Rocky Patch, Tusker Rock, seascape in Bridgend

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Explorer Tom Harbour ramp and slipway - Porthcawl looks like it’s waiting for a boat that never came. Maybe it’s just napping in the…

Explorer Tom Watch tower adjacent to harbour wall - Porthcawl in Bridgend is keeping an eye on the boats. Or maybe just the seagulls…

Explorer Tom Coastguard Station, Porthcawl in Bridgend is where they watched for ships that never came back. It's been standing…

Explorer Tom Harbour Office, Porthcawl is where the paperwork goes to die. Someone’s definitely ignoring their emails right now. Get…

Explorer Tom Tower, Rhych Point, Porthcawl in Bridgend is a post-medieval tower with a view. It’s been watching the sea for…

Explorer Tom Trecco Bay puts a broad sandy beach beside Porthcawl's holiday park, though the shore itself is far bigger than any…

Explorer Tom Pant Blaenhirwr, Stone Spread in Bridgend scattered its stones in the Modern era. Collect one tiny pebble if you can…

Explorer Tom Porthcawl Museum lives in the town's Old Police Station on John Street, where seaside, railway and local family stories…