The Bear is the 12^th Century heart of the charming market town of Cowbridge, where everyone eats, drinks and sleeps well, from locals to business travellers to international tourists (and their dogs).

Ever since anyone can remember, it’s been the town’s go-to for getting together and we invite you to find your favourite corner among its intriguing nooks and eclectic mix of spaces.

You can eat and drink all day everyday in our real ale bars and dining rooms or during the summer months go al fresco. Sample new arrivals at our real ale bar or sink into something delicious and locally sourced next to a roaring log fire, as the kids take on our Bear Hunt around the hotel.

We’ll help plan your big celebrations, from weddings to birthdays, in our 18^th Century ballroom or contemporary St Quentin’s Suite. And, if you’re staying over, choose among our individually designed, beautifully appointed bedrooms and apartments.

With boutique shopping and plenty of options for romantic strolls or bracing walks all on your doorstep, we’ve got plenty of recommendations for making memories at The Bear.

After all, people have been doing just that for centuries.

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