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Margam Abbey

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Founded in 1147 under the patronage of Robert of Gloucester, Margam at one time possessed over 18,000 acres. Some of the abbey buildings, including the church, have now been incorporated into a large country park.
Garden: Georgian orangery, castle remains, abbey ruins. 19th century gardens and restored Japanese garden.
Margam, Port Talbot, Glamorgan, Wales

About Margam Abbey
Attraction Type: Abbey
Location: off A48
Website: Margam Abbey
Email: margamabbey@btinternet.com
Phone: 01639 871 184
Location map
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Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express
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Nearest Towns and Villages Oare - 24 miles away Lynmouth - 24.1 miles away Lynton - 24.2 miles away Allerford - 24.8 miles away Selworthy - 25.7 miles away Ilfracombe - 29.8 miles away Woolacombe - 33.5 miles away Barnstaple - 35.8 miles away

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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Ridge Cottage - 10.7 miles from Margam Abbey Llanmiloe, Dyfed Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £230

Hayloft - 12.5 miles from Margam Abbey Mayals, Glamorgan Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £450

Chapel Barn - 12.5 miles from Margam Abbey Mayals, Glamorgan Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £425

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Nearest Hotels

Blancos Hotel - 3.4 miles from Margam Abbey Port Talbot, Glamorgan Stay from: £45.00

Aberavon Beach Hotel - 4.3 miles from Margam Abbey Swansea Bay, Glamorgan Stay from: £35.70

The Brentwood Hotel - 5.8 miles from Margam Abbey Bridgend, Glamorgan Stay from: £25.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Hazelwood House - 6.6 miles from Margam Abbey Bridgend, Glamorgan From: £45.00

Cwmbach Guest House - 8.8 miles from Margam Abbey Aberdulais, Glamorgan From: £42.00

Leonardo's Guest House - 10.5 miles from Margam Abbey Swansea, Glamorgan From: £24.00

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Porthcawl
Tourist Information Centre
Old Police Station
John Street
Porthcawl
Brigend
Glamorgan
Wales
CF36 3DT
Tel: 01656 786 639
Fax: 01656 782 387
Email: porthcawltic@bridgend.gov.uk
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