Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Porthcawl

"Devoted mainly to natural history and art, this grand neoclassical building is the centrepiece of the seven institutions dotted around the country that together form the Welsh National Museum. It's one of Britain's best museums; you'll need at least three hours to do it justice, but it could easily consume the best part of a rainy day. On-site parking, behind the museum, is £6.50."

"Located in Swansea’s former Guildhall, the Dylan Thomas Centre houses an extensive collection of memorabilia relating to the city’s most famous resident. Alongside photographs and sound recordings, the centre is also home to the permanent ‘Love the Words’ Exhibition, opened on Dylan Thomas’ 100th birthday and which explores his life and work through a selection of fascinating interactive displays. The centre is open Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 4.30pm and entry is free."

"Many seaside towns in the UK have thriving art scenes, and Ilfracombe is no exception. The Ilfracombe Art and Craft Society germinated in the 1960s, and since then has evolved into one of the most popular exhibitions in Devon, perched on the promenade looking out at Capstone Hill. You can buy prints and sculptures by local artists, as well as more extravagant items such as handmade violins and pottery."

"The award-winning artisan bakery started in Bristol and has opened several Parsons Bakeries in south Wales. It is family-owned and has traded through two world wars and several world recessions. They bake bread, cakes and pastries."

"Like Saunton Sands, there is a long expanse of sand and sea, with lifeguards, shops and facilities. The beach is backed by the village of Woolacombe, which has additional shops and restaurants."

"Rockham Bay is a little known beach on the coastal track from Morte Point to Bull Point. Rockham Bay is one of the secret beaches in North Devon, generally only known by locals or campers who stay in the magnificently positioned North Morte Farm campsite slap bang on the coastal fields, only 50m from the beach. Owned by the National Trust, Rockham is a secluded rocky sandy beach, fabulous for rock pooling but sandy enough for kids."

"Visit our gallery in Ilfracombe to see our exciting new artworks or buy direct online via our website. Fleek Gallery is a new contemporary fine art gallery...Read More"

"Also known as the Turner House Gallery, this red-brick building near the train station hosts edgy photographic, video and multimedia exhibitions. It's at its busiest during the month-long Diffusion international..."