When I was a young teenager, 50 years ago, Ewenny Priory had one open day a year. My friend and I would cycle there from Pantyrawel, also visiting Ewenny Pottery, Ogmore Castle and cross the stepping stones to the swinging bridge and Merthyr Mawr/Candleston Castle en route before cycling back home. We did a lot of cycling back in the day...!
I grew up in Bridgend. My girlfriend from Aug 10th 1989 lived in Ewenny just off New Inn Road. She later became my wife and then mother to my daughter in the late 90's, so the next bit is ok. We used to walk down there and chat, then use the enclosed lower section of the north tower for, lets call it heavy petting. Lucky for us it was not a pool and no lifeguard was there to raise an eyebrow! I don't want to waste your time commenting on all of your videos but I have spent some time watching them of late and they are delightful and well shot. Thank you.
I am a Brit living in The Netherlands . Had my first visit to South Wales 2 years ago and fell in love with the land and people , going back next year , I hope .
Hope you get the chance next year. There are so many interesting and beautiful places, many of which we rediscovered when were unable to travel abroad.
Fascinating video. People driving through Wales might want visit that place, if they knew about it. I knew what a monastery, convent, nunnery and abbey were, but never heard of priory. Now, I know what a priory, prior and prioress are. One suggestion: add "St. Michael's Priory Church in Ewenny, Wales" into the title.
Thank you Marcus, for showing us great places in South Wales (mostly East of Swansea), I was wondering. have you heard of Alan Wilson? he was from Cardiff, and he has investigated South Wales for historical reasons, and some of his findings are amazing. they are in your area.
Hi Marcus and Mel. My wife and myself really enjoyed watching your walkabouts. Is it possible to give an update on the work being carried out on the porthcawl pier. As you mentioned a while back in a previous walkabout. Are they nearly completed. Kind regards Kevin and Diane Vanstone. Cardiff.
Hi, thanks for watching. It still doesn't look like the Pier or the Eastern Prom will be open in the very near future. I would be surprised if they finish by Easter.
My ancestor, Sir Payn de Turberville, was allotted the castle and lordship of Coyty, and then was established in Wales the great house of Turbevill, seated at Coyty, Tythegstone, Penbline, Lantwitt Major, and Ewenny Abbey
Did you need permission to visit? We called in a few years ago but it was locked up and we felt like we were walking on private property so we left, great video 👊
More about this area Bridgend to Ogmore Castle ua-cam.com/video/eKtCUJoaY9g/v-deo.html
Evocative & charming narrative of Ewenni Priory that echoes its historic significance..
Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.
When I was a young teenager, 50 years ago, Ewenny Priory had one open day a year. My friend and I would cycle there from Pantyrawel, also visiting Ewenny Pottery, Ogmore Castle and cross the stepping stones to the swinging bridge and Merthyr Mawr/Candleston Castle en route before cycling back home. We did a lot of cycling back in the day...!
Such a fascinating place. The photos and clips convey a real sense of history.
It was amazing. I was there for about 2 hours and didn't see one other person.
Another beautiful Welsh location!
It really is.
I grew up in Bridgend. My girlfriend from Aug 10th 1989 lived in Ewenny just off New Inn Road. She later became my wife and then mother to my daughter in the late 90's, so the next bit is ok. We used to walk down there and chat, then use the enclosed lower section of the north tower for, lets call it heavy petting. Lucky for us it was not a pool and no lifeguard was there to raise an eyebrow! I don't want to waste your time commenting on all of your videos but I have spent some time watching them of late and they are delightful and well shot. Thank you.
"No petting allowed!" or "Bombing"
Thanks for watching I'm glad it brought back some happy memories. Cheers.
Great video I enjoyed it can't wait to see more soon have a great day 😀
Another very fine video Marcus. Very interesting. Thank you.
Thanks again!
I am a Brit living in The Netherlands . Had my first visit to South Wales 2 years ago and fell in love with the land and people , going back next year , I hope .
Hope you get the chance next year. There are so many interesting and beautiful places, many of which we rediscovered when were unable to travel abroad.
A great video, and thanks for sharing. This place is one of many on my bucket list.
I hadn't been for over 20 years. Really glad I went back.
Fascinating video. People driving through Wales might want visit that place, if they knew about it. I knew what a monastery, convent, nunnery and abbey were, but never heard of priory. Now, I know what a priory, prior and prioress are. One suggestion: add "St. Michael's Priory Church in Ewenny, Wales" into the title.
Glad you found it interesting.
A very nice video. It is amazing how they could set the stones and the structure stand as straight and as long as they have.
It is a very underrated place and a lot of work has gone into preserving it. I was there on my own for quite a long time.
Great video once again 👍🏻😊
Thank you! Cheers!
really good work!
Cheers!
Thank you Marcus, for showing us great places in South Wales (mostly East of Swansea), I was wondering. have you heard of Alan Wilson? he was from Cardiff, and he has investigated South Wales for historical reasons, and some of his findings are amazing. they are in your area.
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Hi Marcus and Mel. My wife and myself really enjoyed watching your walkabouts. Is it possible to give an update on the work being carried out on the porthcawl pier. As you mentioned a while back in a previous walkabout. Are they nearly completed. Kind regards Kevin and Diane Vanstone.
Cardiff.
Hi, thanks for watching. It still doesn't look like the Pier or the Eastern Prom will be open in the very near future. I would be surprised if they finish by Easter.
@@flydriveexplore cheers for the update.
My ancestor, Sir Payn de Turberville, was allotted the castle and lordship of Coyty, and then was established in Wales the great house of Turbevill, seated at Coyty, Tythegstone, Penbline, Lantwitt Major, and Ewenny Abbey
Thanks!
Thanks very much. I hope it was helpful for you. 👍
Thanks
Thank you, appreciated.
A trecco bay firework in the sale my friend.
Did you need permission to visit? We called in a few years ago but it was locked up and we felt like we were walking on private property so we left, great video 👊
The house is private but the church is open to the public an the old priory church part is managed by CADW
@@flydriveexplore plus check out on the house website as they do two open days a year :-)
Hi can u rember a swimming pool in sand bay with water slides cant find any thing about it
I think it was there in the late 80s on the edge of Sandy Bay.
Thanks
Thanks very much for watching, I hope you found it useful and get to visit the place. Much appreciated.👍