Porthcawl Scavenger Hunt: Porthcawl‘s Playful Pursuit
Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Porthcawl, the Surf Capital of Wales! Explore Coney Beach Funfair, Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, and more. Solve riddles, complete missions, and enjoy challenges on this interactive walking tour. Perfect for sightseeing with flexibility and teamwork.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Porthcawl. This top rated Porthcawl Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.49 miles and has 8 stops.
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Activity Info: Porthcawl‘s Playful Pursuit
Porthcawl is a charming Welsh seaside town known for it's stunning Glamorgan Coastline and vibrant attractions like Trecco Bay Holiday Park. On your hunt, discover hidden gems such as the Sea-Horse and Golfer Weathervane while solving puzzles. This adventure is perfect for both locals and visitors seeking fun exploration of iconic landmarks like the Pavilion Clock.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
First Outlet to the Sea for the early Coal & Iron Industries
Discover the roots of Porthcawl's industry at it's first coal port. Uncover traces of the old tramway and enjoy a fun scavenger hunt adventure filled with seaside riddles and teamwork challenges.
Sea-Horse
This enchanting sculpture transports you to distant shores, hinting at Porthcawl's steam-fueled past. Spot it at sunrise for luck during your scavenger hunt missions, a true hidden gem.
Street Beacon
These sculptures change character in shifting light, offering lots of fun for scavenger hunters seeking unique city tours along the Welsh Coastal Haven. Can your team uncover all iconic details?
Golfer Weathervane
Spot the weathervane golfer always facing the best surf—a secret surf forecast! Enjoy this seaside gem while racking up points on your scavenger hunt adventure, embracing outdoor activity.
Mermaid, Mother Sea
Guess her weight for good fortune! Capture her beauty as you solve riddles and missions—another reason Porthcawl is Glamorgan’s Jewel, perfect for sightseeing and teamwork.
Pavillion Clock
Insider note: this clock once ran fast during seaside storms! Pause to admire it's architecture, snap a team selfie, and embrace local trivia on your guided tour of iconic attractions.
The Esplanade Sundial
Each chair represents a chapter of Porthcawl’s history. Can your team unravel their message? This landmark adds art and architecture twists to your scavenger hunt adventure—a fun way to test teamwork.
RNLI Weathervane
Locals say this weathervane predicts rescues' timing. Feel community spirit as you complete challenges here—a hidden gem making Porthcawl a true Seaside Gem and sightseeing delight.
How the Porthcawl Scavenger Hunt works
Simply grab your phone, download the Let's Roam app, and get ready to explore Porthcawl Downtown! Solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and discover city highlights like Mother Sea. Earn points as you compete on our leaderboard while uncovering hidden treasures in this fun-filled journey.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: Jennings Building, Porthcawl CF36 3YR, UK
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 2.4 KM (1.49 Mi)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Porthcawl Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love a little competition? On the Porthcawl Scavenger Hunt, each player will tackle interactive challenges. Work together to solve riddles at The Esplanade Sundial or answer trivia near RNLI Weathervane for a chance to top the leaderboard—and earn ultimate bragging rights!
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Reviews for Porthcawl Scavenger Hunt: Porthcawl‘s Playful Pursuit
This walking tour through Porthcawl's history was thrilling. From the Street Beacon to Golfer Weathervane, every clue brought joy.
Leo Morgan
As tourists, we found this adventure around Porthcawl's Downtown eye-opening. The Esplanade Sundial was especially memorable.
Amelia Price
The Downtown treasure hunt in Porthcawl was a hit with my family. We loved finding spots like Mother Sea while learning local stories.
Nathan Davies
A perfect date idea in lovely Porthcawl. We discovered hidden treasures like the Pavilion Clock and had a blast with the challenges.
Lila Griffiths
Exploring the heart of Porthcawl on this scavenger hunt was fantastic. Solving riddles at gems like the Mermaid and Sea-Horse was a highlight.
Oliver Bennett
The ScavengerHunt.com app made discovering Porthcawl a joy. The Sea-Horse and Street Beacon were highlights on this fantastic treasure hunt adventure.
Ava Martin
Exploring P-town's historic downtown was amazing. Loved uncovering hidden gems like Mother Sea and learning quirky history along the way.
Noah Taylor
Walking around downtown Porthcawl was exciting. From solving puzzles at the Pavilion Clock to seeing the RNLI Weathervane, it was a great outdoor activity.
Olivia Wilson
Such a fun date idea The Porthcawl hunt led us to charming spots like the Esplanade Sundial. A delightful way to spend an afternoon exploring P-town.
Liam Brown
Porthcawl Scavenger Hunt was a blast with my family. We loved finding the Golfer Weathervane and exploring the Mermaid statue in downtown.
Emma Jones
The scavenger hunt was a delightful walking tour of local art and history. Highlights included Street Beacon and Mother Sea sculptures—a great thing to do!
Lily Hughes
What an outdoor treat around Porthcawl! Discovering the First Outlet for Coal & Iron was fascinating, and we bonded as a team throughout the day.
James Everett
A fantastic family outing in Porthcawl's city center. My kids loved finding clues at the Pavillion Clock and Sea-Horse while learning history.
Emma Dawson
Perfect date idea in Downtown Porthcawl. The Esplanade Sundial and Golfer Weathervane made for romantic, fun stops. Loved every moment of it.
Tom Harper
Exploring Porthcawl through the scavenger hunt was amazing. From RNLI Weathervane to Mermaid, every stop had a story! A must-do adventure.
Alice Bennett
The Porthscout adventure is an absolute must-do when visiting. It turned our day into an engaging walking tour filled with puzzles and local lore!
Ava Martinez
Exploring Porthcawl's downtown on this scavenger hunt was thrilling. The Esplanade Sundial and First Outlet to the Sea revealed hidden gems of history!
Ethan Johnson
What a great outdoor activity in Porthcawl! From RNLI Weathervane to Street Beacon, every stop offered unique insights into this charming coastal town.
Lily Thompson
Our Porthcawl adventure was such a fun date idea! The Golfer Weathervane and Mermaid made for an exciting, romantic day exploring Downtown with my partner.
James Anderson
I had a blast on the Porthcawl scavenger hunt! Solving riddles by the Pavillion Clock and exploring Mother Sea was a fantastic family activity in Downtown.
Emily Parker
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