The Bear Hotel

The Bear Hotel A 12th Century coaching inn, popular with
locals, business and leisure guests, couples,
families - and their dogs!
(1403)

The Bear serves up
craft ales, fine wines and contemporary
Welsh menus plus 33 individually-designed rooms and six self-catering apartments. The Bear is the historic heart of the charming market town of Cowbridge, where everyone eats, drinks and sleeps well, from locals to business travellers to international tourists. ​

Ever since anyone can remember, it’s been the town’s go-to for getting together - catching up over a drink or a coffee, meeting for lunch, celebrating with family and friends or staying over with the children or the dog.​

We invite you to explore The Bear and find your corner among its intriguing nooks and crannies and eclectic mix of spaces. ​

Eat and drink al fresco all-year round in our stunning contemporary glass Cube, the most modern of beer gardens; plan your celebration in our 18th Century ballroom or our contemporary St Quentin’s Suite; tuck into your Sunday roast in the stone-vaulted Cellars restaurant (where Napoleon and his soldiers had a rather less hospitable stay); sample new flavours at our real ale bar; or simply sink into something delicious and locally sourced from our various menus next to a roaring log fire, as the kids take on our Bear Hunt around the hotel. If you’re staying over, take your pick among our individually designed, beautifully appointed bedrooms or self-catering apartments.​

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

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

Whether you're chasing three points, just backing your team or want the post-match analysis over a pint, we’ve got you.S...
17/09/2026

Whether you're chasing three points, just backing your team or want the post-match analysis over a pint, we’ve got you.

Score a bar-side seat and join us this Saturday 🍻⚽🐻

“Haz, can we go to the pub for a drink and some pics?” Ummmm, is that even a question?!! The answer is yes, of course. 🍻...
14/09/2026

“Haz, can we go to the pub for a drink and some pics?” Ummmm, is that even a question?!! The answer is yes, of course. 🍻🥂

Rhys and Molly were turning heads in Cowbridge, they slipped off for a drink or two between their drinks reception and food 👀 soooo many gorgeous pics from this day 🥹

Suppliers:
Photo/Video: Haz Goldson Photo & Film 🎞️✨ | Wedding & Lifestyle Photography (with a lil help from the lovely 🐚Aby🐋
Venue: The Bear, Cowbridge
Bridal hair: Bridal Hair Stylist South Wales
Make up: Anaisa | makeup artist cardiff | TV make up artist
Dress: Wales' stand out bridal experience
Alterations: Ravenandrosecustomalterations
Suit: Slater Menswear
Cake: mysweetpeas.uk
Floristry & Decorations: Amanda Dare (very clever MOB)

A little piece of good news to share and say thank you for...We’ve made the finals of the Welsh-National Wedding Awards ...
14/09/2026

A little piece of good news to share and say thank you for...

We’ve made the finals of the Welsh-National Wedding Awards for Best Boutique Wedding Venue of the year (East Wales), thanks to the votes and support of our amazing couples. Thank you for trusting us with such an important element of your day and for taking the time to vote for us! We are delighted.

Finals, here we come - wish us luck!

📸 The Storyteller UK

Your Awesome Autumn Escape suggested itinerary:☕ Morning coffee in Cowbridge🛍️ Browse the High Street shops🌊 Afternoon w...
06/09/2026

Your Awesome Autumn Escape suggested itinerary:

☕ Morning coffee in Cowbridge
🛍️ Browse the High Street shops
🌊 Afternoon walk along the Heritage Coast
🍽️ Dinner
🛁 The Goodwash Company pamper hamper
🛏️ A relaxing overnight stay

Escape this autumn for just £195 per room per night 👉https://booking.eu.guestline.app/TCC/availability?hotel=TCCBEAR

You've said "YES!" 💕Now it's time to find the venue that gives you butterflies, too. Join us at our Sip & See and discov...
04/09/2026

You've said "YES!" 💕

Now it's time to find the venue that gives you butterflies, too. Join us at our Sip & See and discover why The Bear could be just perfect for your big day.

🥂 Sip some fizz
👀 Explore the spaces
💐 Gather inspiration
💕 Chat weddings with our team

📅 Thursday 20th September
⏰ 4-8PM
💌 Spaces are filling up - book today https://bear.townandcountrycollective.co.uk/order/fQicQ18h72sT6coebPmj
📸 Amor Photographic Wales

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The perfect pause between the heat of the summer and the onset of winter to look after yourself and take a break, we 🧡 A...
03/09/2026

The perfect pause between the heat of the summer and the onset of winter to look after yourself and take a break, we 🧡 Autumn in .

Meander down the prettiest of Wales' high streets for boutique shopping, gardens and local history, all from our doorstep. Then back to base for a cosy evening with a well-earned, hearty seasonal dinner.

Our Awesome Autumn Escape Package even includes a pamper hamper so you can keep treating yourself right when you get home. too.

🛏 Overnight stay 🍽 Dinner 🥐 Breakfast 🛁 A gorgeous The Goodwash Company pamper hamper

Book your autumn escape here 👉 https://booking.eu.guestline.app/TCC/availability?hotel=TCCBEAR for £195 per room.



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We’re hiring 🪧The Bear is looking for a passionate, organised, full-time Assistant Reception Manager. If you have at lea...
28/08/2026

We’re hiring 🪧

The Bear is looking for a passionate, organised, full-time Assistant Reception Manager. If you have at least a year’s experience and are ready to take the next step, passionate about making people’s day with seamless service and the warmest Welsh welcome, we’d love to hear from you!

Expect:
💸a competitive salary
🏩career development opportunities within a group of independent hotels
👭a friendly team
✨a stunning place to work!

Find out more and apply here 👉🏼 https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4875e33d27be94ce&from=shareddesktop_copy

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63 High Street
Cowbridge
CF717AF

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