Stuart Bain 🏴
@stubo37.bsky.social
Based in South Wales. Trustee for Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, Open Spaces Society, Awen Cultural Trust & SWEBReC. Love outdoors and green/blue spaces. Welsh Feed: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:5qxyyt4oifwyv4vos57eiy6f/feed/aaacvvfide2l4
We’ve opened up Joker’s Field so locals can enjoy the green space. Now let’s do more together. Join us and make a difference on our next community action day! 20 December 2025, 10-12pm Coed y Iestyn, Pencoed.
#Pencoed #Trailblazers #Cymru #Wales #Community #Action #Bridgend #PencoedTrailblazers
#Pencoed #Trailblazers #Cymru #Wales #Community #Action #Bridgend #PencoedTrailblazers
November 26, 2025 at 5:54 PM
We’ve opened up Joker’s Field so locals can enjoy the green space. Now let’s do more together. Join us and make a difference on our next community action day! 20 December 2025, 10-12pm Coed y Iestyn, Pencoed.
#Pencoed #Trailblazers #Cymru #Wales #Community #Action #Bridgend #PencoedTrailblazers
#Pencoed #Trailblazers #Cymru #Wales #Community #Action #Bridgend #PencoedTrailblazers
Trailblazers are looking for someone to help link up with Wildlife Trust and Keep Wales Tidy. No experience needed — just enthusiasm and a willingness to connect. Step up as our community ambassador and help shape future events. Message me if interested.
#PencoedTrailblazers #KeepWalesTidy #Wales
#PencoedTrailblazers #KeepWalesTidy #Wales
November 22, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Trailblazers are looking for someone to help link up with Wildlife Trust and Keep Wales Tidy. No experience needed — just enthusiasm and a willingness to connect. Step up as our community ambassador and help shape future events. Message me if interested.
#PencoedTrailblazers #KeepWalesTidy #Wales
#PencoedTrailblazers #KeepWalesTidy #Wales
Gate expectations exceeded! the entrance to Jokers Field went from ‘lost in the wild’ to ‘open for business’. Overgrown brambles, tangled weeds, and stubborn roots—cleared! Now it’s a welcoming gateway for all. 👏to everyone who made this possible. #pencoedtrailblazers #CommunityPower
November 18, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Gate expectations exceeded! the entrance to Jokers Field went from ‘lost in the wild’ to ‘open for business’. Overgrown brambles, tangled weeds, and stubborn roots—cleared! Now it’s a welcoming gateway for all. 👏to everyone who made this possible. #pencoedtrailblazers #CommunityPower
✨ Hidden for 25 years… now uncovered!
Our amazing 23 volunteers cleared 30m of scrubland to reveal a forgotten route + stile 🌿.
And they didn’t stop there—165kg of rubbish lifted from Jokers Field.
💚 Huge thanks Trailblazers—you’ve made history visible again and kept our paths clean.
Our amazing 23 volunteers cleared 30m of scrubland to reveal a forgotten route + stile 🌿.
And they didn’t stop there—165kg of rubbish lifted from Jokers Field.
💚 Huge thanks Trailblazers—you’ve made history visible again and kept our paths clean.
November 16, 2025 at 5:06 PM
✨ Hidden for 25 years… now uncovered!
Our amazing 23 volunteers cleared 30m of scrubland to reveal a forgotten route + stile 🌿.
And they didn’t stop there—165kg of rubbish lifted from Jokers Field.
💚 Huge thanks Trailblazers—you’ve made history visible again and kept our paths clean.
Our amazing 23 volunteers cleared 30m of scrubland to reveal a forgotten route + stile 🌿.
And they didn’t stop there—165kg of rubbish lifted from Jokers Field.
💚 Huge thanks Trailblazers—you’ve made history visible again and kept our paths clean.
Pencoed Trailblazers - 40% chance of rain tomorrow – bring waterproofs and sturdy footwear.
Everyone welcome – great to catch up and chat.
Meeting point: Jokers Field, Greenacre Drive, W3W: ///poet.vies.apricot
Check Out:
Invasive plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
Poisonous plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
Everyone welcome – great to catch up and chat.
Meeting point: Jokers Field, Greenacre Drive, W3W: ///poet.vies.apricot
Check Out:
Invasive plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
Poisonous plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
November 14, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Pencoed Trailblazers - 40% chance of rain tomorrow – bring waterproofs and sturdy footwear.
Everyone welcome – great to catch up and chat.
Meeting point: Jokers Field, Greenacre Drive, W3W: ///poet.vies.apricot
Check Out:
Invasive plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
Poisonous plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
Everyone welcome – great to catch up and chat.
Meeting point: Jokers Field, Greenacre Drive, W3W: ///poet.vies.apricot
Check Out:
Invasive plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
Poisonous plants: bit.ly/3rZkJ8k
We’re back next Saturday at 10am, meeting at Jokers Field, Greenacre Drive, Pencoed.
Join the Pencoed Trailblazers for another morning of fresh air, good company, and giving our paths the care they deserve. We’ll be clearing litter and tidying routes so everyone can enjoy them.
Join the Pencoed Trailblazers for another morning of fresh air, good company, and giving our paths the care they deserve. We’ll be clearing litter and tidying routes so everyone can enjoy them.
November 8, 2025 at 3:59 PM
We’re back next Saturday at 10am, meeting at Jokers Field, Greenacre Drive, Pencoed.
Join the Pencoed Trailblazers for another morning of fresh air, good company, and giving our paths the care they deserve. We’ll be clearing litter and tidying routes so everyone can enjoy them.
Join the Pencoed Trailblazers for another morning of fresh air, good company, and giving our paths the care they deserve. We’ll be clearing litter and tidying routes so everyone can enjoy them.
🌿 Pencoed Trailblazers Unite!
🗓️ Sat 15 Nov | ⏰ 10–12pm (or longer if you're keen!)
🧤 Tools provided—bring gloves/kit if you’ve got 'em.
✨ No experience needed all welcome.
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Let’s make Pencoed shine!
#PencoedTrailblazers #GetStuckIn #CommunityPower
🗓️ Sat 15 Nov | ⏰ 10–12pm (or longer if you're keen!)
🧤 Tools provided—bring gloves/kit if you’ve got 'em.
✨ No experience needed all welcome.
📍 what3words.com/dollars.spoon.alternate
Let’s make Pencoed shine!
#PencoedTrailblazers #GetStuckIn #CommunityPower
November 2, 2025 at 6:16 PM
🌿 Pencoed Trailblazers Unite!
🗓️ Sat 15 Nov | ⏰ 10–12pm (or longer if you're keen!)
🧤 Tools provided—bring gloves/kit if you’ve got 'em.
✨ No experience needed all welcome.
📍 what3words.com/dollars.spoon.alternate
Let’s make Pencoed shine!
#PencoedTrailblazers #GetStuckIn #CommunityPower
🗓️ Sat 15 Nov | ⏰ 10–12pm (or longer if you're keen!)
🧤 Tools provided—bring gloves/kit if you’ve got 'em.
✨ No experience needed all welcome.
📍 what3words.com/dollars.spoon.alternate
Let’s make Pencoed shine!
#PencoedTrailblazers #GetStuckIn #CommunityPower
Pencoed Trailblazers crushed it again 💥
21 volunteers, 750m cleared, 40kg litter gone.
Footpath 38 + Miners Path now walkable!
Community power is growing — Pencoed shines brighter every month 🌟 #PencoedTrailblazers #CommunityCleanup
21 volunteers, 750m cleared, 40kg litter gone.
Footpath 38 + Miners Path now walkable!
Community power is growing — Pencoed shines brighter every month 🌟 #PencoedTrailblazers #CommunityCleanup
October 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Pencoed Trailblazers crushed it again 💥
21 volunteers, 750m cleared, 40kg litter gone.
Footpath 38 + Miners Path now walkable!
Community power is growing — Pencoed shines brighter every month 🌟 #PencoedTrailblazers #CommunityCleanup
21 volunteers, 750m cleared, 40kg litter gone.
Footpath 38 + Miners Path now walkable!
Community power is growing — Pencoed shines brighter every month 🌟 #PencoedTrailblazers #CommunityCleanup
Rebecca wasn’t just angry—she was right. In 1840s Wales, tollgates bled poor farmers dry.
So “Rebecca and her daughters” rose up. They wore dresses. They smashed gates. They demanded justice and they won reforms.
A riot? Yes.
A turning point? Absolutely.
#RebeccaRiots #WelshHistory #CymruAmByth
So “Rebecca and her daughters” rose up. They wore dresses. They smashed gates. They demanded justice and they won reforms.
A riot? Yes.
A turning point? Absolutely.
#RebeccaRiots #WelshHistory #CymruAmByth
October 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Rebecca wasn’t just angry—she was right. In 1840s Wales, tollgates bled poor farmers dry.
So “Rebecca and her daughters” rose up. They wore dresses. They smashed gates. They demanded justice and they won reforms.
A riot? Yes.
A turning point? Absolutely.
#RebeccaRiots #WelshHistory #CymruAmByth
So “Rebecca and her daughters” rose up. They wore dresses. They smashed gates. They demanded justice and they won reforms.
A riot? Yes.
A turning point? Absolutely.
#RebeccaRiots #WelshHistory #CymruAmByth
More photos of our fantastic volunteers clearing rights of way in Pencoed. Come and join us on Saturday - no experience or specialist skills required!
#Pencoed #Wales #Bridgend #Cymru #Volunteers #RightsofWay #GreenSpaces #CommunityAction
#Pencoed #Wales #Bridgend #Cymru #Volunteers #RightsofWay #GreenSpaces #CommunityAction
October 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
More photos of our fantastic volunteers clearing rights of way in Pencoed. Come and join us on Saturday - no experience or specialist skills required!
#Pencoed #Wales #Bridgend #Cymru #Volunteers #RightsofWay #GreenSpaces #CommunityAction
#Pencoed #Wales #Bridgend #Cymru #Volunteers #RightsofWay #GreenSpaces #CommunityAction
October 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM
HOLD THE DATE - The next community event is 10-12pm on 18th October. Look out for further announcements coming soon!
Look at the fantastic work our volunteers did in September!
#Pencoed #RightsOfWay #Footpath #Volunteers #Community
@chriselmoremp.bsky.social
Look at the fantastic work our volunteers did in September!
#Pencoed #RightsOfWay #Footpath #Volunteers #Community
@chriselmoremp.bsky.social
October 2, 2025 at 4:36 PM
HOLD THE DATE - The next community event is 10-12pm on 18th October. Look out for further announcements coming soon!
Look at the fantastic work our volunteers did in September!
#Pencoed #RightsOfWay #Footpath #Volunteers #Community
@chriselmoremp.bsky.social
Look at the fantastic work our volunteers did in September!
#Pencoed #RightsOfWay #Footpath #Volunteers #Community
@chriselmoremp.bsky.social
It’s been a cracking day cycling around Carmarthenshire visiting Llanmihangel Abercowin chapel and Hen Capel in Llanybri. The highlight was definitely a cheeky stop off in the Castle Inn at Llansteffan. #Carmarthenshire #Llamybri #Llansteffan #SirCaerdryddin #Wales #Cymru #Beicio #Abercowin
September 27, 2025 at 5:12 PM
It’s been a cracking day cycling around Carmarthenshire visiting Llanmihangel Abercowin chapel and Hen Capel in Llanybri. The highlight was definitely a cheeky stop off in the Castle Inn at Llansteffan. #Carmarthenshire #Llamybri #Llansteffan #SirCaerdryddin #Wales #Cymru #Beicio #Abercowin
Pencoed Trailblazers kicked off today. 17 volunteers cleared 410m of paths and collected 55kg of litter. Big thanks to @chriselmoremp.bsky.social for getting stuck in, and to Pencoed Town Council for the kit. We’re back every third Saturday — all welcome. #PencoedTrailblazers #KeepWalesTidy
September 20, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Pencoed Trailblazers kicked off today. 17 volunteers cleared 410m of paths and collected 55kg of litter. Big thanks to @chriselmoremp.bsky.social for getting stuck in, and to Pencoed Town Council for the kit. We’re back every third Saturday — all welcome. #PencoedTrailblazers #KeepWalesTidy
I throughly enjoyed the Open Spaces Society members day exploring Kenilworth and the historic Parliament Piece. The myth of King Richard III holding Parliament in 1266 was debunked despite it being a fantastic story! #OpenSpacesSociety #GreenSpaces #Kenilworth #ParliamentPiece #Myths #Warwickshire
September 13, 2025 at 4:34 PM
I throughly enjoyed the Open Spaces Society members day exploring Kenilworth and the historic Parliament Piece. The myth of King Richard III holding Parliament in 1266 was debunked despite it being a fantastic story! #OpenSpacesSociety #GreenSpaces #Kenilworth #ParliamentPiece #Myths #Warwickshire
Coming soon - meeting at Pencoed pavilion! No tech skills needed, no fancy kit required – just bring your common sense, comfy shoes and whatever the weather demands. We’ll handle the rest.
September 8, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Coming soon - meeting at Pencoed pavilion! No tech skills needed, no fancy kit required – just bring your common sense, comfy shoes and whatever the weather demands. We’ll handle the rest.
Doing great work keeping the trails in shape around Pencoed.
If you fancy swapping your Saturday scroll for a stroll, this could be a good one to check out. #RightsOfWay #Footpaths #Wellbeing #Cymru #Wales #Pencoed #Social
If you fancy swapping your Saturday scroll for a stroll, this could be a good one to check out. #RightsOfWay #Footpaths #Wellbeing #Cymru #Wales #Pencoed #Social
August 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Doing great work keeping the trails in shape around Pencoed.
If you fancy swapping your Saturday scroll for a stroll, this could be a good one to check out. #RightsOfWay #Footpaths #Wellbeing #Cymru #Wales #Pencoed #Social
If you fancy swapping your Saturday scroll for a stroll, this could be a good one to check out. #RightsOfWay #Footpaths #Wellbeing #Cymru #Wales #Pencoed #Social
Got caught in the rain while scouting a walk on Pencoed footpath 41 near the underground reservoir on Cefn Hirgoed/Coity Wallia common land. Dramatic views and a smidgeon of blue sky over Hoel-y-Cyw 💚🥾🥾 #HoelyCyw #Pencoed #CoityWallia #OpenAccessLand #CommonLand #Walking #RightsOfWay #Wales
July 20, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Got caught in the rain while scouting a walk on Pencoed footpath 41 near the underground reservoir on Cefn Hirgoed/Coity Wallia common land. Dramatic views and a smidgeon of blue sky over Hoel-y-Cyw 💚🥾🥾 #HoelyCyw #Pencoed #CoityWallia #OpenAccessLand #CommonLand #Walking #RightsOfWay #Wales
I’ve completed my pilgrimage to one of the most iconic Welsh pubs ever. Despite numerous trips over the years it hasn’t changed a jot! #YTafanSinc #Rosebush #Iconic #Pubs #Wales #Cymru #Pilgrimage #Pembrokeshire
July 11, 2025 at 5:35 PM
I’ve completed my pilgrimage to one of the most iconic Welsh pubs ever. Despite numerous trips over the years it hasn’t changed a jot! #YTafanSinc #Rosebush #Iconic #Pubs #Wales #Cymru #Pilgrimage #Pembrokeshire
Another Bridgend Ramblers walking making use of Pencoed Footpath 5 running from Hendre, south of the M4 to Woodlands Fields. Access was a bit of a challenge with two stiles not making things easy for walkers. #Ramblers #Access #RightsOfWay #Footpaths #Hendre #Pencoed #Walking #Wales #Cymru
June 24, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Another Bridgend Ramblers walking making use of Pencoed Footpath 5 running from Hendre, south of the M4 to Woodlands Fields. Access was a bit of a challenge with two stiles not making things easy for walkers. #Ramblers #Access #RightsOfWay #Footpaths #Hendre #Pencoed #Walking #Wales #Cymru
Fantastic to see all the hard work repairing Pencoed Footpath 29 so that it is more accessible come to fruition. The Bridgend Ramblers enjoyed there walk from Cefn Hirgoed Ridge down into Ystradwaun in Pencoed. #Ramblers #Cerdded #RightsOfWay #Wales #Pencoed #Cymru #Footpath #Ystradwaun #Bridgend
June 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Fantastic to see all the hard work repairing Pencoed Footpath 29 so that it is more accessible come to fruition. The Bridgend Ramblers enjoyed there walk from Cefn Hirgoed Ridge down into Ystradwaun in Pencoed. #Ramblers #Cerdded #RightsOfWay #Wales #Pencoed #Cymru #Footpath #Ystradwaun #Bridgend
Great to see the Bridgend Ramblers enjoying Footpath 41 - Pencoed's longest, across Cefn Hirgoed in fantastic conditions and far reaching views 💚💚
June 15, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Great to see the Bridgend Ramblers enjoying Footpath 41 - Pencoed's longest, across Cefn Hirgoed in fantastic conditions and far reaching views 💚💚
Pencoed footpath 14 has been cleared and is now accessible for the public. A nice little cut through alongside the Sony factory from the cabbage patch field to the pub, Starbucks and McDonalds.
June 1, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Pencoed footpath 14 has been cleared and is now accessible for the public. A nice little cut through alongside the Sony factory from the cabbage patch field to the pub, Starbucks and McDonalds.
Prior to the 25th anniversay event of the #MillenniumHeritageTrail on 5th July, I’ve successfully checked the route from #Monknash to #Colwinston and it’s ready to go! Some tickets are still available, proceeds to the #Charity #Valeways. #Wales #Cymru #Vale www.ticketsource.co.uk/valeways/t-o...
May 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Prior to the 25th anniversay event of the #MillenniumHeritageTrail on 5th July, I’ve successfully checked the route from #Monknash to #Colwinston and it’s ready to go! Some tickets are still available, proceeds to the #Charity #Valeways. #Wales #Cymru #Vale www.ticketsource.co.uk/valeways/t-o...