Porthcawl
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Porthcawl is a town of around 16,000 on the south Wales coast in the county borough of Bridgend, traditional county of Glamorgan. Originally built as a port to transport coal from the valley mines, it became a popular holiday resort. It has an extensive promenade, several beaches; a more tourist one at Trecco Bay, one blue flag at Rest Bay and one tarmac infront of the prom. There are many hotels and B&Bs including the impressive Seabank Hotel and a funfair.
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Porthcawl promenade 2004
The Grand Pavilion was built during the 1930s and has a seating capacity of 635. It is the venue for popular shows, including the annual pantomime, one of the most popular in Wales.cy:Porthcawl