Things to Do in Tonyrefail

Beaches & Coastline

Ogmore Beach

Bring the whole family including your four-legged friends to enjoy sandy shores at this welcoming seaside spot. Wheelchair accessible with space for picnics by the sea.

Caves & Mines

Rhondda Heritage Park

Step into a real Welsh colliery and discover the fascinating story of coal mining communities through authentic pit tours and engaging exhibitions at this former working mine in Pontypridd.

Museums & Galleries

The Royal Mint Experience

Discover how Britain's currency comes to life at this fascinating Cardiff venue where families can witness coin production first-hand while learning valuable lessons about money.

Parks & Play Areas

Barry Sidings Countryside Park

This wheelchair-friendly countryside park in Trehafod offers families scenic walking trails and open spaces for football, with onsite parking, toilets and snacks available.

Parks & Play Areas

Ynysangharad War Memorial Park

This historic memorial park on Bridge Street offers green spaces for families to explore and children to play, though visitors should note the limited facilities and accessibility options before planning their visit.

Indoor Soft Play

Tiny Tumblers Softplay

This Church Village soft play venue welcomes little ones with accessible facilities, onsite parking, a restaurant serving snacks and meals, plus baby changing areas for parents' convenience.

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

The Race Cave

Experience high-speed thrills at this exciting indoor karting venue where families can race against each other on a challenging track, with special assistance provided for visitors requiring extra support.

Parks & Play Areas

Bryngarw Country Park

This expansive Bridgend country park delights families with woodland trails, play areas, ornamental gardens and water features, plus full facilities including accessible amenities and an onsite restaurant.

Bowling Alleys

Tenpin Cardiff

Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue in Parc Nantgarw, complete with multiple lanes, an onsite restaurant, and full wheelchair access with convenient parking throughout your visit.

Bowling Alleys

Tenpin Cardiff

Strike up some family fun at this modern bowling venue featuring classic lane action plus exciting glow-in-the-dark sessions with UV lighting and disco vibes.

Cinema & Theatre

Showcase Cardiff Nantgarw

Experience blockbuster movies in cutting-edge 3D with premium sound at this modern cinema complex on Trefforest Industrial Estate, featuring wheelchair access, onsite parking and snack bars.

Museums & Galleries

Nantgarw China Works & Museum

Nantgarw China Works & Museum, listed under Museums & Galleries, near Nantgarw.

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Bridgend

This nine-screen cinema on Pen Y Cae Lane offers the latest blockbusters in a modern setting with snacks available and accessible facilities for wheelchair users throughout the venue.

Escape Room Challenges

Puzzled Escape Rooms

Test your problem-solving skills as a family in these immersive themed rooms where you'll work together against the clock to crack codes and solve puzzles. Wheelchair accessible throughout.

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Jump Jam Trampoline Park

Bounce into action at this family-friendly trampoline park with onsite parking, wheelchair access, baby facilities and a restaurant serving snacks and meals for hungry jumpers.

Parks & Play Areas

The Shack Ice-cream Shop

Stop by this Aberkenfig ice-cream parlour for a sweet treat during your family day out, with convenient parking available close to the shop.

Farm Parks

Warren Mill Farm

Get up close with alpacas, miniature ponies, pigs and sheep at this accessible Pendoylan farm, where little ones can enjoy hands-on animal encounters and refreshments are available on-site.

Indoor Soft Play

Dragons Den Aberdare

Kids can explore an exciting two-storey climbing maze packed with slides, tunnels and ball pools, plus a dedicated zone for younger adventurers and an onsite restaurant.

Castles & Palaces

Castell Coch

This enchanting Victorian Gothic castle near Cardiff transports visitors into a fantastical world of ornate towers and lavish interiors, complete with dining facilities and accessible parking.

Indoor Soft Play

Funtastic Caerphilly

Let young adventurers burn energy across vibrant climbing frames and slides designed for every age group at this lively Caerphilly play centre, complete with café facilities and baby-changing rooms.

Railways & Transport

Bridgend Miniature Railway

Take the family for a memorable ride aboard authentic miniature locomotives at this Aberkenfig attraction, where steam, diesel and electric engines transport visitors around the track.

Parks & Play Areas

Parc Slip Nature Reserve

Explore diverse wildlife habitats at this accessible nature reserve near Bridgend, featuring woodland trails and wetland areas perfect for family walks and birdwatching adventures.

Sightseeing & Attractions

Llancaiach Fawr Manor

Step back to the 17th century at this beautifully preserved manor house in Nelson, where period rooms and hands-on exhibits bring 1645 to life for all the family to enjoy.

Farm Parks

Vale Pick Your Own

Harvest your own fresh fruit and vegetables at this working farm attraction where little ones can enjoy hands-on picking experiences, plus on-site dining facilities and baby changing rooms.

Castles & Palaces

Caerphilly Castle

Explore one of Britain's grandest medieval fortresses, complete with dramatic water defences and family-friendly facilities including an on-site restaurant and wheelchair access.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Bonanza Amusements

Farm Parks

Wiggleys Fun Farm

This Bridgend children's farm delights little ones with spacious play zones inside and out, plus a special barnyard area for babies, ensuring family fun whatever the weather.

Parks & Play Areas

Dare Valley Country Park

This wheelchair-accessible country park near Aberdare offers families scenic outdoor space with convenient facilities including an onsite restaurant, baby changing rooms and ample parking.

National Parks & Reserves

Glamorgan Canal Nature Reserve

This historic canal-side nature reserve in Whitchurch offers peaceful woodland walks and wildlife spotting opportunities, complete with onsite parking and restaurant facilities for a relaxing family day out.

Museums & Galleries

St Fagans National Museum of History

Step back in time at this captivating open-air museum near Cardiff, where historic buildings, traditional crafts and farm animals bring Welsh heritage to life across stunning castle grounds.

Indoor Soft Play

Rascals Club House

Let energetic youngsters burn off steam at this indoor play venue featuring an onsite restaurant, parking and baby changing rooms for family convenience.