Your guide to a day out on Barry Island
The summer holidays are here, so we’re all looking for the best things to be getting up to, and with some nice weather the beach has got to be top of the list. So for everyone looking to get their toes in the sand this summer, we’ve got all the best tips on getting here, parking, and things to do for your day on Barry Island.
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00:00Barry Island, it's iconic, world-renowned and everyone's favourite day out on the beach.
00:07It's always been a stalwart of the Welsh summer holidays and thousands of people will flock here through the course of the six weeks,
00:13building sandcastles, getting their toes wet, eating ice cream and buying a Gavin and Stacey tea set.
00:19There aren't many better places to be in the summer holidays, especially for the youngsters,
00:23so we're taking a look at how you can best make the most of your time here in Barry Island.
00:30Obviously, the weather is always a big barrier, but there's plenty to do, even if it's not a warm day like we have today.
00:35But we all know that the sun makes all the difference.
00:40Getting here early can be a massive benefit, finding the best space on the beach, easiest parking spaces and making the most of a full day here.
00:47For people driving in, it can be a bit of a long journey if you don't live close by, as it's half an hour or so at least away from Cardiff itself.
00:54But coming off the M4 and Junction 33 is the easiest way of getting here, and then it's signposted all the way from Culber House Cross.
01:02There's a massive car park just before you get in and another on the top of the hill with absolutely loads of spaces,
01:07with limited parking near the beach, which is mainly only two hours max, so pick your poison.
01:12For many people, the train might be the easiest option. It costs close to what you'll pay in parking and petrol,
01:17and the station is literally a two-minute walk to the beach.
01:20The train's running every half an hour from Cardiff Central from the early morning until 6pm, and then hourly after that until midnight.
01:27It's a really simple way of getting to the beach.
01:30The last train back home to Cardiff is just before 11, so you can have a proper full day if you want to stay here that late.
01:37When you get here, there's so many food and drink options, the fun fair, the beach, mini golf and some nice walks up the coast.
01:43You can have a full day here and you can really tire out the kids in no time.
01:47This summer, Barry Island will definitely be on the top of plenty of people's radar,
01:50so hopefully with these helpful tips, you can have an amazing day out on one of the best beaches anywhere in the world.