Activities

Things to do in the Vale

 

There is plenty of choice of things to do in the Vale, from energetic activities to more relaxing ones. Take your pick from...

 

Capital Adventure Wales  

Adventure

Go-karting, paintballing, laser games, canoeing, gorge scrambling, and roller-skiing.

  Beach Volleyball  

Beach Volleyball

Whitmore Bay, Barry Island.

             
Wildlife  

Conservation and Wildlife

Country Parks, Nature Reserves, Wildlife Trust Reserves, Woodland Trust Reserves.

  Cycling  

Cycling

Quieter country lanes are ideal for cyclists of all abilities while you can also show your bike some off-road action!

             
Fishing  

Fishing

I won't lie to you, it was like a shark!

  Golf  

Golf

There are courses in the Vale to suit any golfing enthusiast, whatever your ability.

             
Health Spa  

Health and Beauty

The Vale is the ideal location to treat yourself to a spa, massage, or to relax in a sauna or jacuzzi.

  Horse riding  

Horse Riding

Horse riding facilities in the Vale of Glamorgan.

             
Swimming at the Vale's leisure centres  

Leisure Centres

If you want to get fit during your visit, the Vale's leisure centres offer a fantastic choice of facilities and activities.

  Shopping  

Shopping

The Vale offers excellent shopping opportunities in its four town centres.

             
Surfing  

Surfing

The Glamorgan Heritage Coast is a surfer’s paradise with beaches to suit all abilities.

  ELO - Memo  

Theatre & Cinema

Memorial Hall and Theatre, Paget Rooms, St Donats Art Centre, cinema by the sea.

             
trace your family tree  

Tracing Your Ancestors

Advice on tracing your ancestors in the Vale of Glamorgan.

  Walking  

Walking

Walking in the Vale countryside can be a relaxing and rewarding experience.

 

Choose from our mini guides

If you'd like to find out more about things to do in the Vale, you can order copies of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast and Countryside 'Get Active' mini guide. A range of other mini guides are also available, perfect for anyone who is planning a visit to the Vale of Glamorgan.

 

Contact

Tel: 01446 747171

Email: barrytic@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

Vale of Glamorgan Council, Civic Offices, Holton Road, Barry CF63 4RU, Tel: (01446) 700111