Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
Natural beauty
At Cosmeston Lakes Country Park you will find over 90 hectares
of lakes, woodlands and meadows open to the public all year
round.
Village
It the home of the Cosmeston Medieval Village, a Heritage project
that is unique in Britain.
Back to nature
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park is a place to relax, walk
and take a closer look at nature. Why not take the opportunity to
explore the contrasting wildlife areas? Walk along the boardwalk
through tall bulrushes and reed beds or through a fine broad-leaved
woodland seeing a variety of wild flowers.
Wildlife
At quieter moments you may see a variety of birds - including
swans, foxes, grey squirrels and many other animals in their
natural habitat.
Location
Road: Situated 5 miles west of Cardiff. Only 15
mins from M4 junction 33.
The main entrance is on the B4267 Lavernock Road from Sully to
Penarth.
Bus: Contact Travel Line Wales 0871 200 22
33 for local routes.
Rail: Nearest station is Penarth 3 miles. Tel:
08457 484950 for rail information.
Open
The park's open all year.
The visitor centre opens; 10am-6pm April to Sept. and 10am-5pm
Oct. to March.
The cafe opens 10am-5.15pm April to Sept. and 10am-4.15pm Oct.
to March
Other information
Map of Cosmeston - This PDF map shows the
layout of Cosmeston
Lakes & Country Park.
Parking: Large car and coach park.
Charges: Free entry.
Disabled parking: Spaces and toilets available.
Ramp access to visitor centre and café.
Contact
Address: Lavernock Road, Penarth, Vale of
Glamorgan CF64 5UY / Tel: 029 2070 1678
Email: cosmestonlakes@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk