South Wales Police Headquarters and South Wales Police Heritage Centre, Bridgend

Details

Accessibility

There is lift access to the basement where the Heritage Centre is located.

Brief description

Has South Wales Police Heritage Centre,  https://www.south-wales.police.uk/en/about-us/heritage-centre/

https://www.south-wales.police.uk/360/heritage-centre/

"Welcome to the website and the South Wales Police Heritage Centre which brings the history of policing in South Wales back to life. From the Celtic age to present day, we tell the fascinating stories of South Wales’ officers through the decades. Explore the kit of a Victorian constable; discover the tough duties of Glamorgan officers in World War I, and uncover some of the weapons used against police. Our galleries contain a range of artefacts, including police equipment and uniform from years gone by, such as handcuffs, radios and the decorated dress uniforms of 19th century Chief Constables. There is also a Charge Room to book people into custody at our museum, as well as a cell for any law-breaking guests! "

"The Heritage Centre is located on the secure site of the Police Headquarters; therefore visits are by prior arrangement only. Visitors will be asked to bring photographic ID to gain access to the site.

There is lift access to the basement where the Heritage Centre is located. 

The site was originally built in the late 1930s for WWII and was the biggest munitions factory in the UK at its peak of production."

Address

South Wales Police Headquarters, Cowbridge Road, Bridgend, CF31 3SU

Email

policeheritage@south-wales.pnn.police.uk to book a visit

Phone

Website

https://www.south-wales.police.uk/en/home/

https://www.south-wales.police.uk/en/about-us/heritage-centre/

Directions

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Email policeheritage@south-wales.pnn.police.uk to book a visit. "Appointments are available on most Wednesdays. However, should you have a specific or group request, please still feel free to get in touch and if possible we will do our very best to accommodate you."

Transport

"There is a bus stop outside, but buses aren't frequent, so please check the local timetable from

Bridgend Bus Station to Cowbridge Road. The train station is approximately a 30 minute walk away.

Parking is very limited on the secure site but there is ample parking in the shopping precinct opposite, but please be careful of any time restrictions."

Amenities