the various different bays along this coast merge, so you can walk through Hardy's bay and even onto Southerndown without leaving the beach.
Newton Beach
On low tide you can get to this beach by crossing the river from Ogmore Beach. (Please be careful as there are strong currents here) Once on Newton Beach you can walk to Porthcawl fairly easily. Don't forget to check on the tide tables to make sure you can get back. Tide Table can be found here.
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Southerndown
Southerndown is the next village along the coast from Ogmore by Sea. Southerndown is a very small village with a large cliffed beach. There is one pub "The Three Golden Cups" and a Restaurant "La Plie". There is a shop in the beach car park that is open in summers season.
Southerndown Beach
Southerndown Beach is the second largest sandy beach on the coast of South Wales outside of Barry. It also has the second largest tidal range in the world. (In fact in 2008 it had the largest tide in the Wolrd). A good surfing beach it is soon to have its own Surf School run by Daryl (07837 774591). Southerndown is also good for bathing, sunbathing and fishing.