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Events

UPDATED 22nd July with new events (listed in Pink)

OUR EVENTS

The Society holds events throughout the year which are usually open to both Members and Non-Members. With monthly presentation talks, guided local walks and more on offer,  and topics covering history, heritage, modern times and even the future, these events are usually Penarth focused, but sometimes we have guest speakers who just have an interesting story of their own to tell, or a local project or initiative they would like to promote.

 

Our Sub-Groups' & Cross-Community Collaboration Events

Our sub-groups also occasionally hold events, and sometimes we team up with other local groups and organisations to host or participate in events and activities with them. We will also list these here.

SEE BELOW for our current programme.

Don't forget to also check our Facebook Pages for event updates (also available to view on our homepage without the need for a Facebook account).

For past events, click here

Attendance Fees:

RESERVE ONLINE & PAY ON THE DOOR 

Tickets available for reservation via each event listing below &/ on the door where available

(excluding Special and 3rd Party events which must be booked in advance).

Cash & Card/NFC Accepted. £Donations also welcome

MEMBERS

(All Types)

Regular: Free

Special: Event Fee Only

Open: Free (£Donations welcome)

3rd Party: 3rd Party Fee [+ Ticket Processing Fee]

Sub Groups: Variable

NON-MEMBERS

Age: 26+ / 18-25 / Under 18

Regular: £3 / £2 / Free

Special: Event Fee + Regular Fee

Open: Free (£Donations welcome)

3rd Party: 3rd Party Fee [+ Ticket Processing Fee]

Sub Groups: Variable

Attendance Fees

2024 Additional Events

Events listed here are either "To-Be-Confirmed" or do not need to be publicised via the Upcoming Events listings (below).

 

JULY

  • TBC - FoVS Public Bat Watch Walks (Announcements via their Facebook no earlier than 1 week in advance due to weather forecasts)

  • 12th - 04th Aug [Date(s) of count(s) TBC] - Butterfly Conservation Annual Count* (Sub Groups)

  • 13th - PCS Display Stand @ Penarth Summer Festival (Downhill Derby)

  • 24th, 31st - FoVS Public Bat Watch Walks

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

Half Year (Sep-Mar) Memberships Available (See JOIN US​)

  • TBC - FoVS Public Bat Watch Walks

  • Sun 15th - Talk at St Peter's Church, Old Cogan (Chris Riley) - DETAILS PENDING

OCTOBER

  • TBC - FoVS Public Bat Watch Walks

  • TBC - FOVS: Halloween Event [TBC Thu 31st]

 

NOVEMBER

  • No additional events

 

DECEMBER

  • Date TBC - Carols in The Square (FoVS & PCS) @ Victoria Square

  • 1st-24th - Lanterns in The Square (Victoria Primary PTA & FoVS) @ Victoria Square

Floating To Be Confirmed

  • Penarth Living Streets Collaborative Events

  • PCS & GPG* Collaborative Events

  • Penarth Forum (Welsh Government Placemaking Charter in collaboration with Vale of Glamorgan Council & Penarth Town Council)

Events Quick List

Upcoming Events

  • St Peter's Church Old Cogan Open Afternoon
    St Peter's Church Old Cogan Open Afternoon
    Sun, 15 Sept
    St Peter's Church, Old Cogan
    15 Sept 2024, 12:00 – 17:00
    St Peter's Church, Old Cogan, Penarth CF64 2TQ, UK
    15 Sept 2024, 12:00 – 17:00
    St Peter's Church, Old Cogan, Penarth CF64 2TQ, UK
    Come and tour the oldest church in the Penarth area
  • St Peter's Church Old Cogan Open Afternoon - Chris Riley History Talk SOLD OUT
    St Peter's Church Old Cogan Open Afternoon - Chris Riley History Talk SOLD OUT
    Sun, 15 Sept
    St Peter's Church, Old Cogan
    15 Sept 2024, 14:30 – 15:30
    St Peter's Church, Old Cogan, Penarth CF64 2TQ, UK
    15 Sept 2024, 14:30 – 15:30
    St Peter's Church, Old Cogan, Penarth CF64 2TQ, UK
    Join Chris Riley for a talk on the history of St Peter's Church, Old Cogan. SOLD OUT (Tickets unfortunately cannot be available on the door as limited space inside)
  • Penarth Civic Society Exhibition Showcase
    Penarth Civic Society Exhibition Showcase
    Thu, 19 Sept
    St Augustine's Church Hall
    19 Sept 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    St Augustine's Church Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    19 Sept 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    St Augustine's Church Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    A walkthrough Exhibition. A Chance to view our archive materials, find out more about our projects and sub-groups and meet some of the people behind our work.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, 21 Sept
    Victoria Square
    21 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
    21 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
    Friends of Victoria Square is one of our sub-groups. They hold regular work party sessions at Victoria Square throughout the year. New members welcome.
  • FOAT Tuesday Sessions @ The Triangle
    FOAT Tuesday Sessions @ The Triangle
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, 01 Oct
    Victoria Square
    01 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
    01 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 12:00
    Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
    Friends of Arcot Triangle are one of our sub-groups. They hold regular work parties to tend to The Triangle on the 1st Tuesday of the Month. New members welcome.
  • FOVS Plant & Cake Sale - Autumn
    FOVS Plant & Cake Sale - Autumn
    Sat, 05 Oct
    Victoria Square
    05 Oct 2024, 01:00
    Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
    05 Oct 2024, 01:00
    Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
    Plants and Homemade cakes sold as fundraising for FoVS
  • Special Event - Annual Cheese & Wine and History Talk
    Special Event - Annual Cheese & Wine and History Talk
    Thu, 17 Oct
    St Augustine's Parish Hall
    17 Oct 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    17 Oct 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    Join us for our annual social evening, with our regular guest speaker Alan Thorne (Topic TBC). Special Event - ADVANCED BOOKING REQUIRED.
  • History Talk - Captain Richard Wain, VC of Penarth - Jonathan Hicks
    History Talk - Captain Richard Wain, VC of Penarth - Jonathan Hicks
    Thu, 21 Nov
    St Augustine's Parish Hall
    21 Nov 2024, 19:00 – 20:30
    St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    21 Nov 2024, 19:00 – 20:30
    St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    Join historian Jonathan Hicks as he speaks about this local notable individual.
Upcoming Events
Useful Infomation

USEFUL INFORMATION

EVENT TYPES

Events are categorised into the following types. Each has specific criteria. Please ensure you read and understand this before booking.

REGULAR (R)

An ordinary event held on one of our usual 3rd Thursdays of the Month.

Event Fees: Members - Free

Non-members - Entry Fee (see below)

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING REQUESTED

Tickets should be booked in advance to ensure your entry. Tickets may be available on the door, subject to venue capacity.

SPECIAL (S)

These are any events that include a special attendance fee for all (e.g. our Annual Cheese & Wine).

Event Fees: Members - Event Fee Only

Non Members - Event Fee + Regular Entry fee

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED

Tickets must be booked in advance.

Walk-ins may not be possible.

Payment may also be required in advance

OPEN

An open event is usually one that is free and open to all. £Donations however are welcome.

Event Fees: Free for all

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING OPTIONAL

Online ticket reservation will still be available as this will help us to know in advance how many attendees are likely to be there.

GUIDED WALKS (G)

Outdoor local area walking tours. Topics include Local History &/ Environment & Nature.

Event Fees: Tours may carry a fee.

Booking: May require pre-booking.

THIRD PARTY (3P)

These are events hosted on our behalf by a 3rd party host &/ location. They may charge a fee which we will have to charge to all attendees, including members. A ticket processing fee may be added, depending on payment method.

Event Fees: 3rd Party Prices

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED

Tickets must be booked in advance.

Walk-ins will not be possible.

Payment may also be required in advance.

SUB GROUPS

Attendance fees and pre-booking for their events will vary. PCS Membership discounts do not apply. See individual listings for details.

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Please note details of events may change prior to promotional period. Events where we ask you to register your attendance, registration will open at least one month prior to allow this. Registration is not always mandatory, except where we are charging a fee for all attendees or using an external provider where we have to book numbers and pay them a fee.

Event Locations

St Augustine's Church Hall,

  • Albert Rd

  • Indoor Location

  • This location is wheelchair accessible, ground floor hall with a capacity of 80.

  • Toilets (inc. disabled).

  • Basic refreshments of hot beverages served by us. Check with server for allergy options.​

  • Regular Events (unless stated otherwise)

Guided Walks

  • Outdoor Locations

  • Routes vary around Penarth and surrounds.

  • Walks are designed to not be taxing.

  • Wheelchair accessibility on most routes, with possible alternatives sought where applicable.

  • No toilets but nearest will be indicated.

  • Bring own refreshments and please dress appropriately for the weather.

  • See event listing for starting location.

  • Nearby parking is on the streets with limited disabled parking close by.

Penarth Library

[Friends of] Victoria Square

  • Outdoor Location

  • Flat parkland with paths throughout. Some events may take place on the grassed areas which can be difficult for wheelchairs if muddy.

  • Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress

  • Toilets may be available if church is open for access, otherwise no on-site facilities

  • Refreshments will only be served at certain events.

  • For night events please bring a torch

  • No on-site parking but may be possible in surrounding streets.

[Friends of] St Joseph's Park

  • Outdoor Location

  • Sloped parkland but with gentle winding path.

  • Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress

  • No onsite toilets.

  • For night events please bring a torch

  • No onsite parking or parking along lower road. parking may be restricted in upper streets.

[Friends of] Arcot Triangle

  • Outdoor Location

  • Small parkland with paths. Suitable for wheelchairs to pass through but some stepped access into planting areas.

  • No onsite toilets

  • No on-site parking but parking may be available in surrounding streets.

Railway Path [Project]

  • Outdoor Location

  • Flat, pathed area

  • Wheelchair accessible though some grassed and planted areas may be muddy.

  • For night time events please bring a torch.

  • No onsite toilets.

  • Nearby parking in surrounding streets.

Penarth Tree Forum Locations

  • Outdoor Locations

  • Variable. See Event Listing or speak to event leaders for details.

  • Wheelchair accessible where possible.

[Friends of] The Italian Gardens

  • Italian Gardens, The Esplanade, Penarth Seafront.

  • Paved areas.

  • Some steps

  • Ramp access via adjacent café

  • No Onsite Toilets (nearest, Penarth Pier).

  • Nearby Parking.

Event Locations
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