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This year’s Santa Appeal has been the best yet! 🎁
We’ve raised an incredible £11,869.13 including Gift Aid, smashing our £10,000 target!
Well done to all involved!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/santa-a...
We’ve raised an incredible £11,869.13 including Gift Aid, smashing our £10,000 target!
Well done to all involved!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/santa-a...
December 23, 2025 at 12:09 PM
This year’s Santa Appeal has been the best yet! 🎁
We’ve raised an incredible £11,869.13 including Gift Aid, smashing our £10,000 target!
Well done to all involved!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/santa-a...
We’ve raised an incredible £11,869.13 including Gift Aid, smashing our £10,000 target!
Well done to all involved!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/santa-a...
Do you know someone who has helped make a difference to people’s lives over the past 18 months?
The Mayor of Bridgend County Borough is asking residents to put forward their nominations for the Mayor’s Citizenship Awards.
🗓️ Deadline: Friday 16 January 2026
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/council/coun...
The Mayor of Bridgend County Borough is asking residents to put forward their nominations for the Mayor’s Citizenship Awards.
🗓️ Deadline: Friday 16 January 2026
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/council/coun...
December 23, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Do you know someone who has helped make a difference to people’s lives over the past 18 months?
The Mayor of Bridgend County Borough is asking residents to put forward their nominations for the Mayor’s Citizenship Awards.
🗓️ Deadline: Friday 16 January 2026
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/council/coun...
The Mayor of Bridgend County Borough is asking residents to put forward their nominations for the Mayor’s Citizenship Awards.
🗓️ Deadline: Friday 16 January 2026
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/council/coun...
The Steel Shop Ltd has been able to invest in the future of their business, thanks to funding from the Business Development Grant 👇
www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
December 22, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The Steel Shop Ltd has been able to invest in the future of their business, thanks to funding from the Business Development Grant 👇
www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
Don’t let bacteria crash your Christmas.
Defrost safely, cook thoroughly and store leftovers quickly to keep everyone – especially the most vulnerable – safe this festive season.
Break up with bacteria at www.food.gov.uk/breakup-with...
Defrost safely, cook thoroughly and store leftovers quickly to keep everyone – especially the most vulnerable – safe this festive season.
Break up with bacteria at www.food.gov.uk/breakup-with...
December 22, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Don’t let bacteria crash your Christmas.
Defrost safely, cook thoroughly and store leftovers quickly to keep everyone – especially the most vulnerable – safe this festive season.
Break up with bacteria at www.food.gov.uk/breakup-with...
Defrost safely, cook thoroughly and store leftovers quickly to keep everyone – especially the most vulnerable – safe this festive season.
Break up with bacteria at www.food.gov.uk/breakup-with...
Christmas recycling and waste update ♻️ 🎄👇
❌There will be no collections on Thursday 25 December and Friday 26 December.
✅Collections will take place 2 days later, from Saturday 27 December until Sunday 28 December
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
❌There will be no collections on Thursday 25 December and Friday 26 December.
✅Collections will take place 2 days later, from Saturday 27 December until Sunday 28 December
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
December 19, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Christmas recycling and waste update ♻️ 🎄👇
❌There will be no collections on Thursday 25 December and Friday 26 December.
✅Collections will take place 2 days later, from Saturday 27 December until Sunday 28 December
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
❌There will be no collections on Thursday 25 December and Friday 26 December.
✅Collections will take place 2 days later, from Saturday 27 December until Sunday 28 December
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
A business based in #Pyle has revealed major growth, thanks to transformative funding from Bridgend Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
December 18, 2025 at 3:46 PM
A business based in #Pyle has revealed major growth, thanks to transformative funding from Bridgend Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/pyle-ba...
Last minute #Christmas shopping spree?
Access exclusive offers from local traders and download the We Love Bridgend / Porthcawl /Maesteg apps on the Apple App Store or Google Play by searching BRIDGEND / PORTHCAWL / MAESTEG
Access exclusive offers from local traders and download the We Love Bridgend / Porthcawl /Maesteg apps on the Apple App Store or Google Play by searching BRIDGEND / PORTHCAWL / MAESTEG
December 18, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Last minute #Christmas shopping spree?
Access exclusive offers from local traders and download the We Love Bridgend / Porthcawl /Maesteg apps on the Apple App Store or Google Play by searching BRIDGEND / PORTHCAWL / MAESTEG
Access exclusive offers from local traders and download the We Love Bridgend / Porthcawl /Maesteg apps on the Apple App Store or Google Play by searching BRIDGEND / PORTHCAWL / MAESTEG
Through support under the Business Development Grant, Infinite Renewables have been able to develop their business further, bringing more renewable energy to #Bridgend and beyond 🌿
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
December 15, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Through support under the Business Development Grant, Infinite Renewables have been able to develop their business further, bringing more renewable energy to #Bridgend and beyond 🌿
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
🎅Last chance to make a difference this Christmas!
🎯We are close to beating our target of £10,000 - with your donation we have a chance of helping more children feel the magic, than ever this year!
Donate to the Santa appeal: www.justgiving.com/campaign/san...
🎯We are close to beating our target of £10,000 - with your donation we have a chance of helping more children feel the magic, than ever this year!
Donate to the Santa appeal: www.justgiving.com/campaign/san...
December 12, 2025 at 2:57 PM
🎅Last chance to make a difference this Christmas!
🎯We are close to beating our target of £10,000 - with your donation we have a chance of helping more children feel the magic, than ever this year!
Donate to the Santa appeal: www.justgiving.com/campaign/san...
🎯We are close to beating our target of £10,000 - with your donation we have a chance of helping more children feel the magic, than ever this year!
Donate to the Santa appeal: www.justgiving.com/campaign/san...
#Bridgend based renewable energy developer Infinite Renewables has successfully levered funding to help accelerate its green technology development!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
December 12, 2025 at 9:47 AM
#Bridgend based renewable energy developer Infinite Renewables has successfully levered funding to help accelerate its green technology development!
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/news/funding...
On Friday 5 December, 234 Year 10 Seren leaners across #Bridgend County Borough attended their first Seren Welcome meeting!
Councillor Huw David, Mayor of Bridgend County Borough was also in attendance and gave a closing speech, along with a question session from Year 10 learners.
Councillor Huw David, Mayor of Bridgend County Borough was also in attendance and gave a closing speech, along with a question session from Year 10 learners.
December 10, 2025 at 4:51 PM
On Friday 5 December, 234 Year 10 Seren leaners across #Bridgend County Borough attended their first Seren Welcome meeting!
Councillor Huw David, Mayor of Bridgend County Borough was also in attendance and gave a closing speech, along with a question session from Year 10 learners.
Councillor Huw David, Mayor of Bridgend County Borough was also in attendance and gave a closing speech, along with a question session from Year 10 learners.
Having a Christmas clear-out, or looking to pick up some festive bargains?
Donate or shop pre-loved furniture and electricals at reuse shops at #Pyle and #Maesteg community recycling centres.
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
Donate or shop pre-loved furniture and electricals at reuse shops at #Pyle and #Maesteg community recycling centres.
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
December 10, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Having a Christmas clear-out, or looking to pick up some festive bargains?
Donate or shop pre-loved furniture and electricals at reuse shops at #Pyle and #Maesteg community recycling centres.
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
Donate or shop pre-loved furniture and electricals at reuse shops at #Pyle and #Maesteg community recycling centres.
www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re...
Celebrate the festive season in style at one of the many ‘destination restaurants’ in Bridgend town centre.
You can now book a table online at
bridgenddigital.christmas
You can now book a table online at
bridgenddigital.christmas
December 9, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Celebrate the festive season in style at one of the many ‘destination restaurants’ in Bridgend town centre.
You can now book a table online at
bridgenddigital.christmas
You can now book a table online at
bridgenddigital.christmas
Join us at ‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’ for some festive family fun as Maesteg Market Square is transformed into a Winter Wonderland featuring local stalls, live entertainment and more!
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
December 9, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Join us at ‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’ for some festive family fun as Maesteg Market Square is transformed into a Winter Wonderland featuring local stalls, live entertainment and more!
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
Need a break from the cold?
Visit one of our warm hubs for a cosy spot to stay warm this winter with BAVO ☕
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
Visit one of our warm hubs for a cosy spot to stay warm this winter with BAVO ☕
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
December 8, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Need a break from the cold?
Visit one of our warm hubs for a cosy spot to stay warm this winter with BAVO ☕
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
Visit one of our warm hubs for a cosy spot to stay warm this winter with BAVO ☕
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
#Job: Social Work Support Officer
We currently have a vacancy for a Social Work Support Officer, working within Children’s Social Care services in Bridgend supporting the Edge of Care Service.
📅 Closing date: 10 December
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
We currently have a vacancy for a Social Work Support Officer, working within Children’s Social Care services in Bridgend supporting the Edge of Care Service.
📅 Closing date: 10 December
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
December 8, 2025 at 10:17 AM
#Job: Social Work Support Officer
We currently have a vacancy for a Social Work Support Officer, working within Children’s Social Care services in Bridgend supporting the Edge of Care Service.
📅 Closing date: 10 December
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
We currently have a vacancy for a Social Work Support Officer, working within Children’s Social Care services in Bridgend supporting the Edge of Care Service.
📅 Closing date: 10 December
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
We have an exciting #apprenticeship opportunity available in our Procurement team!
This is a new opportunity for you to follow an apprenticeship, which will give you the skills and experience to pursue a career in procurement.
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
This is a new opportunity for you to follow an apprenticeship, which will give you the skills and experience to pursue a career in procurement.
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
December 5, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We have an exciting #apprenticeship opportunity available in our Procurement team!
This is a new opportunity for you to follow an apprenticeship, which will give you the skills and experience to pursue a career in procurement.
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
This is a new opportunity for you to follow an apprenticeship, which will give you the skills and experience to pursue a career in procurement.
jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
📢 We are hiring –Social Workers 1,2 & 3
Join our Community Learning Disability Team who work to achieve positive outcomes for adults with a Learning Disability. Great benefits!👉https://jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=2182250PYC&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=669356JLFM
Join our Community Learning Disability Team who work to achieve positive outcomes for adults with a Learning Disability. Great benefits!👉https://jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=2182250PYC&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=669356JLFM
December 5, 2025 at 10:44 AM
📢 We are hiring –Social Workers 1,2 & 3
Join our Community Learning Disability Team who work to achieve positive outcomes for adults with a Learning Disability. Great benefits!👉https://jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=2182250PYC&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=669356JLFM
Join our Community Learning Disability Team who work to achieve positive outcomes for adults with a Learning Disability. Great benefits!👉https://jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=2182250PYC&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=669356JLFM
What can Bridgend Business Forum offer your business?
✔ Opportunities to network with other local businesses
✔ The latest news and developments
✔ Business growth with webinars and events
Register for free today! 👇
www.bridgendbusinessforum.co.uk
✔ Opportunities to network with other local businesses
✔ The latest news and developments
✔ Business growth with webinars and events
Register for free today! 👇
www.bridgendbusinessforum.co.uk
December 4, 2025 at 10:27 AM
What can Bridgend Business Forum offer your business?
✔ Opportunities to network with other local businesses
✔ The latest news and developments
✔ Business growth with webinars and events
Register for free today! 👇
www.bridgendbusinessforum.co.uk
✔ Opportunities to network with other local businesses
✔ The latest news and developments
✔ Business growth with webinars and events
Register for free today! 👇
www.bridgendbusinessforum.co.uk
#Shoplocal and support your high street this Christmas!
The Bridgend Digital Christmas offer is back and bigger than ever with exclusive offers and promotions from local traders in #Bridgend #Maesteg and #Porthcawal town centres! 🎄
bridgenddigital.christmas
The Bridgend Digital Christmas offer is back and bigger than ever with exclusive offers and promotions from local traders in #Bridgend #Maesteg and #Porthcawal town centres! 🎄
bridgenddigital.christmas
December 3, 2025 at 1:47 PM
#Shoplocal and support your high street this Christmas!
The Bridgend Digital Christmas offer is back and bigger than ever with exclusive offers and promotions from local traders in #Bridgend #Maesteg and #Porthcawal town centres! 🎄
bridgenddigital.christmas
The Bridgend Digital Christmas offer is back and bigger than ever with exclusive offers and promotions from local traders in #Bridgend #Maesteg and #Porthcawal town centres! 🎄
bridgenddigital.christmas
👏🏆Congratulations to The Bridgend Sustainable Food Partnership (BSFP) have been awarded a Bronze Sustainable Food Places Award for their leadership in promoting healthy, sustainable, and locally sourced food.
Photo credit: Matt Horwood
Photo credit: Matt Horwood
December 3, 2025 at 9:17 AM
👏🏆Congratulations to The Bridgend Sustainable Food Partnership (BSFP) have been awarded a Bronze Sustainable Food Places Award for their leadership in promoting healthy, sustainable, and locally sourced food.
Photo credit: Matt Horwood
Photo credit: Matt Horwood
📢 Job Vacancy: Social Work Support Officer
⏰ 33 hours per week (Fixed term up to March 2028)
💷 £24,307 - £25,099 per annum
🗓️ Closing date: 10 December
🔗 jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
⏰ 33 hours per week (Fixed term up to March 2028)
💷 £24,307 - £25,099 per annum
🗓️ Closing date: 10 December
🔗 jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
December 2, 2025 at 2:55 PM
📢 Job Vacancy: Social Work Support Officer
⏰ 33 hours per week (Fixed term up to March 2028)
💷 £24,307 - £25,099 per annum
🗓️ Closing date: 10 December
🔗 jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
⏰ 33 hours per week (Fixed term up to March 2028)
💷 £24,307 - £25,099 per annum
🗓️ Closing date: 10 December
🔗 jobs.bridgend.gov.uk/tlive_webrec...
🎁 Are you a local business specialising in handmade gifts and seasonal produce?
Come and join us at ‘‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’. 🎄
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
📍 Market Square, Maesteg
Expressions of interest will close at midday Friday 5 December
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Come and join us at ‘‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’. 🎄
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
📍 Market Square, Maesteg
Expressions of interest will close at midday Friday 5 December
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
December 2, 2025 at 10:35 AM
🎁 Are you a local business specialising in handmade gifts and seasonal produce?
Come and join us at ‘‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’. 🎄
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
📍 Market Square, Maesteg
Expressions of interest will close at midday Friday 5 December
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Come and join us at ‘‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’. 🎄
📅 Saturday 13 December, 11am -3pm
📍 Market Square, Maesteg
Expressions of interest will close at midday Friday 5 December
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Looking for a warm place to relax this winter?
Check out our warm hubs for a welcoming environment and good company across #Bridgend County Borough.
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
Check out our warm hubs for a welcoming environment and good company across #Bridgend County Borough.
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
December 1, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Looking for a warm place to relax this winter?
Check out our warm hubs for a welcoming environment and good company across #Bridgend County Borough.
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
Check out our warm hubs for a welcoming environment and good company across #Bridgend County Borough.
More info 🔗 www.bavo.org.uk/help-for-peo...
🌟 Porthcawl Town Council Christmas Lights Switch-on
📅 Saturday 6 December, 1pm - 5pm
📍John St, Porthcawl
Enjoy the festivities at Porthcawl Town Council’s Christmas light switch-on event.
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/le...
📅 Saturday 6 December, 1pm - 5pm
📍John St, Porthcawl
Enjoy the festivities at Porthcawl Town Council’s Christmas light switch-on event.
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/le...
December 1, 2025 at 11:43 AM
🌟 Porthcawl Town Council Christmas Lights Switch-on
📅 Saturday 6 December, 1pm - 5pm
📍John St, Porthcawl
Enjoy the festivities at Porthcawl Town Council’s Christmas light switch-on event.
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/le...
📅 Saturday 6 December, 1pm - 5pm
📍John St, Porthcawl
Enjoy the festivities at Porthcawl Town Council’s Christmas light switch-on event.
🔗 www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/le...