Bridgend

Entrance to Royal Mint Visitor Center

The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to the Royal Mint. History in the Making. Coins

What are Coins? Coins are usually flat pieces of metal which have been officially stamped to be used as currency in exchange for goods and services. A Brief History of Coins. The notion of person-to-person trading begins very early on in the human story where it is easy to see how early tools may have […]

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Remains of stone building at Newcastle, Bridgend

Heritage Hiker’s Guide to… Castle Sites to Visit for Free in Bridgend County

Overview This short guide outlines the castle sites to visit for free in Bridgend County. It can be hard to find places to go and things to do but castle hunting is definitely a favorite. Even better if you can find something new near home or a place to put on the list for a

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