Kenfig
National Nature Reserve
When you visit Kenfig, you may not realise
that you are exploring one of the most important sites
in Britain for nature conservation. Close to the popular
holiday resort of Porthcawl, the area is one of the
last remnants of a huge sand dune system that once
stretched along the coast of South Wales from the
River Ogmore to the Gower peninsula.
To get the most out of your visit to the Reserve,
call in at the information Centre, which has a ‘hands
on’ exhibition for children of all ages, and
visit the shop for leaflets, books and conservation
gifs. Stroll along the board walk and stop at one
of the bird hides overlooking the 70 acre freshwater
pool, a favourite refuge for wildfowl at all times
of the year. Wardens are often on site to answer any
queries you may have.
Interpretation and education feature highly at Kenfig.
Walks, talks and slide shows can be arranged, along
with guided walks for organised groups. An advisory
service is also available for schools. For
more information, please contact the Access Officer.
Please note that although there is wheelchair access
to the Information Centre, access to the dunes is
difficult. We want you enjoy your visit to Kenfig,
but please remember to follow the Country Code.
Kenfig National Nature Reserve can be reached from
junction 37 of the M4 and is signposted from North
Cornelly, Pyle and Porthcawl. There are also local
buses which stop outside the Reserve.
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