Coity Castle
Bridgend, Wales
Key facts
- Operator
- Cadw
- Condition
- Ruin
- Access
- Free, open access
- Nearest station
- Wildmill, 1.1 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Coity, Bridgend CF35 6BG
Telephone 0300 025 6000
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
A free Norman ruin held for generations by the Turberville family, with more upstanding masonry than many small Welsh castle ruins manage. A short stroll from the site also takes you to the 14th-century St Mary's Church next door.
Worth the trip
The height of the surviving walls and towers, unusually tall for a free, unstaffed ruin.
Before you go
Parking is very limited - space for around six cars - so arrive early if visiting at a busy time.
Recent reviews of Coity Castle are all positive, describing it as a pleasant, quick stop (around 30-40 minutes) that's free to enter and well suited to families with children. Several mention combining it with a walk to the nearby 14th-century St. Mary's Church. Parking is noted as limited, with space for roughly half a dozen cars.
Norman castle held by the Turberville family; free
“was nice to see such local history on our doorstep, free to enter good walk around for 30-40 minutes.”- Jordan Louise, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “About enough space for 6 cars (if everyone is parking respectfully haha)” - Cooper Gilliam
Common questions about Coity Castle
Where is Coity Castle?
Coity Castle is in Bridgend, Wales, at Coity, Bridgend CF35 6BG.
Is Coity Castle free to visit?
Yes - Coity Castle is a free, open-access site with no ticket booth, looked after by Cadw. There may still be a charge for nearby parking, and open-access arrangements can change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel.
What is the highlight of visiting Coity Castle?
The height of the surviving walls and towers, unusually tall for a free, unstaffed ruin.
Is Coity Castle a ruin or still intact?
Coity Castle is a ruin - Norman castle held by the Turberville family; free.
