Penarth
Only a few miles from Cardiff, Penarth has been a magnet for
holiday makers and day visitors for more than a century.
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Its Victorian and Edwardian founders created a resort of
great elegance and beauty and their legacy is an attractive,
bustling town of charm and character. With its superb parks,
beautiful seafront gardens, Esplanade and Pier, Penarth is justifiably known as the
Garden By The Sea.
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Where to stay
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Overlooking the Esplanade are the impressive Italian Gardens, while
Windsor Gardens
and Alexandra
Park offer an inviting combination of winding pathways, quiet
corners and landscaped areas. From the Esplanade an attractive
coastal path leads out to Lavernock Point.
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Things to do
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It was from here in 1897 that Marconi sent the first radio
transmission over water to Flat Holm Island and a plaque
recording this historic event is set in the boundary wall of nearby
Lavernock Church. Less than a mile away is the stunning tranquility
of Cosmeston Lakes Country Park.
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Eating out
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The park contains more than 200 acres of lakes, woodland walks
and natural beauty, while Cosmeston Medieval Village - one of the
most exciting heritage projects in South Wales - provides an
enthralling glimpse of 14th century life.
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Shopping
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Find out about the beaches in Penarth and elsewhere
in the Vale.
Penarth Town Trail
One of the best ways to see Penarth and discover more about its
fascinating history is to walk the 3.5 mile route of the
town trail. Download a copy of the Penarth town
trail guide.
Location
Find Penarth on a map.
Road: Penarth approximately 4 miles west
of Cardiff, signposted from the A4160. Cardiff city centre
approximately a 10 minute drive away.
Bus: Contact Travel Line Wales 0871 200 22 33
for local routes.
Rail: Penarth Railway Station is located on
Stanwell Road. Tel: 08457 484950 for rail information.
Plane: Cardiff Airport is about 10 miles from
Penarth. Go to the airport's website.
Find out more about local public transport.
Are you moving to Penarth?
If so, you may be interested in other local amenities such as
schools, community centres,
finding
a doctor or dentist, Penarth Library, Penarth Leisure
Centre and youth
clubs.
Information
For any extra information about the area, please call Penarth
Tourist Information Centre on 029 2070 8849.