Vale of Glamorgan

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Vale of Glamorgan

Vale of Glamorgan
Coast • Countryside • Culture
Places to Visit
For a day, a weekend or longer
Places to Stay
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Top 3 reasons to visit the Vale of Glamorgan
1. You love the coast
OK, our name may make you
think of secluded routes
through green hills but that’s
not the whole picture. The Vale
(as it’s known locally) is actually
a coastal region just west of
Cardiff in South Wales, with
a 14 mile stretch of Heritage
Coast. We’ve got the Wales
Coast Path, towering cliffs,
golden beaches, remote coves,
surf schools, boat cruises and
the Victorian seaside resorts
of Penarth and Barry Island
(of Gavin and Stacey fame).
2. You prefer the countryside
Inland, the Vale is an idyllic mix
of rolling hills, country lanes,
villages, gentle footpaths, wellkept farms, beautiful cottages,
fascinating churches and
castles. The perfect backdrop
for outdoor activities, exploring
local legends, enjoying great
food and drink. Equally good in
the sun or rain (come prepared,
that’s how the Vale is so green),
your experience will always be
authentic, not fabricated.
3. You’d like a city break
Choose Cardiff - capital city of
Wales - and you’ll be right on
our doorstep. In under 2 miles
you can stroll from Cardiff
Bay to Penarth Marina across
the Cardiff Bay Barrage. You’re
missing out if you leave Cardiff
without popping over to the
Vale; like strawberries and
cream, they go well together!
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The Glamorgan Heritage Coast, extending
westwards from Aberthaw to Newton,
Porthcawl, has special conservation status.
This 14 mile stretch of coastline is exceptionally
rich in geological features and wildlife: fulmars,
choughs, peregrines and bar-tailed godwits
captivate many a birdwatcher.
Part of the Wales Coast Path, it has all the
dramatic beauty you’d expect of the Welsh
coastline without the crowds, so walkers are
very happy here. You’ll come across an eclectic
mix of WWII gun emplacements, secluded bays,
Nash Point lighthouse and possibly a fossil or
two. And if you find it hard to leave, why not
stay at a coastal campsite.
A good starting point is the Heritage Coast
Centre at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown:
home to the Heritage Coast Rangers who are
exceptionally knowledgeable about the coast
and help to care for it. Nearby are the remains
of a fortified mansion known as Dunraven
Castle and its recently restored walled gardens.
Download the Dunraven Castle Explorer Kit for
children from www.visitthevale.com; others in
the series include Nash Point and Monknash.
And the views aren’t just endless sea. There
are the tiny islands of Flat Holm (in Wales)
and Steep Holm (in England) against the
backdrop of the Somerset and Devon coast.
A super vista is at Lavernock Point near
Penarth; nearby, in 1897, Marconi received the
first radio transmission across water from
Flat Holm island.
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Daryl Davies works at Dunraven Bay,
Southerndown - better known to
Doctor Who fans as Bad Wolf Bay.
‘Working with nature - that’s the
beauty of my job,’ says Daryl of
Southerndown Surf School. He’s
been hooked on surfing all his life.
‘It’s a natural thing to do growing
up in the Vale. I worked as a
surf instructor across the world
before coming back to my roots,’
says Daryl.
Australia this is not. But
Southerndown is the perfect
location for beginners to get the
hang of surfing, and it’s popular
with kayakers too. Experienced
surfers prefer the more challenging
waves at Ogmore-by-Sea and Cwm
Colhugh at Llantwit Major, and
windsurfers of all abilities head for
the windier Cold Knap at Barry.
Nash Point Lighthouse
The last manned lighthouse in Wales, Nash Point became automated in
1998 and was the first lighthouse in the British Isles to be licensed
as a venue for weddings and civil partnership ceremonies. Now open on
selected days, you can admire the views from the
lighthouse, hear the foghorn and, if you’re smitten,
book a stay in the former keepers’ cottages.
Beach guide
1 Ogmore-by-Sea
Wide sand and pebble beach. Access dependent on the tide level
of the Ogmore river. Great for walkers.
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2 Dunraven Bay, Southerndown
Depending on the tide, at most times it’s a sand and pebble bay with rock pools
connected to the Wales Coast Path. Popular for surfing and kayaking.
3 Nash Point, Marcross
Rocky shore with rugged cliffs and the lighthouse nearby. Spectacular geology.
4 Cwm Colhugh, Llantwit Major
Rock pools and sand linked to the Wales Coast Path. Amazing clifftop views.
5 Summerhouse Point, Boverton
Quiet, flat rock beach. Perfect for walking and angling.
6 The Leys, Aberthaw
One of South Wales’ best shore angling beaches. Very rocky.
Next to Aberthaw Power Station.
7 Fontygary Bay, Rhoose
Sheltered beach backed by cliffs. Mixture of sand, pebbles and rock pools.
8 Porthkerry, Barry
Wide pebble beach adjoining Porthkerry Country Park, with its adventure
playground, wooded nature trails and pitch & putt. A great family day out.
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9 Cold Knap, Barry
Wide pebble beach with coastal walks nearby.
Conditions are perfect for windsurfing and sea angling.
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10 Whitmore Bay, Barry Island
Traditional seaside resort with wide sandy beach, cafés, shops and attractions.
Beach wheelchairs available to hire during summer.
11 Jackson’s Bay, Barry Island
Small sandy bay linked by a footpath to Whitmore Bay.
12 St Mary’s Well Bay,
near Penarth
Small sandy beach. Great for fossil hunting and views to
Flat Holm and Steep Holm islands.
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Great for relaxing in the seafront gardens, visiting the pier and strolling along
the esplanade, with steps leading to the pebble and shingle beach.
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Barry Island and Penarth bring the seaside tradition bang up-to-date.
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At the Vale’s two coastal resorts you’ll find the
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Barry Island
Famed in recent years as the location for BBC TV’s sitcom Gavin
and Stacey, Barry Island has attracted visitors since the 1870s and
the appeal of its golden beaches, family amusements and cafés
is stronger than ever. The addition of new beach huts, changing
facilities, landscaped gardens and a covered events area on the Eastern
Promenade of Whitmore Bay extends the resort along the full length
of the beach and adds to its year-round appeal for families of all ages.
It’s an excellent spot to start a walk: there’s a 3 mile circular
loop around the ‘island’ (part of the Wales Coast Path) with the
opportunity to go further west to The Knap and Porthkerry Country
Park, and a 6 mile trail linking Barry Island with Barry town.
Family businesses, linked by a real sense of camaraderie,
form the backbone of Barry Island – sometimes nicknamed
Barrybados! ‘We’re a tight-knit community with one aim – to
present Barry Island at its best so that visitors have a great
time,’ says Pat Collins. Part of a fairground dynasty stretching
back four generations, he operates various attractions on the
promenade. His father, also called Pat, sums it up: “The island
is run by families for families, and family memories
are made here”.
For a full list of what you’ll find here download the Barry Island
visitor guide from www.visitthevale.com
Penarth
As a child Alice Turner recalls Penarth
to May and a port of call for the Waverley
Pier Pavilion as a ‘sad-looking building in
– the world’s last sea-going paddle steamer.
a beautiful location’. Now, as the Pavilion’s
Penarth Pier was
Marketing Manager, Alice is extremely proud Not surprising then that
2014.
voted Pier of the Year
of this Art Deco building following its
£4 million restoration project led by the
The splendid parks and open spaces that
local community. Reopened in December
link Penarth seafront with its tree-lined
2013, it houses a café, a gallery and the
town centre has earned it the reputation
UK’s only full-time cinema on a pier. On clear of the ‘Garden by the Sea’. Its Victorian
days, the 658 ft long pier offers amazing
and Edwardian founders created an elegant
views to the islands of Flat Holm and Steep resort with fine public buildings and ornate
Holm and the English coastline. It’s a popular
houses - once the homes of ship owners
spot for anglers who are allowed to fish
and coal magnates.
from the end of the pier from September
From Penarth Marina, it takes just minutes
to reach Cardiff Bay. You can catch a water
taxi, or you can walk, cycle or take a landtrain across the Barrage, which forms part
of the Wales Coast Path.
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Dyffryn House
& Gardens,
St. Nicholas
How green is my Vale?
Now managed by the National Trust, Dyffryn
House was built in 1893 by wealthy coal
magnate John Cory. Significant parts of the
ground and first floors are open to the public.
The Grade I listed Edwardian gardens, covering
55 acres, were designed by eminent landscape
architect Thomas Mawson in collaboration with
John Cory’s son, Reginald, a leading figure in
the Royal Horticultural Society.
Find your perfect outdoor setting at one of these
three beautiful locations, where there’s every
shade of green you can imagine.
Dyffryn House & Gardens
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park & Medieval Village
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
If you like...
You’ll enjoy...
Historic housesmarvelling at the architecture
of this mansion
Family activitiesspotting wildlife and visiting
the children’s play area
Music, theatre the occasional events that are held
and art
in the house and the gardens
Gardeningthe series of intimate outdoor
rooms, the arboretum, orchards
and kitchen garden
Peace and quietsitting and admiring the
tranquil gardens
Porthkerry Country Park
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in a sheltered valley leading to a pebble beach and spectacula
location where you’ll always find space.
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Cosmeston Lakes Country
Park & Medieval Village,
near Penarth
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ll/cricket/rounders on the huge main field
Family activities t he nature trails, events, play area and footba
winter walks along the beach
the variety – from spring walks through bluebell woods to
Walking
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capturing the coastline, the viaduct, the sunlight through the
Photography
practising on the 18 hole pitch and putt course
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With Local Nature Reserve status, these former tips and quarries now provide a rich
habitat for wildlife and a perfect family day out, just a mile from Penarth. The two large
lakes and several smaller ponds are surrounded by woodlands and wildflower meadows,
with gravel paths and wooden boardwalks for easy access. The medieval village was
reconstructed from the remains of a real village unearthed during excavations on the
site, and was used as a location for filming the BBC TV series Merlin.
If you like...
A great value day out
Walking the dog
Picnics
Bird watching
You’ll enjoy...
the free admission and car parking
the network of tree-lined paths
picnic benches, green spaces to sit and a special BBQ area
the bird hide overlooking the western lake
al village (in English,
Living historya self-guided audio tour of the mediev
Welsh, French or German) or a guided tour with a costumed
guide (charge payable for both types of tours)
Almost as abundant are pies, breads,
Away from the coast, the geology of
cakes, confectionery, coffee and ice cream.
this region has produced a rolling, fertile
re experts in producing wines and ales,
landscape with a mild climate, known as the We’
ciders and perries. And last but not least,
‘Garden of Cardiff’. It’s not your average
you’ll find delicious Glamorgan sausages
garden, though – the Vale’s harvest is an
– a local vegetarian recipe using cheese,
absolute feast. Perhaps you’d expect our
leeks and breadcrumbs, from a time when
excellent organic meat, eggs, milk, honey
meat was scarce.
and preserves, and places to pick your own
fruit and veg.
Slow down
The Vale is becoming a slow tourism destination. That means we’re encouraging
visitors to savour their time with us, explore the area in more depth and
ask locals for recommendations. Like all things of quality, our food and drink
cannot be rushed. So please take your time: stop for a coffee and drink in the
view, meet up with friends for a leisurely lunch or drop everything on a sunny
day to enjoy a picnic of local produce.
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ur farmers and producers appreciate
authenticity and are keen to shout
about food and drink as part of the
Vale’s cultural heritage. Businesses like
Slade Farm Organics and Glyndwr Vineyard
are quite rightly proud of their high quality
products and enjoy engaging with visitors.
If you’re seeking real experiences, try a tour
at Glyndwr Vineyard – voted one of the UK’s
Top 5 Vineyard Experiences. Groups can get
a behind-the-scenes look at an organic farm
with a Slade Farm Safari.
Most producers sell at farmers’ markets and
specialist shops, with some selling online
and even delivering to holiday cottages. The
annual Cowbridge Food and Drink Festival
(May) and Vale of Glamorgan Agricultural
Show (August) showcase the very best from
the Vale. Check out all our producers at
www.visitthevale.com.
An innovative bunch, our producers aren’t
limited by tradition. Some concoct novel
flavour combinations – check out Fablas ice
cream, while others expand their business
by diversifying... Llanerch Vineyard has a
bistro and cookery school. Hendrewennol, one
of Wales’ oldest pick-your-own fruit farms,
attracts families to the countryside with
its children’s play area and Maize Maze (in
late summer). Another family favourite is
Warren Mill Farm Park, full of the cutest and
fluffiest creatures!
Take a look at the following pages for details of where to learn new skills at locally
run workshops, including weaving, photography, food foraging and stained glass.
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Instead of rushing here, there and
everywhere, why not choose something
that appeals and get well acquainted
with it – whether it’s a tranquil area or
a new skill. Throughout the year there’s
a changing selection of Slow Tourism
activities across the Vale, including
beach foraging, willow weaving, stained glass
workshops, tours and coastal photography on foot or from a horse drawn carriage.
All are led by enthusiasts with the right
combination of technical know-how
and passion for their patch of the Vale.
Browse the latest offerings at
Create a memento in stained glass that captu
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Enjoy walking along
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At Llantwit Major in around 500 AD St. Illtud founded
what is believed to be Britain’s oldest seat of learning. The
monastic school had over 1,000 pupils including, according
to history, St. David, patron saint of Wales, and St. Patrick,
patron saint of Ireland. From here missionaries travelled
throughout the Celtic world spreading Christianity.
Built in the 11th century, the current St. Illtud’s church was
described by John Wesley as ‘the most beautiful church
in Wales’. Its Galilee Chapel was recently reconstructed to
form a visitor centre which explores the origins of Celtic
Christianity and houses the most important collection of
Celtic Christian crosses in the UK.
You may also like:
to find out more about churches, pilgrimages
and trails at www.ctnw.co.uk
Mr. Iolo Morgannwg
Two circular walking trails around Cowbridge (4.7 & 6.5 miles) follow the footsteps of one
of the Vale of Glamorgan’s most colourful characters, Iolo Morgannwg (1747-1826). Visit our
Cowbridge page at www.visitthevale.com to download a copy.
Born Edward Williams, this prolific poet was better known by his bardic name and wrote
tirelessly – in both Welsh and English – about his beloved Vale of Glamorgan. A splendid
literary forger, poems which he attributed to the 14th century poet Dafydd ap Gwilym were
not discovered to be forgeries until the 20th century. Part of Iolo’s legacy is the Gorsedd of
the Bards - an integral part of the National
Eisteddfod of Wales, the country’s largest
cultural festival.
Populated since Prehistoric times,
the Vale has a rich folklore, dozens of
historic sites and some interesting
characters - not all of them saints!
You may also like:
The Vale of Glamorgan Walking Festival
each May-June with plenty of FREE
themed guided walks. For information
on walking www.visitthevale.com
Mr. Neo Lithic
6,000 years ago Neolithic man lived in the village of Tinkinswood,
near St. Nicholas. Today there remains a burial chamber that is over
1,000 years older than Stonehenge! Just as impressive is the size
of this stone structure; the capstone measures 8 metres by
4 metres and weighs almost 36 tonnes - the same as an articulated
lorry. Excavations in 1914 revealed the bones of over 50 individuals.
You may also like:
St. Lythans burial chamber, near St. Nicholas;
Dunraven Castle hillfort, Southerndown.
Colonel Philip Jones
Fonmon Castle, near Barry, is one of the few medieval castles which
is still a home. It was purchased during the English Civil War by
Colonel Philip Jones, one of Oliver Cromwell’s right-hand men, and
is still lived in by his descendants today. Sir Brooke Boothby and his
family open their beautiful home and extensive grounds to visitors
every Tuesday and Wednesday from April to September, and host
major events throughout the year including the Vale of Glamorgan
Show in August.
You may also like:
Dyffryn House and Gardens, St Nicholas
Mr. William Randolph Hearst
American newspaper publisher William Randolph Hearst bought and
renovated 12th century St Donats Castle in the 1920s. Guests at
his lavish parties at the castle included Charlie Chaplin, Douglas
Fairbanks and John F. Kennedy. Since 1962 it has been home to UWC
Atlantic College and opens its doors for visitor tours on selected
dates. Within the grounds is St Donats Arts Centre which presents
a lively year-round programme.
You may also like:
Memo Arts Centre, Barry and Ffotogallery at Turner House, Penarth
A tale o� two towns
Some say good
things come in
small packages.
In the case of Cowbridge
and Llantwit Major, we
know this old cliché is true.
Cowbridge
In a nutshell
Called Y Bont-faen (the stone bridge) in Welsh, this understated
historic market town that has become one of Wales’ most
fashionable places to see and be seen.
History
Originally a Roman settlement, it is one of very few medieval walled
towns in Wales; the South Gate and portions of the walls are still
standing. Discover more at the Museum in the Town Hall. You’ll get a
great view of Cowbridge from the 14th century St. Quentins Castle,
½ mile south of the town, and a couple of miles away is a ruined
medieval fortified manor house Old Beaupre Castle. Visit both sites
when you follow the Iolo Morgannwg Trail, download it from
Shopping, eating & drinking
The town boasts dozens of predominantly independent boutiques and
restaurants. Some are spread along the high street, others are in
the arcades at Mason’s Yard and Verity’s Court - where you’ll find the
Old Wool Barn art and craft workshops.
Relaxing
Right in the centre of Cowbridge are two delightful spaces: Old Hall
Gardens and Cowbridge Physic Garden. All the plants in the Physic
Garden were to be found in Britain before 1800 and are grouped
together according to their uses for cooking, healing and dyeing
fabric and wool.
Where?
Inland. Just off the A48. Map ref E3
Llantwit Major
In a nutshell
The larger of the two towns, it has developed quietly while
retaining its meandering medieval streets and fine stone buildings.
It’s intentionally unassuming, yet with unrivalled provenance as the
most important early Christian settlement in Wales, founded by
St. Illtud.
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History
The town exudes history: Iron Age hill forts, fine Tudor buildings,
a Roman villa and a medieval grange. St. Illtud established a church
and place of learning here in 500AD. The imposing 11th century
church now standing on this site has been called the Westminster
Abbey of Wales and contains the UK’s finest collection of Celtic
carved stones.
Shopping, eating & drinking
In the maze of narrow streets you’ll discover independent shops,
friendly cafés and historic inns including the 12th century
Old Swan Inn.
Relaxing
Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the town following the Blue Plaque
trail which takes in 13 noteworthy buildings. A couple of miles
outside the town is St. Donats Arts Centre, housed in the
medieval Tythe Barn in the grounds of UWC Atlantic College, an
international boarding school for students from over 90 countries.
Expect a top-notch programme of music, theatre, dance, film and
exhibitions, including the biennial Wales International Storytelling
Festival - Beyond the Border. A short drive takes you to Llantwit
Major’s beach, Cwm Colhugh, where there’s a café, great rock pools
and easy access to the Wales Coast Path.
Where?
Near the coast. Plenty of free parking. Railway station on the line
between Cardiff and Bridgend. Map ref D5
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Your watch
Revert to your natural clock. Get up when you fancy. Look
out the window to see what the weather’s doing and take
it from there.
Your sofa, the Discovery channel
and the same four walls
Our great outdoors, especially when viewed from the back
of a horse and you still get to sit down! Liege Manor
Equestrian Centre, Ogmore Farm Riding Centre and St Brides
Major Riding & Trekking Centre will be able to help you.
This is run of the mill.
This can wait. Be put on hold.
It will still be there when you get back.
This is out of the ordinary.
It’s an opportunity not to be missed.
This is for you. Right now.
Hair straighteners
Go ‘au naturel’ for a change. Best ‘wind in the hair’
activities are cliff-top walks and surfing (if you don’t
mind your hair getting windy AND wet). Southerndown
Surf School will help – all you need is a towel.
The morning commute
It’s easy to slow down in the Vale. On a horse-drawn
carriage ride or bespoke chauffeur driven car tour
you’ll have time to appreciate things.
Company car
Indulge your need for speed safely at the South Wales
Karting Centre near Llantwit Major. Believe us, 45 mph
feels very fast when you’re only inches from the tarmac.
At home
In the Vale
Games consoles
Do some real (not virtual) running around for a changeit’s far more exhilarating. Outdoors try Taskforce Paintball
or Laser Tag, and indoors there’s Quasar.
Your hectic lifestyle and how
to deal with it
Get a grip on your golf clubs instead. At the Vale Resort
golfers will be in the lap of luxury with two championship
golf courses and a state-of-the-art golf coaching academy.
Our nine other golf courses should keep you occupied but
if you fancy playing St Andrews or Pebble Beach, head for
the golf simulators at Cottrell Park Golf Resort.
www.valegolfbreaks.com
Sessions on that exercise bike
in the gym
On a mountain bike it’s not just your legs that are moving,
it’s the scenery. Ask Capital Adventure Wales and they’ll
show you the best views, or the shortest climbs, or even
the mainly downhill bits.
50 inch plasma TV
No multiplex cinemas here, just distinctive venues
from art centres, to village halls, cinemas by the sea
and an open air cinema. Some with popcorn. All with
a genuine welcome.
The good old internet
May we suggest some other types of nets for you to
try: landing nets come in very handy at Dyffryn Springs
Fishery, Hazel Court Ponds, Seven Oaks Fishery, Warren
Mill Farm Fishery. Barry Island has volleyball nets on the
beach throughout the summer, and they’re free to use!
A tight budget
Walking’s free. Try our spectacular section of the
Wales Coast Path or download walking routes from
www.valeways.org.uk. Even the annual walking festival
offers free guided walks.
list of attractions
For even more ideas there’s a full
and activities on pages 43 - 53.
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Penarth and surrounding area
Hotels, Inns, Guest Houses & B&Bs
Hickman Lodge HHHH
17 Hickman Road, Penarth, CF64 2AJ
Tel 029 2070 1044
www.hickmanlodge.co.uk
Brecon Lodge B&B
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6 Kymin Terrace, Penarth, CF64 1WW
Tel 029 2070 2111
www.breconlodge.co.uk
Glendale Hotel HH
8-10 Plymouth Rd, Penarth, CF64 3DH
Tel 029 2070 8302 www.glendalehotel.co.uk
Alandale Guest House
HH
17 Plymouth Rd, Penarth, CF64 3DA
Tel 029 2070 9226 www.alandaleguesthouse.co.uk
Accommodation
The Calm Nest at Rose Cottage
Westra, Dinas Powys CF64 4HA
Tel 07715 624893
Self Catering & Bunk Houses
Marconi Holiday Village Lavernock Point, Fort Road, Penarth, CF64 5XQ
Tel 029 2070 7310 www.lavernockpoint.com
The Bay Caravan Park (Chalet Hire) St Mary’s Well Bay, Penarth CF64 5XS
Tel 029 2070 7512 www.thebaycaravanpark.com
Barry and surrounding area
The Pier Hotel HH
The Esplanade, Penarth, CF64 3AU
Tel 029 2032 9549 www.thepierhotelandcafebar.co.uk
Mount Sorrel Hotel HHH
Porthkerry Rd, Barry, CF62 7XY
Tel 01446 740069 www.mountsorrelhotel.com
The Manor House Hotel & Restaurant
Sully Road, Nr Penarth, CF64 2TQ
Tel 029 2070 9309 www.manorhousehotelpenarth.co.uk
New Farm B&B
HHH
Port Rd West, Barry, CF62 3BT
Tel 01446 735536
www.newfarmbarry.co.uk
Cefn Mably Hotel
1 Lavernock Road, Penarth, CF64 3NW
Tel 029 2070 6473 www.cefnmablyhotel.co.uk
Owl Manor Guest House
29, Plymouth Road, Barry Island, CF62 5TY
Tel 01446 621909 www.visitthevale.com 37
Sutton Mawr Farm
Weycock Road, nr Barry, CF62 3AA
Tel 07971 865963
www.suttonmawrfarm.co.uk
rated
Express by Holiday Inn
Cardiff Airport, Port Road, Rhoose, nr Barry, CF62 3BT
Tel 01446 711117 www.hiexcardiffairport.co.uk
Premier Inn Barry Island rated
The Waterfront, Hood Road, Barry, CF62 5QN
Tel 0871 527 9370
www.premierinn.com
Premier Inn Cardiff West
rated
Port Road, Wenvoe, nr Barry, CF5 6DD
Tel 0871 527 8204 www.premierinn.com
Travel Lodge, Cardiff Airport Hotel
Port Road, Rhoose, CF62 3BA
Tel 0871 559 1812 www.travelodge.co.uk
Acorns Guest House
17 Romilly Road, Barry, CF62 6AZ
Tel 01446 743238
Aberthaw House Hotel
Porthkerry Road, Barry, CF62 7AX
Tel 01446 737314 www.aberthawhousehotel.org.uk
Tadross Hotel
271 Holton Road,Barry, CF63 4HT
Tel 01446 701800
Eastcote Guest House
30 Clifton Street, Barry, CF62 7RG
Tel 01446 739619 or 07747 750298
Sky Plaza Hotel
Rhoose, CF62 3BT
Tel 01446 710787
www.skyplazahotels.co.uk
Highlight Cottages, Highlight Farm HHHHH
Highlight Lane, Barry, CF62 8AA
Tel 01446 749712
www.highlightcottages.com
Llanvithyn Cottage HHHH
Llancarfan, Nr Barry, CF62 3AT
Tel 01446 781100
www.stayinginwales.com
Sutton Mawr Farm Cottage & Railway Carriage
Weycock Road, nr Barry, CF62 3AA
Tel 07971 865963
www.suttonmawrfarm.co.uk
Caravan & Camping
Vale Touring Caravan Park
Port Road West, Barry CF62 3BT
Tel 01446 719311
Llantwit Major & Heritage Coast
The Granary at Y Felin Fach HHHHH
Monknash, CF71 7QQ
Tel 01656 890399
www.granarymonknash.com
Limpert Bay Guest House
HHHH
The Leys, Gileston, nr Llantwit Major, CF62 4HX
Tel 01446 751073 or 07881 803380
www.limpertbay.co.uk
Ewenny Woods Bed & Breakfast
The Trip, Ewenny CF35 5BZ
Tel 01656 766421 or 07803 546210
www.ewennywoods.co.uk
HHHH
Ewenny Farm Guest House HHHH
St Brides Road, Ewenny CF35 5AX
Tel 01656 658438 www.ewennyfarm-guesthouse.co.uk
HHH
West House Country Hotel
West Street, Llantwit Major, CF61 1SP
www.westhouse-hotel.co.uk
Tel 01446 792406
Clemenstone House Wick, Nr Llantwit Major CF71 7PZ
Tel 01656 890547
www.clemestonehouse.com
Penuchadre Farm Wick Road, St Brides Major, CF32 0TE
Tel 01656 880313
The Old Carpenters Arms
Broughton, Nr Llantwit Major, CF71 7QR
Tel 01656 890333 or 07702 193955
www.theoldcarpentersarms.co.uk
New Court B&B
Cowbridge Road, Llantwit Major, CF61 2YS
Tel 01446 794368
Oast House Lodge
East Street, Llantwit Major, CF61 1XY
Tel 01446 792240
Flanders Barn B&B
Flanders Road, Llantwit Major, CF61 1RL
www.flandersbarn.co.uk
Tel 01446 794711
Fossil Cottage HHHHH
c/o Tenby House, Marcross,
nr Llantwit Major, CF61 1ZG
Tel 01656 890449 www.fossilcottage.co.uk
The Wagon House
HHHH
Village House, Marcross,
nr Llantwit Major, CF61 1ZG
Tel 01656 890218 www.wagonhouse.co.uk
Dormy Coach House
HHHH
Ogmore Road, Ogmore-by-Sea, CF32 0QP
Tel 01656 880410
www.dormycoachhouse.co.uk
Oak Lodge
HHHH
Woodside Hamlet, Llantwit Major, CF61 4BD
Tel 01446 750974
www.oaklodgellantwit.co.uk
The Old Stable
HHHH
c/o Great House, Southerndown, CF32 0RW
Tel 01656 880625 1. Little West Bungalows HHHH
Southerndown, CF32 0PY
Tel 01686 628200 www.wales-holidays.co.uk
Slade Holiday Cottages HHHH
Slade Cottage, Southerndown, CF32 0RP
Tel 01656 880048 www.sladeholidaycottages.co.uk
Old Star Cottage HHHH
Ogmore-by-Sea, CF32 0PY
www.wales-holidays.co.uk
Tel 01686 628200 Lougher Moor Country Cottages Awaiting Grading
Morfa Lane, Llantwit Major, CF61 2YT
www.loughermoor.co.uk
Tel 01446 796988
Glanhafren Southerndown, CF32 ORN
Tel 01686 628200
Sutton Barns
Llandow, Nr Llantwit Major, CF71 7PA
Tel 01656 890661 or 07976 676895
www.holidaycottages.co.uk
Old White Hart Inn
Wine Street, Llantwit Major, CF61 1RZ
www.oldwhitehart.com
Tel: 01446 796809
Farmers Barns
Rosedew Farm, Beach Road,
Llantwit Major, CF61 1PZ
Tel 01446 793002
www.farmersbarns.co.uk
The Barn B&B
Lower Monkton Farm, Broughton,
Nr Llantwit Major, CF71 7QR
Tel 01656 890149 www.thebarnlowermonkton.co.uk
The Hay Loft
Gileston, CF62 4HX
Tel 01446 750687 www.thehayloft.info
Nash Point Lighthouse Retreats
Marcross, Nr Llantwit Major, CF61 1ZH
Tel 01386 701177
www.ruralretreats.co.uk
Twmpath Cottages
Wick, CF71 7QE
Tel 01656 890309
The Coach House
Gileston Manor, Gileston CF62 4HX
Tel 01446 754029 or 07967 170201
www.gilestoncoachhouse.co.uk
Tregwynt Holiday Barn
Glan y Mor Farm, Wick, CF71 7QP
Tel 01446 795240 or 01656 890733
www.valecottages.com
Caravan & Camping
Happy Jakes Touring HHHH
Caravan & Camping
1, New Barn Holdings, Flemingston, CF62 4QL.
Tel 01446 750174
www.happyjakes.co.uk
Heritage Coast Campsite HHHH
Monknash, CF71 7QQ
Tel 01656 890399 www.heritagecoastcampsite.com
Acorn Camping & Caravan Park AA 3 star
(Tents caravan pitches only)
Ham Lane South, Llantwit Major, CF61 1RP
Tel 01446 794024
www.acorncamping.co.uk
Pool Farm Campsite *
St Brides Major, CF32 0SE
Tel 01656 881675 www.perfectpitchcamping.co.uk
Three Golden Cups Campsite *
Southerndown, CF32 0RW
Tel 01656 880432 www.perfectpitchcamping.co.uk
Lougher Moor Campsite * Morfa Lane, Llantwit Major, CF61 2YT
Tel 01446 796988 www.loughermoor.co.uk
Sawyer’s Wood Campsite *
Dimlands Road, St Donats, CF61 1ZB
Tel 07837 694193 or 07759 293496
www.perfectpitchcamping.co.uk
*Seasonal campsite, open 28 days only.
Please call campsite to check opening dates.
The Three Horseshoes
HHHH
Moulton, CF62 3AB
Tel 01446 710428
www.3horseshoespub.com
Copthorne Hotel Copthorne Way, Culverhouse Cross, CF5 6DH
Tel 029 2059 9100 www.milleniumhotels.com
The Old Barn
The Croft, Penmark, CF62 3BP
Tel 01446 711352
www.theoldbarnbedandbreakfast.co.uk
Cowbridge & Vale Countryside
HHH
St Mary’s Hotel & Golf Club
HHH
St Mary’s Hill, Pencoed, CF35 5EA
Tel 01656 861100
www.stmaryshotel.com
Springfield Court Apartments
HHHHH
Springfield Court, Peterson-Super-Ely, CF5 6LG
Tel 01446 760012 or 07872 965395
www.springfieldcourtapartments.weebly.com
Moorshead Farm
Sigingstone, nr Cowbridge, CF71 7LP
Tel 01446 773261
www.moorsheadfarm.com
Vale Resort Hotel, Golf and Spa
HHHH
Hensol Park, Hensol, CF72 8JY
Tel 01443 667800 www.vale-hotel.com
Glyndwr Vineyard
Llanblethian, Cowbridge, CF71 7JF
Tel 01446 774564
www.glyndwrvineyard.co.uk
Bryn-y-Ddafad Country Guest House HHHH
Welsh St Donats, nr Cowbridge, CF71 7ST
Tel 01446 774451
www.bydd.co.uk
Sheepleys B&B
Llandow, Nr Cowbridge, CF71 7PA
Tel 01446 776228
www.sheepleys.co.uk
The Victoria Inn
HHHH
Tel 01446 773943 www.victoriainnsigingstone.co.uk
Plas Llanmihangel
Cowbridge, CF71 7LQ
Tel 01446 774610
HHHH
Fox & Hounds
HHHH
Llancarfan, CF62 3AD
Tel 01446 781287 www.foxandhoundsllancarfan.co.uk
Plas Hen Country Guest House
HHHH
Heol –Y- March, Bonvilston, CF5 6TS
Tel 01446 781345
www.plashen.co.uk
Apartments at HHHH & HHHHH
Crossways Manor
Cowbridge, CF71 7LJ
Tel 01446 773171 or 07766 102526
www.crosswayshouse.co.uk
Deer View
Bonvilston, CF5 6TQ
Tel 01446 781477
The Green Dragon
Llancadle, Nr Barry, CF62 3AQ
Tel 01446 750838 www.thegreendragonllancadle.com
Warren Mill Farm
Pendoylan, nr Cowbridge, CF71 7UJ
Tel 01446 781274 or 07826 847064
www.warrenmillfarm.co.uk
Little Barn Holiday Cottage
HHHHH
Little Barn at Forge Cottage, Welsh St Donats,
nr Cowbridge, CF71 7SS
Tel 01446 773405
www.littlebarn.co.uk
The Bear Hotel
HHH
High Street, Cowbridge, CF71 7AF
Tel 01446 774814
www.bearhotel.com
Llanerch Vineyard
HHHHH
Hensol Road, Pontyclun, CF72 8GG
Tel 01443 222716
www.llanerch-vineyard.co.uk
Clawdd Coch
HHHH
Clawdd Coch, Pendoylan, nr Cowbridge, CF71 7UP
Tel 01446 760645
www.clawddcoch-guesthouse.co.uk
www.plasllanmihangel.co.uk
HHHHH
May Tree Cottage
Llysworney, Cowbridge, CF71 7NQ
Tel 01446 772322 or 07813 960208
www.maytree-cottage.co.uk
HHHH
Vale Holiday Homes Ltd, HHHH
Self Catering Cottages
Llwyn Nwydog Farm, Cowbridge Road,
Talygarn Nr Pontyclun, CF72 9JU
Tel 01446 774144
www.valeholidayhomes.co.uk
Parc Coed Machen Country Cottages HHHH
Heol St-y-Nyll, St Brides Super Ely, CF5 6EZ
Tel 01446 760684 or 01446 760612
www.parccoedmachen.co.uk
Y Bwthyn Bach
Bryn-y-Ddafad, Welsh St Donats,
nr Cowbridge, CF71 7ST
Tel 01446 774451
Treguff Farm Cottages
Treguff Farm, St Mary Church,
nr Cowbridge, CF71 7UE
Tel 01446 751342
HHHH
The Old Stables
HHHH
Coxen Lane, Cowbridge, CF71 7EP
Tel 01446 774568 www.theoldstablescowbridge.com
Pen-Fistla Barns
HHHH
Penllyn, nr Cowbridge, CF71 7RQ
Tel 01446 774007
www.penfistla.com
Holly Cottage at Heol Las Farm
Llangan, Nr Cowbridge, CF35 5DN
Tel 01656 858786 or 07875 515227
www.valeholidaycottage.com
HHHH
Stockwood Mews Apartments HHHH
& Cottage at The Bear Hotel
Cowbridge, CF71 7AF
www.bearhotel.com
Tel 01446 774814
The Barn at the Grove
HHHH
Sutton Road, Llandow, nr Cowbridge, CF71 7PA
Tel 01686 628200
Hafod Lodge
HHH
Hensol Castle, Hensol, Pendoylan, CF72 8JX
Tel 01443 228885
www.fore-corners.co.uk
HHH
Duffryn Mawr Cottages
Duffryn Mawr Farmhouse, Pendoylan, CF71 7UP
Tel 07746 946118 or 01446 760851
www.duffrynmawrcottages.com
Hamston Pond Cottage
Great Hamston Farm, Dyffryn,
St Nicholas, CF5 6SU
Tel 029 2059 7925
Moorshead Farm Cottages
www.moorsheadfarm.com
Tel 01446 773261
www.bydd.co.uk
HHH & HHHH
www.treguff.co.uk
The Granary Fishweir Farm, St Mary Church, CF71 7LT
Tel 029 2022 7477 or 01446 774223
www.fishweir.co.uk
HHHH
Redland Farm Cottages
Redland Farm, Bonvilston, CF5 6TQ
Tel 01446 781462 or 07977 696520
www.redlandfarm.co.uk
HHHH
Llwynhelig House
Cowbridge CF71 7FF
Tel 01446 774741
Hilton Lodge
Colwinston, CF71 7NJ
Tel 01446 774360
Caravan & Camping
www.llwynhelighouse.com
Listed
www.hiltonlodge.com
Highfield Farm Holiday Cottages
Colwinston, CF71 7NL
Tel 01656 654759
Llandow Touring Caravan & Camping HHHH
Llandow, Cowbridge, CF71 7PB
Tel 01446 794527 www.llandowcaravanpark.com
Picket Pods
(wooden camping pods)
Picket Farm, Llandow, CF71 7PX
Tel 01656 890257
www.picketpods.co.uk
Windmill Farm Cottages
Windmill Farm, Llansannor, nr Cowbridge, CF71 7TF
Tel 01446 772470
www.windmillfarm.co.uk
Glyndwr Vineyard
Llanblethian, Cowbridge, CF71 7JF
Tel 01446 774564
www.glyndwrvineyard.co.uk
The Old Wine House
54 High Street, Cowbridge, CF71 7AH
Tel 07584 672352
www.theoldwinehouse.co.uk
The Stables Apartments
St Hilary, Cowbridge, CF71 7DP
Tel 01446 774040 www.stables-apartments.co.uk
Marsyd Bungalows
St Lythans, Nr Cowbridge, CF5 6BQ
Tel 07970 591133
Key
Hunting for ideas for a family day out?
Planning a romantic break? Looking for a
relaxing holiday? Browse through the fantastic
range of things to do in the Vale.
The attractions are grouped geographically and
each attraction’s map reference is colour-coded:
Activities & Adventures
Arts, Crafts & Entertainment
Boat Trips
Country Parks & Gardens
Family Fun
Garden Centres
History & Heritage
Tours & Trips
Vineyards
Cowbridge Cabins (Bunk House style)
Cowbridge, CF71 7FF
Tel 01239 758040
www.cowbridgecabins.co.uk
Llanquian Farm Cottages
Aberthin, Cowbridge, CF71 7HE
Tel 01446 772484
www.llanquian-farm-holidays.co.uk
Attractions
Toilets
Disabled Toilet
Baby Changing
Dogs welcome on lead
Café
Restaurant
Highchair
Bottle Warming
Children’s Meals
Shop
Parking
Wet Weather attraction
Groups welcome
Disabled Access
Lift
* Seasonal campsite, open 28 days a year only.
Please call campsite to check opening dates.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy
in this brochure, the publishers can accept no liability
whatsoever for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions,
or for any matter in any way connected with or arising
out of the publication of this information.
Gradings as at July 2014.
Ewenny Priory
C3
Ewenny Garden Centre & Metal Zoo
B3
Ewenny CF35 5BW
T CADW 01443 336000 Www.cadw.wales.gov.uk
Ewenny Road, Ewenny CF35 5AD
T 01656 663388 Www.ewennygardencentre.co.uk
Impressive Norman monastic church within a fortified
perimeter wall. It was founded for Benedictine monks of
Gloucester Abbey by Maurice de Londres in 1141. The
presbytery and transepts are in Cadw’s care. Some areas are
suitable for wheelchair users. Limited parking.
Flowers, plants, gardening equipment, coffee shop and
metal zoo. Events held throughout the year.
Admission Free
Opening Times All
year 10am to 4pm Daily
(last admission 30 mins before closing)
Admission Free
Opening Times Winter 9am to 5.30pm Mon to Sat,
Sun 10.30am to 4.30pm
Summer 9am to 6pm Mon to Sat,
Sun 10.30am to 4.30pm
Free
Sadie & Franks Play Centre
B3
Ogmore Farm Riding Centre
B3
Ogmore-by-Sea, CF35 5BP
T 01656 647173
Ogmore-by-Sea CF32 0QP
T 01656 880856 Www.rideonthebeach.co.uk
Children’s indoor play centre. There is a large play area for
older children, a separate area for toddlers and a space for
reading, role play and imaginative thinking.
Groups are welcome by arrangement.
Pony trekking and beach riding for all ages and abilities
including novices. Groups are welcome by arrangement.
Admission Pay your age £1 for 1 years • £2 for 2 years etc
• Age 5+ £4.50
Opening Times All year Mon to Sat 9.30am to 5.30pm
Last entry 4pm
The Barn at Ogmore, Craft and Antique Centre
B4
Uniquely located on the beautiful Glamorgan Heritage
Coast, the walled gardens provide a safe haven for visitors to
Dunraven Bay when weather or the tide limits use of the beach.
The Heritage Coast Visitor Centre is home of the Heritage
Coast Rangers and is well worth a visit to find out more
about the coast. Parking £3 per car.
Admission 1 hour trek £25 • 2 hour trek £40
Opening Times 2 hr trek at 10.30am and 1pm
1 hr trek at 3pm
Admission Free
Opening Times G
ardens open all year 9am to 4pm.
Please check opening of visitor centre in
advance as wardens may be working on
the coast.
Free
B3
Slade Farm Organics and Safari
B4
Wick Road, St Brides Major CF32 0TE
T 01656 880048 Www.sladefarmorganics.com
Dunraven Park, Southerndown CF32 0RP
T 01656 880157 (Heritage Coast Visitor Centre)
Sun 9.30am to 4pm Last entry 2.30pm
Free
Dunraven Gardens and
Heritage Coast Visitor Centre
During your Slade Farm Safari you’ll learn about what goes
on at Slade Farm on a day to day basis. You’ll find out about
the seasons and the lives of the animals from birth, see how
wheat is made into Organic Bread and how it helps the birds
and you’ll also get up close and personal with the many
animals who live down at Slade Farm. You will also take in
the views of the stunning, award winning Heritage Coastline
during your 1 hour safari. What’s more you’ll be able to call
into the farm shop to buy award winning meats.
Opening Times Mon & Tues Closed
Wed & Sun 10am to 5pm
Thurs, Fri & Sat 10am to 6pm
Free
The Barn at West Farm
B4
St Brides Riding and Trekking Centre
B4
Nash Point Lighthouse Visitor Centre
C5
Ogmore Road, Ogmore-by-Sea CF32 0QP
T 01656 651478 Www.happydaysatthebarn.co.uk
West Farm, Southerndown, CF32 0PY
T 01656 880465 Www.barnatwestfarm.com
Enfys Farm, Farmers Arms Lane, St Brides Major CF32 0SE
T 01656 880000 or 07980 278661 Www.valeriding.co.uk
Marcross, Nr Llantwit Major CF61 1ZH
T 07850 047721 Www.nashpoint.co.uk
A 14th Century barn on the Heritage coast with interiors,
collectibles, antiques and vintage.
Luxurious cafe bar with cliff top views across the Bristol
Channel. The venue also boasts two cinema spaces showing
a variety of films. Groups are welcome by arrangement.
A Welsh Riding and Trekking Association approved family
run business offering horse riding lessons for adults and
children aged four and upwards from complete beginners,
nervous riders looking to get back in the saddle or more
experienced riders. Holiday workshops Monday to Friday.
Situated on the magnificent Glamorgan Heritage Coast, visit
the only working lighthouse which is open to visitors within
150 miles. Climb to the top and see the fantastic panoramic
view. Restrictions apply please check in advance. Toilets
and café are seasonal and based in the car park. Groups are
welcome by arrangement. Parking available small charge.
Admission Free
Opening Times Daily 11am to 4pm
(closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day
and New Year’s Day)
Admission Varies for different events
Opening Times D
uring the summer the café is open
Mon to Fri 11am to 6pm,
Sat 11am to 9pm,
Sun 11am to 8pm
Admission Please refer to website
Opening Times A
ll year from 9am
Admission Adults £3.50 • Children under 16 years
accompanied by an adult £1.50 • Family (up to 2 adults & 4
children) £10.00 • Groups please enquire.
Opening Times 1st March to 26th Oct Sat, Sun, Bank
Holidays and Wed during local school holidays 2pm to
5.30pm last entrance at 5pm
Events/cinema please ring or
refer to website.
Free
Ogmore Castle
Free
B3
Southerndown Surf School
Free
B4
Vale Carriages - Horsedrawn Coastal Tours
B4
St Donats Castle
C5
Ogmore-by-Sea, CF32 0QP
Courses run at Dunraven Park, Southerndown CF32 0RP
T 07964 985404 Www.southerndownsurfschool.co.uk
T 01656 880808 or 07973 955110
Www.valecarriages.co.uk
St Donats, Nr Llantwit Major CF61 1WF
T 01446 799100 Www.stdonats.com
Substantial remains of a Norman stone-built castle which
stands alongside the River Ogmore.
Surfing lessons and equipment hire, from half-day lessons,
weekend courses and one to one instruction for adults
and children. Parking is £3 per car. Groups are welcome by
arrangement.
Horsedrawn carriage rides for those people who wish to
tour the Vale of Glamorgan in a private carriage in small
groups with their own personal tour guide. Groups up to
four are welcome.
Admission £ 30 per person
£25 under 16 years for 2 1⁄2 hours
Opening Times All year. Times of class allocated
at booking.
Alternatively, why not combine a tour with a unique
photography tuition experience capturing images
along the way.
Come take a sneak peak at this remarkable castle, once the
home of newspaper magnate, William Randolph Hearst and
his Hollywood guests. Enjoy dazzling sea views and beautiful
Tudor Gardens. Only open on a few select dates during the
summer.
Admission Free
Opening Times All year 10am to 4pm
Closed 24, 25, 26 Dec and 1st Jan
Free
Admission Prices based on 2 people £150 excluding lunch
• Up to 4 £200 • Shorter tours up to 4 people £100
Opening Times A
ll year 9am to 5pm
Individual and group bookings welcome. Booking essential.
Admission £7 adults, £5.50 concession and £4 children
under 12 years.
Opening Times Limited Tour dates only 4th and 5th June,
9th,10th, 22nd and 24th July all tours commence at 2pm
Free
St Donats Arts Centre
C5
St Donats Castle, St Donats, Llantwit Major CF61 1WF
T 01446 799100 Www.stdonats.com
St Donats Art Centre is set in the outstandlingly beautiful
grounds of St Donats Castle and is a premier cultural centre
in South Wales. From this unique location, the centre
combines the local with the international through a varied
programme of professional arts events and encourages
development of artistic activity in the community by
presenting amateur arts in a professional setting. Only
Assistance dogs are welcome.
Opening Times All year, except 2 weeks at Christmas
Mon-Fri 10am to 4pm
Also evenings and weekends according to
programme
Free
Galilee Chapel
Hazel Court Ponds
D4
St Illtud’s Church, Llantwit Major CF61 1SB
Www.llanilltud.org.uk
At the western end of St Illtud’s Church stands the Galilee
Chapel. Originally a two-storey building, built in the 13th
century, it became a roofless ruin after years of neglect. Over
the last two years, the Galilee Chapel Project has successfully
raised funds to reconstruct the Chapel and bring it back
into use as a visitor centre for exploring the origins of Celtic
Christianity. It houses an exhibition of Celtic crosses and carved
stones - the finest collection outside of the National Museum.
Admission Free
Opening Times O
pen to visitors every day
during daylight hours.
Cowbridge Physic Garden
E3
Church Street, Cowbridge CF71 7BB
Www.cowbridgephysicgarden.org.uk
A complex of 6 lakes catering from the pleasure angler to
the specialist Catfish and Carp anglers with a wide variety of
fish species including Bream, Tench, Golden Tench, Roach
and Rudd. Also on site is a dedicated Catfish lake. All lakes
are available for night fishing.
Wales’ leading venue for art in the environment. Walk the
80 acre woodland sculpture trail, explore eco-lifestyles and
learn about renewable energy.
The garden was originally part of the Old Hall Gardens, laid
out by the Edmondes family in the 18th century. Badly
neglected in the 20th century it was brought back to life
by enthusiastic volunteers and today is a glorious array of
medicinal plants and herbs, typical of physic gardens from
centuries past. Groups are welcome by arrangement.
Admission £ 7 per person a day for 2 rods,
£10 per person per day for 3 rods.
24 hr tickets £15 per person for 2 rods and
£20 per person for 3 rods.
Opening Times 1 st April to 31st October 7am to 8pm
Admission Nominal charge please ring for details
Opening Times 10am until dusk, all year round.
Admission Free
Opening Times O
pen every day except Christmas Day,
10am-4pm in winter and
10am-6pm in summer.
Free
Meadowvale Nursery and Garden Centre
D5
Llantwit Major Road, Llantwit Major CF61 2YS
T 01446 794905
Www.meadowvalenurseryandgardencentre.tel
We grow, source and retail seasonal plants trees and shrubs
to the public and trade. Brambles tea room also open.
Admission Free
Opening Times C
hange with seasons.
Summer 9am to 5pm Mon to Fri
9am to 4pm Sat,
11am to 4pm Sun
Autumn/Winter please check in advance.
Old Beaupre Castle
St Quentin’s Castle
E4
Nr Cowbridge, CF71 7JT T CADW 01443 336000 Www.cadw.wales.gov.uk
Mainly early 14th century remains of a large courtyard
castle, including a massive twin-towered gatehouse.
Admission Free
Opening Times A
ll year 10am to 4pm
Old Wool Barn Craft Centre
E3
Veritys Court, Cowbridge CF71 7AJ
A haven of arts and crafts in the centre of Cowbridge in
an attractive courtyard setting. Cakes, pottery, chocolates,
clothes, gifts, jewellery, cycle hire - you’ll be spoilt
for choice!
Parking and other facilities available in the town.
Admission Free
Opening Times V
aries, individual units.
Free
Free
South Wales Karting Centre
E4
Nr Cowbridge CF71 7DP
T 01446 774084 Www.coedhills.co.uk
Free
D5
Coed Hills Rural Artspace
Llysworney, Nr Cowbridge CF71 7NQ
T 01446 771893 Www.hazelcourtponds.co.uk
E4
Glyndwr Vineyard
Bijou Play Centre
Llandow Trading Estate CF71 7PB
T 01446 795568 Www.swkc.co.uk
Nr Cowbridge, CF71 7LT
Llanblethian, Cowbridge CF71 7JF
T 01446 774564 Www.glyndwrvineyard.co.uk
48a Eastgate, Cowbridge CF71 7AB
T 01446 771190
South Wales Karting Centre is one of the largest, fastest and
most exciting circuits in Wales. Come and race your family,
friends and colleagues at high speed. All racers under age of
18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Minimum
age 8 years and minimum height 54 inches. Groups are
welcome by arrangement.
Old Beaupre Castle is a ruined medieval fortified manor
house located in the community of Llanfair, outside
Cowbridge presently under the care of Cadw. Car park 250
metres from monument (approx. 3 cars). Visitors have to
cross farmland (3 fields), climb over a stone stile and two
kissing gates.
The oldest and largest vineyard in Wales. In a beautiful
setting it produces a range of award-winning wines and has
a stunning B&B and self-catering accommodation. Groups
are welcome by arrangement. Please contact to book tours
and wine tasting.
Exciting play structure plus the Play Station Corner - are
sure to capture the imagination of your youngsters. And
the grown-ups need not feel left out... Bijou Café offers
freshly ground coffee and a selection of healthy snacks and
light meals, complimentary magazines and Wi-Fi.
Admission Please contact for prices.
Opening Times Open all year
Admission U
nder 1’s Free
1-2 years £2.50
2-3 years £3.30
3 year + £4.50
Toddler Tuesday for Under 4’s £1
ues to Sun 10am to 6pm
Opening Times T
Admission Booking required • Ride and drive £20 for
15 minutes, £30 for 30 minutes.
Opening Times Ring for details
Free
D4
E4
Admission Free
Opening Times A
ll year 10am to 4pm
E3
Free
D3
Taskforce Paintball Games
Hendrewennol
The Main A48, Cowbridge CF71 7RQ
T 029 2059 3900 Www.taskforcepaintball.co.uk
Bonvilston CF5 6TS
T 01446 781670 Www.hendrewennol.com
Hendrewennol is a great place to visit for a day out in the
Welsh countryside, as well as to pick fruit. Along with a
coffee area and shop it has a plant nursery, a children’s play
area with bales of hay to jump around and willow domes to
crawl through, and later in the Summer, a new maize map of
Wales will be opening on weekends with trails to follow and
quizzes to crack. Dogs are only welcome in the parking area.
Groups are welcome by arrangement. Please see website for
our seasonal events programme.
Admission Free - Charges for activities/events
Opening Times W
eekends from end of Feb.
Daily 10am to 5pm May to end of Sept.
Seasonal events at Easter and Halloween
South Wales’ premier paintballing and outdoor activity
centre offering an exciting range of activities including
paintballing, laser tag, archery and team building command
tasks. 30 acre site with 12 different game fields/zones.
Games for adults and juniors (low impact kids paintball for
8 years and above).
Admission Junior £22.95 with 200 paintballs
Adults £27.95 with 300 paintballs
Opening Times All Year, 9am to 5pm, Evening by
arrangement during summer
F3
Free
F2
Hensol CF72 8GG
T 01443 222716 Www.llanerch-vineyard.co.uk
Llanerch Vineyard is a working Welsh vineyard located in the
heart of the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan countryside where
you can do self-guided vineyard tours, take cookery classes or
just relax and enjoy a meal in the restaurant or bistro.
Brunch Mon to Sat 10am to Noon
Bistro Mon to Sat 12pm to 9pm
Afternoon Tea Mon to Sat 12pm to 4pm
Fine Dining in the Cariad Restaurant Mon to Sat 6.30pm to 9pm
Sunday Lunch 12pm to 4pm
Admission Self-Guided tours including booklet and wine
tasters £6.50 subject to availability, please ring in advance.
Opening Times S ee above
Free
Sevenoaks Fishery E3
Warren Mill Farm
Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun CF72 9JU
T 01446 622236 Www.sevenoaksfishfarm.co.uk
Pendoylan CF71 7UJ
T 07768 839885 or 01446 781274
Www.warrenmillfarm.co.uk
Located in a beautiful rural setting Sevenoaks Fishery offers
a peaceful, relaxing days fishing. 3 well stocked lakes to suit
people of all ages and abilities. The lakes are fully wheelchair
accessible. Also on site are snacks and soft drinks, small
tackle and bait for sale.
Admission C
oarse £7 day, Fly £14 catch and release.
Prices to take home 2 fish from £16
Opening Times All year (closed Christmas Day and
Boxing Day) 8am until dark
Amelia Trust
G4
Five Mile Lane, Barry CF62 3AS
T 01446 782030 Www.ameliatrust.org.uk
The Amelia Trust is a working farm set in 160 acres of
countryside in the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan. You’ll be
able to see a variety of farm animals and will also have
access to different areas including the many wonderful
woodland walks. Snacks for children are available. Groups
are welcome by arrangement.
Admission No charge for individual members of the
public visiting or parking at the farm; however visitors are
encouraged to put a donation in the boxes on site to help
manage and maintain the facilities. Small charge made for
groups of 12.
Opening Times Summer 10am to 6pm Daily
Winter 10am to 4.30pm
Free
F3
The Farm Park is set in 10 acres of picturesque countryside
with a large selection of animals including tiny guinea pigs,
miniature cattle, rabbits, rare breeds of sheep, ponies,
llamas, alpacas, wallabies, red squirrels and lots more. A
snack bar facility is available.
Admission £3 Adults • £2 Children
Opening Times S ummer 10.30am to 6.30pm
Winter 10.30 to 4pm
Free
Bordervale Plants & Nant-y-deri Garden Llanerch Vineyard
Free
Capital Adventure Wales
Play Barn at Three Horseshoes
T 029 2053 1066 Www.capitaladventurewales.co.uk
Three Horseshoes, Moulton, Barry CF62 3AB
T 01446 710428 Www.3horseshoespub.com
Capital Adventure Wales specialise in conducting a wide
range of outdoor adventures and activities including
mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, roller-skiing, bushcraft,
coaststeering and team building. Booking Essential.
For further information please ring or refer to the website.
Admission Prices depend on activity.
Opening Times All year
The Play Barn is a multi-level indoor adventure play area
with plenty of fun features and an outdoor play fort
including slide. Also on site is the Three Horseshoes pub
with its family friendly restaurant.
Admission Under 18 months £2.95 • Over 18 months £3.95
• Unlimited play and eat £5.75
Opening Times 10am to 7pm Daily
Free
Free
F4
Liege Manor Equestrian Centre
Welsh Hawking Centre
Sandy Lane, Ystradowen CF71 7SX
T 01446 774036 Www.bordervale.co.uk
Pendoylan CF71 7UJ
T 07768 839885 Www.warrenmillfarm.co.uk
Bonvilston CF5 6TQ
T 01446 781648 Www.liegemanor.com
Weycock Road, Barry CF62 3AA
T 01446 734687 Www.welsh-hawking.co.uk
A specialist nursery specialising in unusual and herbaceous
perennials and cottage garden plants. The sheltered garden
of Nant-y-deri features a wooded valley, stream, bog garden
and lawns and has been featured on several gardening
programmes.
The lake is a 41⁄2 acre natural mill pond which is stocked
with a large selection of fish over 40 pegs. Carp, Tench,
Bream, Roach, Rudd and Perch. Manned secure lakeside
parking with disabled access. Also available at the lakeside
are hot and cold food, drinks and toilets. Under 16’s must be
accompanied by a responsible adult.
British Horse Society Accredited riding school, livery yard,
BHS apporved career training centre. Lessons for any ages.
The Café is open on weekends or for special events and will
provide bottle warming. Children’s meals are avaliable for
parties.
At the Welsh Hawking Centre you can get very close to over
200 magnificent birds of prey. These can be photographed
in the mews and at the flying field - plenty to see and do for
all the family.
Admission to Garden £ 3 Adults, Children Free
Opening Times Nursery – 1st March to 28 Sept Fri, Sat,
Sun and Bank Holidays 10am to 5pm
Garden – May onwards,
same time as nursery
E3
The Fishery at Warren Mill Farm
G4
Admission £5 per day
ll year depends on time of year but
Opening Times A
mostly dawn to dusk.
Free
F3
Admission Please refer to website. Booking essential.
Opening Times All Year, Every day except Mondays
Free
G5
Admission Adults £6 • Children £4 • Family £16
Opening Times Throughout the year.
10:30am to 5.00pm except Tuesdays.
Free
Fonmon Castle
F5
Fonmon, Barry CF62 3ZN
T 01446 710206 Www.fonmoncastle.com
Fonmon is one of the few Medieval Castles still lived in as
a home. On the castle tour you will hear of the different
ways of life and see the different styles of living which have
emerged and overlapped as the centuries have passed.
Before or after your tour, enjoy a stroll around the gardens
to see trees from the 19th century, the walled gardens and
watch tower. Only Assistance dogs are welcome. Groups are
welcome by arrangement.
Admission Guided Tour £6 per person • Gardens &
Grounds Free
Opening Times April to September - Tues & Wed only
Guided Tours at 2pm, 3pm & 4pm
Gardens open at noon last entrance 4pm
Dyffryn Gardens, National Trust
H4
Quasar
H6
5 Station Approach Road, Barry Island CF62 5TH
T 01446 421611 Www.barryislandquasar.com
Designed by landscape architect Thomas Mawson, the
gardens feature a stunning collection of garden rooms,
extensive arboretum and a reinstated glasshouse, home to
an impressive collection of cacti and orchids. Dyffryn House
has been restored with several rooms open to the public.
Style Gardens offers a day out for all the family. Aside
from the well stocked garden centre, there’s a coffee shop,
aquatic centre and a large selection of gardening and home
accessories which reflect the seasons.
The specially designed arena allows 2 teams to battle it out
using state of the art laser tag equipment. All players must
be at least 7 years old. Party packages available. Parking is
available nearby, fees are applicable. Groups are welcome by
arrangement.
Admission Adult Gift Aid £8.40 • Standard £7.40 • Child
Gift Aid £4.20 • Standard £3.70 • Family Gift Aid £21.00
• Standard £18.50 • Group Adult (15 or more) £6.25
Opening Times Garden - March 10am to 5pm, April to Sept
10am to 6pm, Oct 10am to 5pm, Nov to Feb 10am to 4pm
House - March 12pm to 4pm Thurs to Sun, April to Oct
12pm to 4pm Mon to Sun
Free
G5
Pugh’s Style Gardens
Port Road, Wenvoe CF5 6AD
T 029 2059 8118 Www.pughsgardencentre.co.uk
Free
Porthkerry Country Park
G4
St Nicholas, CF5 6SU
T 029 2059 3328 Www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dyffryn-gardens
Dyffryn Springs
Admission Free
to 5.30pm Mon to Sat
Opening Times 9am
10.30am to 4.30pm Sun
Admission 1 game £4.50, 2 games £8 booking essential
Opening Times Open all year.
Booking line open daily 9am to 9pm, time slots will be
allocated upon booking
Free
G4
Arts Central
H5
Barry Tourist Railway
H6
Park Road, Barry CF62 3BY
T 01446 733589 Www.visitthevale.com
Dyffryn CF5 6SU
T 029 2059 5929 Www.dyffrynsprings.co.uk
Kings Square, Barry CF63 4RW
T 01446 709805 Www.visitthevale.com
Station Approach Road, Barry Island CF62 5TH
T 01446 748816 Www.barrytouristrailway.co.uk
Porthkerry consists of over 220 acres of woods and
meadowland in a sheltered valley leading to a pebble beach
with spectacular cliffs. There are nature trails, picnic sites, a
café, play area, barbecue areas and mini golf course.
A coarse fishing venue in the heart of the Vale, surrounded
by the beautiful Vale farmland. With six lakes on site there
is fishing to engage all levels of anglers. There are specimen
fish in two of the lakes with Carp to over 30lb and Perch to 6lb.
Admission Entry to the park is free; £2.50 charge for car
parking on Sundays and bank holidays from Easter until the
end of September.
Opening Times Open all year
Admission from £4.50 to £10 a ticket
Opening Times A
ll Year, Tuesday to Sunday 8am to 7pm
or dusk whichever comes first.
Situated in the Town Hall, Barry the exhibition space is a
magnificent place to exhibit, visit and appreciate art. The
gallery is accessible to all and admission to exhibitions
is free. For the current exhibition programme please see
website.
Experience a real-life railway in operation and learn about
the history of railways in Barry and beyond. The Railway is
open on dates throughout the year for families, groups and
rail enthusiasts, offering a fun and enjoyable trip using either
their trains, or one of the regular visiting steam locomotives.
Please refer to website for dates, times and events. Parking
is available nearby, fees are applicable. Groups are welcome
by arrangement.
Admission Free
Opening Times 1 0am to 4pm Mon to Sat
Admission Adults £6 • Children £3.50
Family £14 (2 adults 2 children)
Opening Times Open throughout the year please refer
to website
Free
Tinkinswood Burial Chamber
G4
St Lythans Burial Chamber
Free
G4
Memo Arts Centre
H5
Barry Island Pleasure Park
H6
St Nicholas
St Nicholas
T CADW 01443 336000 Wwww.cadw.wales.gov.uk
Gladstone Road, Barry CF62 8NA
T 01446 738622 Www.memoartscentre.co.uk
Friars Road, Barry Island CF62 5TR
T 01446 732844 Www.barryislandpleasurepark.co.uk
Constructed nearly 6,000 years ago, this Neolithic burial
chamber held the bodies of over 50 individuals. At around
36 tonnes the capstone weighs as much as an articulated
lorry and is one of the largest in Britain.
Known locally as gwal-y-filiast – kennel of the greyhound
bitch - this single stone chamber is all that remains of a
once much larger burial monument. The name may come
from a variant of the Arthurian legend of Culhwch and
Olwen, which appears in two 14th century Welsh texts, but
the site itself is very much older dating from the Neolithic
period, some 5,000 to 6,000 years ago. Single car pull-in
adjacent to entry. Entry through narrow kissing gate from
road, not allowing disabled access or buggies. Walk is 100
metres through farmland.
The Memo manages and presents professional touring
theatre companies, live music, cinema, dance, comedy,
pantomime, theatre-in-education, workshops and hosts
many amateur theatre and community events. Please refer
to the website for event information.
Open during the summer and a minute’s walk from the
beach, Barry Island Pleasure Park has rides for all ages.
Parking is available nearby, fees are applicable.
Admission Free
Opening Times Daily 10am to 4pm
Admission Varies according to the event
Opening Times B
ox Office Mon to Fri 10am to 4pm
Performance times vary
Admission Entry to the park is free,
tokens purchased for rides.
Opening Times End of March to Sept
Weekends during school term 12.30pm
to 8pm weather permitting
Admission Free
Opening Times D
aily 10am to 4pm
Free
Adventure Island Indoor Play
H6
3-10 Esplande Buildings, Friars Road, Barry Island CF62 5TJ
T 01446 733344 Www.adventureislandwales.com
Indoor play centre with giant play frame, bouncy castle
and separate play area for the under 4’s. Parking is available
nearby, fees are applicable.
Admission Under 1 year - Free
Weekdays £3 per person for 11/2 hours
Weekends 1-2yrs £3 • 2-5yrs £4 • 5yrs + £4.95
Adults free
Opening Times 10am to 6pm Daily
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
and Medieval Village
I5
J4
Departs from Penarth Pier
T 0845 130 4647 Www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk
Lavernock Road, Penarth CF64 5UY
T 029 2070 1678 Www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
One of the finest country parks in South Wales, discover
over 100 hectares of lakes, reed beds, woodlands and
meadows. Set within the park is Cosmeston Medieval Village
a superbly reconstructed 14th century village.
Admission Entry is free, guided tours by costumed guides
are available daily. Audio wands also available for hire.
See prices below.
Opening Times Guided tours / Audio wands £3 adults,
children and concessions £2.50,
under 5’s free
Free
Waverley Paddle Steamer
WAVERLEY is the last sea-going paddle steamer in the world.
Magnificently restored with towering funnels, timber decks,
gleaming varnish and brass. Discover the coasts, rivers and
islands of the Bristol Channel on a magical day, afternoon or
evening cruise from Penarth Pier - limited sailing schedule.
Whilst disabled passengers are welcome aboard the ship
not all ports and piers have suitable access. Please call in
advance if there are any queries.
Admission Prices vary depending on cruise,
please ring for details
Opening Times L imited cruises Aug 31st - Sept 7 2014
Cardiff Waterbus (Yellow Boat)
I4
Operates between The Barrage Penarth and
Pier Head Cardiff Bay
T 07940 142409 Www.cardiffwaterbus.com
The one way passage takes about 15 minutes during which
time you will be able to relax and enjoy the sites of the Bay
and be entertained by our skipper’s various unique take on
the Bay! Groups are welcome by arrangement.
Admission Adults £4 return
Children £2 return
1/2 price one way
Opening Times Easter to October
Daily between 11am and 4pm every
40 minutes weather permitting
Free
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
H6
Paget Road, Barry Island CF62 5TQ
T 01446 742517 Www.smugglers-cove.co.uk
Fun for all ages in this Pirate themed adventure golf course.
12 holes of mini golf set in between lakes, waterfalls, rock
gardens and of course the Pirates! Toilets, disabled toilets
and baby changing are available at the main square. Parking
is available nearby, fees are applicable.
Admission Adults
£4 • Under 16/OAPs £3
Family (4 players) £12
Opening Times Open daily from 10am weekends/school
holidays, 12noon off peak weekdays.
Coconuts Play Centre
I5
Penarth Pier Pavilion
J4
The Esplanade, Penarth CF64 3AU
T 029 2071 2100 Www.penarthpavilion.co.uk
Sited on Penarth Pier, the Pavilion is a 1929, art deco styled,
refurbished building. It is a multi-functional space with
cinema, café, retail area, events and exhibition space, plus
meeting and learning rooms. Special family events are held
throughout the year. Limited parking is available on the
Esplanade and Cliff Hill with additional parking available
at Cliff Parade car park.
Admission Cinema £4.50 to £6.50
Opening Times A
ll Year
Closed Christmas Day
10am to 5pm
Cinema - 7pm to 9.30pm
Cardiff Cruises
Ffotogallery
I4
Based in the exquisite Grade I Listed Turner House Gallery,
Ffotogallery shows a wide range of photography and lensbased media exhibitions throughout the year. Please refer to
website for exhibition programme. We regret that currently
only the ground floor of the gallery is wheelchair accessible
and we do not have toilet facilities on this floor.
Admission Free
Opening Times T
ues - Sat 11am to 5pm
Oakwood Bespoke Journeys is the newest personalised
travel company based in Penarth, it’s a unique company,
where professionalism and exemplary service are standard.
Offering a variety of tours and tailored services to suit your
individual requirements.
Explore the Glamorgan Heritage Coast in style, comfort
and luxury, discover hidden beaches, historic towns, secret
gardens and hear tales of pirates and shipwrecks from your
guide Shan. (roof on a of shan)
Please telephone or refer to the website for further
information.
J4
Paget Rooms
I4
Sully Moors Road, Barry CF64 5RP
T 01446 740404 Www.nutsaboutfun.com
Boats depart from Penarth Pier
T 02921 286699 Www.cardiffcruises.com
Victoria Road, Penarth CF64 3EG
T 029 2070 0721 Www.penarthtowncouncil.gov.uk
Kids love to run, play, climb and turn into pirates, monsters
and princesses whilst they scale the mountains and castles
of our climbing frames and swoosh down the mega slide.
Sightseeing boat trips departing from Penarth Pier and
cruising around Flat Holm island. Enjoy the gorgeous views
of Flat Holm island and the surrounding areas while on
board one of our 90 minute trips. Please check the website
for availability due to the weather and tides.
The Paget Rooms, a historic theatre in the heart of Penarth
is a Grade II listed building used for a variety of local and
touring events throughout the year.
Admission All children aged 1-12 - Off Peak Time:
£3.95 (Week day, term time) • Peak Time: £5.50 (Weekends
and school holidays) • Babies (Children under 1) - FREE
on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10am to midday, term time
only • when accompanying full paying child, £1.50 at all
other times • Adults - £1 per adult.
Oakwoods Bespoke Journeys
T 07712 704767 Www.oakwoodsbespokejourneys.co.uk
Plymouth Road, Penarth CF64 3DH
T 029 2070 8870 Www.ffotogallery.org
Admission A
dult £10.50, Concession £7.50, Child £4.00,
Family Ticket £25
Opening Times C
ruises on Saturday & Sunday departing
at 12.30pm and returning 2pm
Admission Prices vary depending on event please ring
for details
Opening Times v ary depending on performances
Opening Times D
aily 10am to 6pm
Bank Holidays 10.30am to 5pm
Free
Planning your visit
Getting around
Bus
www.traveline-cymru.info 0871 200 22 33 (charges apply)
Waterbus between the Barrage at Penarth Marina and
Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay
www.cardiffwaterbus.com 07940 142409
Tourist Information
Look out for Tourist Information Points in attractions and shops
across the Vale. There you’ll find information about the immediate
area so you get the most from your visit. Our local Tourism
Ambassadors, who provide accommodation or run attractions and
activities, will be only too pleased to answer your questions about
where to go and what to do.
Travelling to the Vale
The Vale of Glamorgan lies next to Cardiff on the South Wales coast, with excellent
transport links.
GLASGOW
EDINBURGH
M8
A74
A1(M)
M6
M62
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Car The M4 skirts the northern edge of the Vale.
Junctions 33, 34 and 35 all lead into the Vale.
Coach National Express runs nationwide services to Cardiff, then an easy
change onto local bus services brings you to the Vale.
www.nationalexpress.com 08717 81 81 81
Plane Cardiff Airport is situated right here in the Vale. The frequent
Cardiff Airport Express bus service connects the airport to Cardiff city
centre. Alternatively, take the shuttle bus to Rhoose Cardiff Airport station
and catch a train to Llantwit Major, Barry or Penarth.
www.cardiff-airport.com 01446 711111
Train There are mainline railway stations at Cardiff (to the east) and
Bridgend (to the west). Local stations include Penarth, Dinas Powys, Barry,
Barry Island and Llantwit Major.
www.nationalrail.co.uk 08457 484950 (local call rates apply).
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Vale of Glamorgan Council
Dock Office
Barry
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VALE OF GLAMORGAN
VALE OF GLAMORGAN
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VALE OF GLAMORGAN
BRO MORGANNWG
BRO MORGANNWG

Vale of Glamorgan

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