Sightseeing
Popular bay for watersports or just sitting on the beach. Has a toilet block close by and in the summer the Yacht club sometimes have a small stall which sells coffee and icecream. This beach is not lifeguard all year.
14 locals recommend
Jackson's Bay
Popular bay for watersports or just sitting on the beach. Has a toilet block close by and in the summer the Yacht club sometimes have a small stall which sells coffee and icecream. This beach is not lifeguard all year.
Popular seaside attraction with it's long sandy beach, many cafes, children's softplay (Adventure Island) and fun fair. At the the end of the costal path is the climbing wall, beach huts (have added the link if you want to see rental rates) and promenade.
In the summer lots of fitness and yoga classes run on the promenade.
This beach is lifguarded.
87 locals recommend
Barry Island
Popular seaside attraction with it's long sandy beach, many cafes, children's softplay (Adventure Island) and fun fair. At the the end of the costal path is the climbing wall, beach huts (have added the link if you want to see rental rates) and promenade.
In the summer lots of fitness and yoga classes run on the promenade.
This beach is lifguarded.
Barry Yacht Club
Barry DockSee more @The Lighthouse on Facebook
The promenade is completely flat and stretches along the length of the Knap pebble beach (not lifguarded). Next to the promenade are the lake gardens which has a couple of cafes (both cafes do great breakfasts and sandwiches, coffee and cakes).
The skate park is here also.
Parking is free at the moment and there is a toilet block in the car park.
Knap Gardens
LakesideThe promenade is completely flat and stretches along the length of the Knap pebble beach (not lifguarded). Next to the promenade are the lake gardens which has a couple of cafes (both cafes do great breakfasts and sandwiches, coffee and cakes).
The skate park is here also.
Parking is free at the moment and there is a toilet block in the car park.
Offers some great circular walks for all walking levels.
Popular walk Pen y Fan has free parking and toilets in the car park. Sometimes have seen a food van there too but recommend preparing a packed.
279 locals recommend
Brecon Beacons
Beacons ParkOffers some great circular walks for all walking levels.
Popular walk Pen y Fan has free parking and toilets in the car park. Sometimes have seen a food van there too but recommend preparing a packed.
There is a small cafe for food and drinks.
If driving be careful on the narrow bumpy roads.
Great stop for cyclists.
15 locals recommend
Nash Point Lighthouse
There is a small cafe for food and drinks.
If driving be careful on the narrow bumpy roads.
Great stop for cyclists.
Where Galstonbarry is hosted.
Has a childrens play park area, toilet block and water station.
Usually tennis courts are available but they are currently being renovated.
7 locals recommend
Romilly Park
Romilly Park RoadWhere Galstonbarry is hosted.
Has a childrens play park area, toilet block and water station.
Usually tennis courts are available but they are currently being renovated.
Porthkerry Country Park
Park RoadChildrens play park
Cafe
Toilets
Pebble Beach
Picnic area
Neighbourhoods
Barry Waterfront
Food Scene
Goodsheds
1 Hood RdPrebooking the food and drink venues recommended.
Academy Espresso Bar
Hood RoadThey have a vegan menu.
Indoor and outdoor seating with fantastic views over Jacksons Bay and the Docks. Very reasonably priced. Recommend for food and/or sundowners. Best to book in advance on Facebook @The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse
Indoor and outdoor seating with fantastic views over Jacksons Bay and the Docks. Very reasonably priced. Recommend for food and/or sundowners. Best to book in advance on Facebook @The Lighthouse
Recommend prebooking. Has vegan options. Accommodates for birthday parties/special occasions.
6 locals recommend
Paletta Pizzeria
82 High StRecommend prebooking. Has vegan options. Accommodates for birthday parties/special occasions.
Usta
1 The ParadeA new Turkish resteraunt on the Parade Gardens. Free on street parking. Prebook.
Shopping
Budding Designs Flower Studio
25 High StreetBeautiful bouquets and unique flower pots.
Every kids dream store. Sells a variety of toys, cards, books and games. Store owner is very welcoming.
Giggles Toys
73 High StreetEvery kids dream store. Sells a variety of toys, cards, books and games. Store owner is very welcoming.
Free parking along High Street.
Gets busy in the summer
Butcher
Bakery
Fruit and veg stall
High Street
High StreetFree parking along High Street.
Gets busy in the summer
Butcher
Bakery
Fruit and veg stall
Traveler advice
Getting around
Barry Island train station is the closest
Arrive at Barry Island train station and the house only a 10 to 15 minute walk away from the station or a very short taxi ride.
Book before you go
Barry Island Beach Huts
https://www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/en/enjoying/Coast-and-Countryside/Barry-Island-Beach-Huts.aspx