Barry tourist information
Barry is the largest town in Glamorgan, known for its traditional British seaside entertainments.
Once an important industrial town and dock, the area known as Barry island (now linked to the mainland) developed as a popular holiday destination from the 19th century onwards due to its fantastic sandy beach, promenade, amusements and fairground rides - such as the Barry Island Pleasure Park. The area has all the ingredients for a great family day out, with further new developments and regeneration projects planned to reinvigorate the waterfront.
The town has a large shopping centre with plenty of amenities and a wide range of attractions, including the Art Central gallery in the impressive town hall building, Porthkerry Country Park and beach, the Welsh Hawking Centre and nearby Fonmon Castle.
The town was also the setting for the BAFTA award winning comedy series Gavin & Stacey which has introduced a new generation to Barry.
Welsh Hawking Centre Weycock Road, Barry, Barry CF62 3AA
Get close to impressive birds of prey. Welsh Hawking Centre information
Amelia Trust Farm Five Mile Lane, Walterston, Barry CF62 3AS
Scenic Welsh farm supporting young people and adults. Amelia Trust Farm information
Fonmon Castle Fonmon, Barry CF62 3ZN
Beautiful Ivy-covered historic house. Fonmon Castle information
Dyffryn Gardens St Nicholas, Barry CF5 6SU
Magnificent gardens of a splendid country house. Dyffryn Gardens information
Art Central Town Hall, King Square, Barry CF63 4RW
Welsh contemporary arts and crafts. Art Central information
Porthkerry Country Park Park Road, Porthkerry, Barry CF62 3BY
220 acres of beautiful parkland leading down to the beach. Porthkerry Country Park information
Barry Island Pleasure Park Friars Road, Barry Island, Barry CF62 5TR
Beachside family funfair. Barry Island Pleasure Park information
Hotels
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Bethwyn Gwyn Barry CF62 3AD MAP Situated in the quiet village of Llancarfan, in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan countryside, The Fox and Hounds hotel offers quality, homemade food, fine ales and free Wi-Fi. The restaurant serves fresh food daily. All the ingredients are locally sour... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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28 Porthkerry Rd Barry CF62 7AX MAP Aberthaw House Hotel is set in the charming West End of Barry, just 10 minutes’ drive from the M4 motorway. It offers full cooked breakfasts, and there is free Wi-Fi available throughout the building. Cardiff city centre is 10 miles from the building. ... More Information and Book ... |
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Waycock Road Barry CF62 3AA MAP Set in the quiet Vale countryside, Sutton Mawr Farm is just 6 miles from Cardiff, 2 miles from Barry beaches and 5 minutes’ drive from Cardiff airport. Plenty of walks can be enjoyed in the surrounding area. Sutton Mawr Farm boasts ground floor rooms w... More Information and Book ... |
Off into Cardiff for some sightseeing after exploring the South Wales coastline.
Towns Near Barry To Visit - straight line distance:
Penarth Tourist Information (4.34 miles) Cardiff Tourist Information (6.18 miles) Flat Holm Tourist Information (6.54 miles) Steep Holm Tourist Information (8.07 miles)
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