Bryn-Y-Ddafad : Places to Visit : Penarth
PENARTH
Penarth Pier
Built in 1894 and 658ft long, the Victorian Pier has been restored and refurbished in recent years, with panoramic views of Flat Holm, Steep Holm and the Somerset Coast.
Open all Year
Waverly & Balmoral
These are the last sea-going paddle-ships in the world and sail from Penarth Pier in the summer months to Somerset, Devon and along the Welsh Coast.
For timetables visit www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk and click on South Coast
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
Over 200 acres of stunning lakes, woodlands and meadows open to the public all year round, with a vast variety of flora and fauna and migrating wildlife en route to sunnier climates. You will find exotic trees and mossy wetlands teeming with life, beautiful tiny wildflowers, quiet secluded corners and wide open pastures.
Cosmeston Mediaeval Village
14th village with costumed tour guides who work the land and livestock as they did in the Middle Ages.
Turner House Gallery
Houses paintings from the collection of the National Museum & Gallery.
Oriel Washington Gallery
A unique gallery of Art Deco Design showing a range of contemporary art.