by Nick Parry | Jan 29, 2020 | Beach, Beauty Spots, Culture, History, Leisure, Parks, Sport, Vale of Glamorgan, Walks
Much loved by the locals and attracting many visitors every year, although officially called Dunraven Bay, it is also often referred to as Southerndown beach taking its name from the nearby village. This beach is a great place to fossil hunt and has some of the best...
by Nick Parry | Jan 29, 2020 | Beach, Beauty Spots, Culture, History, Leisure, Pubs, Restaurants, Shopping, Vale of Glamorgan, Walks
Barry Island has attracted visitors since the 1870’s and the appeal of its golden beaches, cafes and family amusements is stronger than ever. The recently refurbished seafront now offers a sweeping promenade along the entire length of Whitmore Bay beach, against a...
by Nick Parry | Jan 29, 2020 | Beach, Beauty Spots, Culture, History, Leisure, Pubs, Restaurants, Shopping, Vale of Glamorgan, Walks
Just across the water from Cardiff Bay, Penarth is a seaside town full of charm and character. Penarth’s Victorian and Edwardian founders created an elegant resort with fine public buildings and ornate houses. It’s restored Art Deco Pier, complete with art gallery,...
by Nick Parry | Jan 29, 2020 | Beach, Beauty Spots, Culture, History, Leisure, Pubs, Restaurants, Shopping, Vale of Glamorgan, Walks
Llantwit Major (3 miles away) or “Llanilltud Fawr” 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...
by Nick Parry | Jan 29, 2020 | Beach, Beauty Spots, Culture, History, Leisure, Parks, Pubs, Restaurants, Sport, Vale of Glamorgan, Walks
The Glamorgan Heritage Coast stretches for 14 miles, from Aberthaw to Porthcawl with plunging cliffs, secluded coves and breathtaking views it is a must for walkers, cyclists or anyone with a love of the countryside. The whole coastline is fringed with delightful...
by Nick Parry | Jan 29, 2020 | Beach, Beauty Spots, Culture, History, Vale of Glamorgan, Walks
Gileston is a small hamlet in the Vale of Glamorgan with about 60 residents, St Giles church which is the centre of the village and open to visit. Gileston Church is dedicated to St Giles (St Mabon) although it also takes its name from the Giles family who held the...
