Brodawel Camping Park

When the tide is out, there’s miles and miles’ worth of coast to rove, with caves and rockpools to rummage in as well for pebbles and shells. If the sea’s in, get your fix of sand at the Merthyr Mawr dunes (20-minute drive) – the largest one, the 200-foot Big Dipper, is the second-biggest of its sort in Europe. After rolling down said dune, seek other thrills on the rides at Coney Island, an old-school fairground sitting right next to Porthcawl town. Not so fond of amusements but are gagging for a go on the green? Treat yourself to a turn at the Royal Porthcawl Golf Club – it’s one of Wales’ most well-known courses and is less than a 10-minute drive from Brodawel.