Celebrating play across the Vale at Porthkerry Park event

02 March 2026

Partners, families and play professionals from across the Vale of Glamorgan are being invited to come together to celebrate the vital role of play in children and young people’s lives.
 
A Play Friendly Vale will take place at Porthkerry Park on Thursday 5 March, from 10am to 3pm, followed by an after-school family play session from 3.30pm to 5pm.
 
The event will highlight the importance of play and showcase the wide range of opportunities available across the Vale. Attendees will hear from local play projects, take part in round table discussions and join outdoor play workshops designed to explore the value of play in supporting children’s development, wellbeing and communities.
 
The day will provide an opportunity for play partners, children, young people and families to come together, share experiences and discuss how play can be strengthened both strategically and within local communities.
 
Those wishing to attend are asked to confirm their availability by completing the online form. 

The Vale Play Team looks forward to welcoming attendees for a day of collaboration, discussion and celebration of play across the Vale of Glamorgan.