South Wales Police Heritage Centre

About the museum

The South Wales Police Heritage Centre tells the story of policing in South Wales from Celtic times to the present day. It is housed on the secure site of the force’s headquarters in Bridgend, which is why visits can be made only by prior arrangement.

The collection of police memorabilia is described as one of the largest outside London. Displays include an Edwardian charge room and a cell that is home to the figure of a prisoner, Isaac Martin. A virtual tour shows objects in their original settings.

The centre works with schools across South Wales and offers programmes linked to the National Curriculum, including sessions on Victorian policing in Merthyr in the 1860s and on the police in the Second World War. It also takes part in the Open Doors heritage weekend and in the force’s family fun day.

Highlights

• Edwardian charge room
• Police cell with the figure of the prisoner Isaac Martin
• Large collection of police memorabilia
• Virtual tour of the displays
• School programmes on Victorian and wartime policing

Operated by

South Wales Police

Admission & discounts

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Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

A listing says there is wheelchair access to some public areas, accessible toilets and parking for disabled visitors. Visitors should state any mobility needs when booking.

Kids & families

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Getting there & parking

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

A shop is mentioned in a third-party listing.

Events & venue rental

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