Museums · South Wales
Cowbridge & District Museum
In or near Llancarfan.
Cowbridge & District Museum — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Llantwit Major · 6.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Cowbridge & District Museum is a museum located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Cowbridge & District Museum showcases the history and heritage of Cowbridge and the surrounding rural Vale. Visitors can explore various exhibits that highlight local culture and significant historical events.
Place summary
Cowbridge & District Museum is a local museum located in South Wales. It showcases the history and heritage of the Cowbridge area, providing insights into the local culture and community.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.4620, -3.4469
- District
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Parish
- Cowbridge with Llanblethian
- Postcode
- CF71 7DD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Nearest railway station
- Llantwit Major — 6.3 km
- Official site
- www.visitthevale.com
Sources
- osm: node/12549892057 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cowbridge & District Museum?
- Cowbridge & District Museum is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF71 7DD), in the parish of Cowbridge with Llanblethian.
- What is Cowbridge & District Museum?
- Cowbridge & District Museum — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cowbridge & District Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Llantwit Major, about 6.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF71 7DD.
- How do I get to Cowbridge & District Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Llantwit Major, about 6.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF71 7DD.