Pencoed Trailblazers

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Stuart Bain is the event coordinator and lead organiser of the Pencoed Trailblazers. He is a local correspondent and trustee of the Open Spaces Society as well as a member of the Ramblers Cymru Steering Group. Stuart is acting on a commitment to improve open spaces in his locality and inspiring others by bringing the community together to make a difference.

An afternoon stroll along the Glamorgan Ridgeway. Highly recommended with panoramic views across south wales. 🥾🥾
04/06/2026

An afternoon stroll along the Glamorgan Ridgeway. Highly recommended with panoramic views across south wales. 🥾🥾

Fresh Air, Good Company, Real ImpactA brilliant morning at Parc Slip for the Trailblazers — 11 of us out enjoying the su...
17/05/2026

Fresh Air, Good Company, Real Impact

A brilliant morning at Parc Slip for the Trailblazers — 11 of us out enjoying the sunshine and clearing around 250 m² of Himalayan balsam. Everyone worked at their own pace, and there was a real sense of achievement by the end.

Duncan, the Wildlife Trust’s Reserves Manager, shared some cracking facts along the way — including that a single balsam plant can produce up to 800 seeds, and the pods can fire them about 7 metres. No wonder it spreads.

Good company, good wellbeing, and another small but meaningful difference made for our wider community.

15/05/2026

Island Farm Hut 9 — the secret heart of the largest German POW escape in WWII history. Hut 9 Island Farm Bridgend

Trailblazers – Final Reminder for SaturdayWe’re out at Parc Slip this Saturday, 16 May, 10am–12pm for a community‑led ba...
15/05/2026

Trailblazers – Final Reminder for Saturday

We’re out at Parc Slip this Saturday, 16 May, 10am–12pm for a community‑led balsam bashing session with support from Pencoed Town Council.

The forecast is looking great — dry, bright, and mild, ideal for a couple of hours outdoors making a real difference for local nature.

All welcome. Stay for the full session or drop in when you can.
Parking can be tight, so please car share if possible.

A small bit of teamwork goes a long way for our green spaces. Pencoed Town Council

Trailblazers are out again this Saturday, 16 May, 10–12 at Parc Slip.All welcome — do as much or as little as you like, ...
12/05/2026

Trailblazers are out again this Saturday, 16 May, 10–12 at Parc Slip.

All welcome — do as much or as little as you like, all kit provided.

Parking can be tight, so please car share where possible or drop a note in the comments.

We’re teaming up our friends from our friends from the Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales for some balsam bashing to protect our native plants.

Proud to run this in partnership with Pencoed Town Council — thanks for backing the community.

10/05/2026

Any ideas where this is?

Trailblazers with Pencoed Town Council – Nature Action MorningSaturday 16 May • 10am–12pm • Parc SlipReady to make a rea...
10/05/2026

Trailblazers with Pencoed Town Council – Nature Action Morning

Saturday 16 May • 10am–12pm • Parc Slip

Ready to make a real difference?

Our next Trailblazers event takes place at Parc Slip Nature Reserve, Tondu, and we’re joined by Duncan Ludlow, Reserves Manager for The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, who works every day to help bring nature back and protect local habitats.

Together, we’ll be tackling balsam bashing to stop invasive Himalayan balsam from spreading and suffocating smaller native plants. A couple of hours of teamwork genuinely helps wildlife thrive.

10am–12pm
Saturday 16 May
Parc Slip Nature Reserve
All welcome — do as much or as little as you want

Parking may be limited if it’s busy, so please car share where possible, or leave a comment if you need a lift or can offer one.

This event is proudly run in partnership with Pencoed Town Council. Thank you to them for supporting this community venture.

Join us for fresh air, wellbeing, connection, and the chance to make a positive difference to your local environment.

24/04/2026

Pencoed looks incredible from the air — but it’s the people who make this place truly shine. A community that shows up, cares, and keeps our town special. Join the Pencoed Trailblazers every third Saturday, 10–12. Free, friendly, everyone welcome.

22/04/2026

Before ➜ After. Our volunteers transformed this footpath for everyone — safe, clear, and accessible. This is Pencoed at its best.

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