If you're stuck without a car and feeling fit you can always catch a train to Llantwit Major from Cardiff and walk or cycle down to the beach.

An easy coastal walk along the heritage coast from Col-Huw point, Llantwit Major, past St Donat's castle ... the Heritage Coast who runs the visitors centre at Southerndown.

Visit BBC Webwise for full instructions An easy coastal walk along the heritage coast from Col-Huw point, Llantwit Major ... Coast who runs the visitors centre at Southerndown.