Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, providing convenience for guests with vehicles.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Cowbridge, within a 15-minute drive of attractions such as Church, College and Lighthouses Walk and Cottrell Park Golf Resort. It is approximately 11.4 miles from Barry Island Beach and 13 miles from Principality Stadium.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs are available for a fee of GBP 15 per night. The maximum number of cribs allowed is not specified, and advance request is recommended.

The Bear Hotel in Cowbridge

Average nightly price at The Bear, Cowbridge by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$140
February	US$169
March	US$135
April	US$138
May	US$156
June	US$142
July	US$133
August	US$152
September	US$138
October	US$142
November	US$135
December	US$143

What guests think

At The Bear, Cowbridge, reviewers highlight a charming, characterful inn with very friendly, welcoming staff, a central high street location, and the convenience of on-site parking, making it a comfortable base for visits to Cowbridge and nearby areas.

Breakfast is served across the road at the Penny Farthing and is frequently praised. Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, though some feel dated or impractical, and a few guests report noise from functions or the street, occasional temperature or hot water issues, and patchy in-room Wi-Fi alongside weak mobile signal. Expect a cosy, character stay in a convenient town setting.

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Facilities

Guests value the ample on-site parking and the popular bar and restaurant; several note the hotel is dog-friendly. EV charging is not available.

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Andy

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rm 27 was a bit tired needs renovation. Especially the bathroom. It’s a long walk to the room surely the lighting and decoration might make the journey more pleasant Still no EV charging , forcing me to stop in Cardiff or Newport. Stops that I should not need to do.

10

Marion

9 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub, restaurant and hotel. Great food, very comfortable room, well situated in lovely town. Breakfast in sister restaurant was great!

10

Mrs Heather

20 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to check in, ample parking, friendly staff, lovely old hotel

10

Thuy

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a charming hotel. Spacious room and great breakfast options. Right in the middle of the town. Easy free parking.

8

david

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great reception greeting for my second stay, after a very long drive I was helped with my bags to my room where I also dined on very good fare. Breakfast is included and excellent across the road from the hotel at Penny Farthing. Recommended location in a nice location with ample parking

8

Leigh

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The Bear is well located in the heart of Cowbridge with ample parking. The restuarant and bar were good (and very popular "conservatory" area at its heart (lunch and dinner were busy). Food options walkable nearby. Breakfast across road in Penny Farthings - very good. The room was small but gave good night's sleep, being quiet. Some minor issues with room (blinds, lights, washbasin design), but overall this was a very good stay. Have been before and will use again

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Andy

19 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had a single room at the front of the hotel. It was clean and tidy. I had a comfortable night. I’d like some EV charging in the car park, but there are some near the town hall a short walk away.

10

Clare

30 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very welcoming and friendly staff, dog friendly rooms, bar and breakfast. The room was very comfortable with dog bowls. Great shower and toiletries. Breakfast served in the cafe across the road which as delicious and nice to have food served rather than a semi-warm buffet! Great stay.

10

Vanessa

25 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect! Quirky, older, comfortable style. I had a room on the front - spacious, good bed linen, sparkling water and shortbread etc. Good shower (over bath). No noise from road overnight. Very cosy bar area where I ate and superb food. Can see why this would be a great place to dine in summer. I didn’t make breakfast as chose to have a lie in before heading to the office but I’ve seen it’s good

10

Carole

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely hotel with parking behind the hotel ( parking spaces on the high street are at a premium). Friendly and helpful staff, well appointed rooms and restaurants with a good choice of food. I would highly recommend a stay here.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and bathrooms are frequently described as very clean and well presented. A few reports mention missed details like dust on fittings.

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Sally

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good value, clean rooms

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Caroline

31 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a lovely 3 night stay. Our room was a wow to look at but not overly practical. The bathroom could do with a shelf to put our toiletries on. (instead we had to use the top of the loo) A light fitting above the large mirror was present but we couldn't see how it worked. If at all. A good powerful hairdryer, but the plug socket was too far away to sit at the dressing table. The room was clean, but attention to details were a little lacking. Thick dust on the bathroom extractor, dust on plug socket tops etc. The shower screen was clean but build up around the hinges. The four poster bed was beautiful to look at, but we found it a little uncomfortable. (personal taste). It was also quite noisy when turning during the night. Now I'm not suggesting that my review should put off anyone staying here, we would come back in a heartbeat! It's to draw attention for the management to address. The staff were absolutely amazing, so friendly and attentive. I even received a birthday card . The food was top notch. Overall the whole place had a relaxing vibe. It kind of gave you a hug. Thank you team Bear, we hope to be back soon.

10

clare

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and excellent value

10

Wendy

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely quaint hotel. Would recommend without hesitation. Staff polite and welcoming. Room was cosy and clean.

10

Valmay

5 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Lovey staff, very clean room and bathroom. We enjoyed our stay. And would definitely stay again.

8

Steph

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

we had a lovely stay, staff were amazing, lovely lady at reception welcomed us and was very helpful with information. There was a leak in the restaurant so had food in the lounge which was fine and service was excellent. room was just a little bit of a disappointment, bit tired looking but spotlessly clean and presented.

10

Judith

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Another fantastic stay at the Bear. Lovely spacious room, clean and very comfortable. Lunch choice great and really tasty. Staff at reception and bar so friendly, helpful. Very prompt service. We will be back highly recommend.

10

Alexander

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean excellent service lovely hotel amazing food and decently priced

10

Helen

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed one night. Clean,comfortable room with good hot shower. Friendly staff and nice breakfast.

8

Paul

1 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great little hotel..Stayed there for a wedding party. Rooms are clean and tidy.

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Rooms

Many rooms are clean, comfortable and often spacious, with some great showers. However, several feel dated or impractical, and some guests report noise from functions or the street, temperature drafts or hot water issues, and patchy in-room Wi-Fi.

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Michael

4 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Nice spacious room with a good bathroom. Found it a little strange to go across the road for breakfast. The breakfast was good though.

10

AnneMarie

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 51 was charming and private. Very comfortable and I think the shower is the best shower I have ever had! Great water pressure and easy to control the temperature.

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James

20 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely disappointed. Unable to stay the night due to extreme noise from a ‘disco’ under our suite until midnight. Would advise against staying at this venue as the rooms are seemingly above a club.

6

Dave

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel and the town’s high street was a great find. I stayed for business and the hotels Wi-Fi was awful, meaning I couldn’t do the work I’d planned to and the mobile reception in the town was equally bad. So while the location was lovely it was a very frustrating overnight stay!!

8

Dana and Charles

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a charming hotel. We were on the third floor in an alcove room. The free breakfast is at their sister restaurant across the street, The Penny Farthing, which was cute and delicious. We were happy with just about everything except that our toilet was leaking across the floor and one of the showers I took was cold. We later found out that there was a problem with the hot water and that they fixed it. The location was great for shopping and walking along the main street in Cowbridge.

6

Craig

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Food was good and service was faultless, especially in the restaurant. Manager and waiter were brilliant. Room was a little disappointing. We were directly above the lounge and could hear the music until midnight. Also noisy road outside with it being on the main high street. Floor in the room was on a slant which was slightly off putting. Tv felt a mile for the bed on the opposite side of the room.

8

julie

24 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My only negative was that the wifi would not connect in my room - even when given an alternative network and password. It connected without issue elsewhere in the hotel. Food and room were lovely

10

Judith

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Another fantastic stay at the Bear. Lovely spacious room, clean and very comfortable. Lunch choice great and really tasty. Staff at reception and bar so friendly, helpful. Very prompt service. We will be back highly recommend.

6

Adrian

19 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed in the cottage. Beds were atrocious. Springs could be felt right through the mattress. Shocking really. Very pleasant otherwise, but the shoddy beds ruined the experience. I’m not a complainer, but this was unacceptable.

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Dirk

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Business stay, booked better room but a little tired and run down.

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Service

Service is consistently warm, friendly and helpful across reception, bar and restaurant. Multiple guests note staff going out of their way, including late-night assistance and help with bags or local tips.

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Mrs Heather

20 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to check in, ample parking, friendly staff, lovely old hotel

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Brian

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The team were polite and very helpful. The place was adorable and dinner was great and affordable. Cute village we would go back and stay again Thank you

8

david

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great reception greeting for my second stay, after a very long drive I was helped with my bags to my room where I also dined on very good fare. Breakfast is included and excellent across the road from the hotel at Penny Farthing. Recommended location in a nice location with ample parking

10

Kelly

25 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The check in was brilliant - big thanks to the staff member who checked me and my 2 dogs in and showed us to the room and where to take the dogs for a run in the park! Room really good size and the shower was amazing. Every thing just as you want for a quick overnight stay. Parking easy and the breakfast was fab and again dog friendly.

10

Elise

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly and welcoming. Lovely atmosphere and very helpful and courteous staff.

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Judith

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Another fantastic stay at the Bear. Lovely spacious room, clean and very comfortable. Lunch choice great and really tasty. Staff at reception and bar so friendly, helpful. Very prompt service. We will be back highly recommend.

10

Debbie

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely quaint hotel with very friendly staff

10

Bleddyn

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Best part of this property has to be the staff. They were all amazing, nothing was too much trouble and very friendly. I wish more places had staff like these. Well worth the stay.

10

Huw

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff

10

Nigel

21 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Room and staff very courteous and helpful

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Location

Central on Cowbridge’s high street, making shops and dining easy to reach, with convenient parking behind. Some guests mention weak mobile reception in the area.

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Pauline

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room. Would definitely come back. Convenient for everything in Cowbridge

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JULIA

3 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely old hotel friendly staff great location

10

Thuy

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a charming hotel. Spacious room and great breakfast options. Right in the middle of the town. Easy free parking.

10

David

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great property and location.

8

david

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great reception greeting for my second stay, after a very long drive I was helped with my bags to my room where I also dined on very good fare. Breakfast is included and excellent across the road from the hotel at Penny Farthing. Recommended location in a nice location with ample parking

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Leigh

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The Bear is well located in the heart of Cowbridge with ample parking. The restuarant and bar were good (and very popular "conservatory" area at its heart (lunch and dinner were busy). Food options walkable nearby. Breakfast across road in Penny Farthings - very good. The room was small but gave good night's sleep, being quiet. Some minor issues with room (blinds, lights, washbasin design), but overall this was a very good stay. Have been before and will use again

10

Thomas

10 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Middle of town easy to get around

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Hamish

22 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in a nice little town. I stayed here on a business trip and managed to do a bit of local sightseeing at the same time. Breakfast at The Penny Farthing across the road was well worth it - set me up for the day!

10

Angela

29 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely staff Loved the room Wonderful festive atmosphere Perfectly situated Large car park

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Carole

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely hotel with parking behind the hotel ( parking spaces on the high street are at a premium). Friendly and helpful staff, well appointed rooms and restaurants with a good choice of food. I would highly recommend a stay here.

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Dining

The on-site bar and restaurant are popular, with tasty food and a good atmosphere; a few guests found dinner options limited or inconsistent. Breakfast at the Penny Farthing across the road is frequently praised.

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Michael

4 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Nice spacious room with a good bathroom. Found it a little strange to go across the road for breakfast. The breakfast was good though.

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Drew

11 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely old inn oozing character. Good bar area but poor breakfast.

10

Marion

9 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub, restaurant and hotel. Great food, very comfortable room, well situated in lovely town. Breakfast in sister restaurant was great!

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Nigel

20 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was excellent but dinner in the hotel restaurant disappointing. Several dishes not on, which meant the choice was limited, and even the wine we asked for was unavailable. Wine list was London prices (but we were in South Wales). Inclusive breakfast in Penny Farthing opposite was fantastic. Would stay here again but book for dinner in the Duke of Wellington pub opposite.

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Lucy

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The food was delicious, the service was amazing, a wonderful place to eat, drink and sleep. We had a classic bedroom which was fine for staying the one night. It’s an old building but you can see how they’ve made the best of that. Great facilities in the rooms. Parking was easy and close to hotel. Warm and cosy. Shower was hot but need to change the shower head. Bit of a draft with the old windows but the heavy curtains and large radiator kept the room nice and warm. A mirror at the dressing table would be nice but I was happy sitting by the fabulous wall to ceiling mirror to dry my hair. We loved our stay and would definitely return. Thank you.

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david

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great reception greeting for my second stay, after a very long drive I was helped with my bags to my room where I also dined on very good fare. Breakfast is included and excellent across the road from the hotel at Penny Farthing. Recommended location in a nice location with ample parking

10

William

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great food and beer. Very comfortable. Thank you

10

Vanessa

25 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect! Quirky, older, comfortable style. I had a room on the front - spacious, good bed linen, sparkling water and shortbread etc. Good shower (over bath). No noise from road overnight. Very cosy bar area where I ate and superb food. Can see why this would be a great place to dine in summer. I didn’t make breakfast as chose to have a lie in before heading to the office but I’ve seen it’s good

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Hamish

22 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in a nice little town. I stayed here on a business trip and managed to do a bit of local sightseeing at the same time. Breakfast at The Penny Farthing across the road was well worth it - set me up for the day!

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Alex

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Brilliant hotel with friendly staff, the quality of service was excellent. And the food provided was incredible. Highly recommended and we will be staying again in the future.

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1 $119	2 $136	3 $137	4 $138	5 $128	6 $150	7 $159
8 $123	9 $138	10 $133	11 $132	12 $127	13 $152	14
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22 $122	23 $143	24 $143	25 $144	26 $131	27 $150	28 $152
29 $123	30 $137

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