Cowbridge
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The Vale's market town, with a serious high street.
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Cowbridge is the genteel market town at the centre of the Vale of Glamorgan, a broad Georgian-and-medieval high street of independent shops, delis and restaurants that has become one of the most sought-after addresses in south Wales. It sits amid gentle farmland, minutes from the heritage coast.
Staying near Cowbridge
A comfortable, foodie base for exploring the Vale, close to both Cardiff and the coast, with the best evening options in the area.
What's here
The independent shops and restaurants of the high street; the physic garden and the surviving town wall; and easy drives to the heritage coast at Llantwit Major, Nash Point and Southerndown.
When to visit
Year-round — as an inland market town it is far less seasonal than the coast, and a reliable base when the seaside fills up.
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Common questions
Why is Cowbridge popular?
Cowbridge is known for its attractive Georgian and medieval high street lined with independent shops, delis and restaurants, set in gentle countryside between Cardiff and the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. That mix of good food, character and location has made it one of the most desirable towns in south Wales.
Is Cowbridge a good base for the Glamorgan coast?
Yes. Cowbridge sits inland at the centre of the Vale of Glamorgan, roughly fifteen minutes from the heritage coast beaches at Llantwit Major, Nash Point and Southerndown, while offering the area's best choice of restaurants and shops for the evenings.