Penarth Civic Society
Cymdeithas Ddinesig Penarth
formerly The Penarth Society
Events
Penarth Civic Society 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.
For past events, click here and for a sneak look at 2026, click here
Bat Watch Walks (by FoVS)
You can now get BAT WATCH WALK schedules as well as interesting Bat-related information by subscribing to the new Penarth Batch Watch Walks (by PCS & Sub-Groups) Whatsapp Broadcast Channel. (Click link and then click FOLLOW to subscribe. To view on phone app & in web browsers click the Updates button. Don't forget to also activate the bell icon for notifications of posts. Updates/Channel feature unfortunately not available for computer app.)
Penarth Local History Society (PLHS) is an independent group not attached to us, but we do work closely with them on delivering knowledge of local & historical interests, so we are now including their events in this list as they are of similar interests to ours. Unless stated otherwise, PLHS presentations take place on the 2nd Monday of each month (except August & December) at The Tabernacle Church, Plassey St. Doors open 1900 - talk 1930-2100. No-pre booking is required to attend. Entry is £3 for non-members, with raffle available. Membership of PLHS is £20 annually from Jan-Dec (all fees are cash only, paid on entry). Children welcome (must be accompanied by an adult).
Non PCS / Sub-group events of interest. We may also occasionally include other local historical / heritage events of interest in these listings that are run by 3rd parties (which may or may not include collaboration with us &/ our sub-groups). We list & link these merely as a courtesy only, and all details regarding the event are controlled by and under the responsibility of that 3rd party. These include: Friends of St Augustine's*, Gwyrddio Penarth Greening*, Penarth Living Streets*
2025/26 Events Programme
This list includes PCS & Sub-Group events as well as PLHS, Cross-Community Collaborations and other select notable events of a similar nature we think you might also want to attend. Only PCS events can be booked via our system, though we will look to provide links to other booking processes where possible.
We are not responsible for the contents, attendance fees or scheduling of events outside of our organisation and are listing the relevant events as a courtesy.
Latest Update 15 Dec 25
December 2025
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Wed 17th - FOVS: '"Carols in the Square'" at Victoria Square
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TBC - FOAT: "Carols in the Triangle" at Arcot Triangle
2026
Penarth's Year of Community Connections & Collaborations
Never miss a PCS, Sub-group or collaborating organisation's relevant events & event updates again!
New way to link our digital calendar to yours coming soon!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PENARTH LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY CALENDAR IS STILL BEING CONFIRMED SO SOME CHANGES TO DATES & TOPICS MAY OCCUR BEFORE PUBLICATION OF PRINTED SCHEDULE IN 2026
Penarth's Shipping & Seafront History
A series of inter-connected talks about the relationship Penarth has with its maritime and seaside history. These talks will take place across a number of organisations & venues (ticket prices will vary depending on both). See the separate list below and Ship&Sea filter in the Events Table at the bottom for which talks are included (more may be added later).
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Penarth Placemaking updates* and project promoting and progress (Penarth Community collabs with GPG, PLS, VoGC and more...)
January
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TBC Penarth Community Collaboration with Penarth Library (new history section opening)
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Sun 11th: PMV & MCS (collab): Beach Cleanup* (<Register via MSC Website)
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Mon 12th: PLHS: ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS & NEW MEMBERS START (£20pa - cash only)
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Mon 12th: PLHS: "The History of the Royal Welsh Collage of Music & Drama" - Mr Paul Clements
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Thu 15th: PCS: "Set the Sails Windward" - Penarth's Maritime History - Bruce Wallace (Local Historian) (History of Penarth's Shipping & Seafront part #1 of 6)
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Tue 27th: PPP (Collab):"Shipwrecks of Penarth & The Bristol Channel" - Alan Thorne (Local Historian)* (History of Penarth's Shipping & Seafront part #2 of 6)
February
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Mon 09th: PLHS: "The History of the Free French Air Force at St Athan - 1940-45" - Dr John Martin
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Thu 19th: PCS: History of Penarth's Shipping & Seafront part #3:"Flat Holm, then and Now" - Bridget Box (History of Penarth's Shipping & Seafront part #3 of 6)
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Wed 25th: PCS: Tour of Barry Recycling Centre (VoGC Representative) - (Special Event)
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TBC: Penarth Community Collaboration: Attendance @ The Penarth Community Showcase Fayre
March
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Mon 09th: PLHS: TBC
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Tue 10th:PPP: "William Randolph Hurst" - Martin Blemy (St Donats Castle)*
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Thu 19th: PCS & PTF(PCS): "Penarth Tree Forum Annual Update" - Penarth Tree Forum Committee
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Sat 28th: FIGS: Celebration of Centenary Anniversary of The Opening of The Italian Gardens
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{Tue 31st: Centenary Anniversary Date of The Opening of The Italian Gardens 1926-2026}
April
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PCS: ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS & NEW MEMBERSHIPS PERIOD STARTS
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Penarth Bat Watch Walks Season Starts (Apr-Oct) - follow the Whatsapp Broadcast Channel for updates on the walk schedule (PCS, Sub-Groups & Community Collab)
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Thu 09th: FoVS: 07th Anniversary 2019-2026
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Mon 13th: PLHS: "Cogan Pill Manor House (a.k.a. “The Courts”) and the Herberts" - Bruce Wallace (Local Historian)
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Thu 16th: PCS: AGM +"What actually used to happen at Penarth Docks" - Alan Thorne (Local Historian) (History of Penarth's Shipping & Seafront part #4 of 6, Penarth Docks part #1)
May
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National Local & Community History Month
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TBC: Waverley Collaborations (pre-sailing)
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TBC: Balmoral Collaborations (updates on restoration & service)
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TBC: Penarth Community's Bigger & More Collaborative Showcase Fayre (promotional attending)
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Sat 09th: FoVS: Spring Plant Sale
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Mon 11th: PLHS: 150th Anniversary Guided Tour of Albert Primary School (PLHS Special Event) - Evening Talk TBC:
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Sun 17th: PCS: Alan Thorne's Annual Town Guided Walk & Talk - Penarth Docks area. (History of Penarth's Shipping & Seafront part #5 of 6, Penarth Docks part #2)
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Thu 21st: PCS: NO EVENING TALK
June
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Mon 08th: PLHS: Alan Thorne's Annual Town Guided Walk & Talk - The Esplanade & Seafront. (History of Penarth's Shipping & Seafront part #6 of 6)
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TBC: Promotional Stand at Penarth Summer Festival (for PCS & Sub-Groups + Community Collabo)
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Mon 18th: PCS: "Local Environmental Quality standards and Place-based street cleaning" - Colin Smith (VoGC)
July
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Mon 13th: PLHS: “Fashion on the Ration” - Rosemary Chalanor
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Thu 16th: PCS: "Penarth Town Heritage Trail Update" - David Noble (PCS Committee)
August
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Mon 10th: PLHS: No Evening Talk
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Thu 20th: PCS: No Evening Talk
September
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Organic September
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150th Anniversary of Albert Rd School - 1876-2026
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TBC: PMV & MCS* (collab): Big Beach Clean Up
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Mon 14th: PLHS: "A History of Glebe St" - Chris Riley (Local Historian)
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Thu 17th: PCS & PMV(PCS): "Penarth Marine Volunteers Beach Buddies Update" - Vern Cornish (PMV Co-ordinator)
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Sat 26th: FoVS: Autumn Plant Sale
October
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International Bat Month
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Sat 10th: Penarth Community Collaboration: Apple Day 2026 [PCS, FoSJP(PCS), FoAT(PCS) PTF(PCS), GPG, PGC(GPG) BP(GPG), and more...]
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Mon 12th: PLHS: Cardiff University’s Fonmon Castle Archaeological Excavations - Dr Andy Seaman
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Thu 15th: PCS: Annual Cheese & Wine (PCS 40th Anniversary Special) - Guest Speaker - Alan Thorne.
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19th-25th: International Bat Week (end of Bat Watch Season)
November
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{Thu 05th: PCS 40th Anniversary (current society) 1986-2026}
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Mon 09th: PLHS: AGM & Archives Exploring - PLHS Committee
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Thu 19th: PCS: "Edwardian Penarth up to 1918" - Chris Riley (Local Historian)
December
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01st-31st: FoVS: Lanterns in The Square
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Mon 14th: PLHS: No Evening Talk
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TBC Wed 16th: FoVS & PCS: Carols in The Square
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TBC 23rd: FoAT: Carols in the Triangle
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Thu 17th: PCS: No Evening Talk
Attendance Fees
Tickets available for reservation via each event listing &/ 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
Event Types
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.
PCS Event Locations
St Augustine's Church Hall [PCS Evening Events + others]
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Indoor Location
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Usual Starting time is 7pm (doors from 645pm). End by 9pm.
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This location is wheelchair accessible, ground floor hall with a capacity of 80.
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Basic refreshments of hot beverages served by us when possible. Check with server for allergy options. Complimentary, but £donations welcome.
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Regular Events (unless stated otherwise)
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Toilets: Inside (inc. disabled).
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Vehicle Parking: Nearby streets (some restrictions apply)
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Nearest Bus Stops: Windsor Rd Arcade (240m) & Windsor Terrace (5min
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Nearest Train Station: Penarth (700m)
Guided Walks [PCS & PLHS]
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Outdoor Locations
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Routes vary around Penarth and surrounds.
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Walks are designed to not be taxing.
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Wheelchair accessibility on most routes, with possible alternatives sought where applicable.
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Bring own refreshments and please dress appropriately for the weather.
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See event listing for starting location.
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Dogs may or may not be permitted to accompany - see event.
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Toilets: Nearest public location listed with event.
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Vehicle Parking: Depends on location
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Cycle Parking: Depends on location (bike may be brought with you on walk)
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Bus Stops: Various
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Station: Various
3rd Party/Collab Event Locations
Penarth Library [Collab + PL Events]
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Please see VoGC website* for details
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Indoors
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Wheelchair Access throughout
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Toilets: Onsite
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Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets (some restrictions do apply)
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Bus Stops: (stops right outside from both directions), 792/93/94 Penarth Library (Stanwell Rd) (20m), Penarth Library (Rectory Rd) (5m).
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Station: Penarth (280m)
Tabernacle Church [Penarth Local History Society]
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Indoors
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Some steps into event space
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Ramp access down side
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Onsite Toilets.
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Nearby Parking.
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Nearest Bus Stops: Windsor Arcade (240m) & Windsor Terrace (350m)
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Nearest Station: Penarth (700m)
Penarth Pier Pavilion [VoGC + Collabs]
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Indoors
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Wheelchair access throughout.
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Toilets: Onsite
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Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets (restrictions do apply)
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Bicycle Parking: Nearby.
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Bus Stops: 88/305 The Esplanade (both directions 10&15m limited daytime only), 7/92/93/94 Windsor Arcade (700m) Windsor Terrace (750m).
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Station: Penarth (850m direct walking. Wheelchair route 1km via Beach Rd)
Belle Vue Park & Pavilion [VoGC + Collab]
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Indoors (Pavilion) & Outdoors (Park)
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Wheelchair access throughout.
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Onsite Toilets (Pavilion during opening hours).
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Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets (parking restrictions may apply)
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Bicycle Parking: In park
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Bus Stops: Windsor Rd Arcade & Windsor Terrace.
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Nearest Station: Penarth
Sub-Group Event Locations
[Friends of] Victoria Square
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Outdoor Location
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Flat parkland with paths throughout. Some events may take place on the grassed areas which can be difficult for wheelchairs if muddy.
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Refreshments will only be served at certain events.
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For night events please bring a torch.
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Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress
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Toilets: Church (when available), otherwise none.
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Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets
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Bus Stops: Stanwell Rd
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Station: Penarth
[Friends of] St Joseph's Park
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Outdoor Location
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Sloped parkland but with gentle winding path.
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Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress
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For night events please bring a torch
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Toilets: None nearby (despite onsite history...)
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Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets
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Bicycle Parking: None dedicated
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Bus Stops: Penarth Police Station (Windsor Rd) (?m) 92/93/94, Dingle Park (Windsor Rd) 92/93/94 (?m), Terranova Way (Penarth Marina) 305 (both directions)
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Station: Dingle Rd (?m) Penarth (?m)
[Friends of] Arcot Triangle
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Outdoor Location
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Small parkland with paths.
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Suitable for wheelchairs to pass through but some stepped access into planting areas.
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Toilets: None nearby (despite onsite history...)
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Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets
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Bicycle Parking: None dedicated
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Bus Stops: Penarth Police Station (Windsor Rd) (<500m), Dingle Park (Windsor Rd) (<500m)
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Station: Dingle Rd (550m) Penarth (900m)
[Friends of] The Italian Gardens
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Italian Gardens, The Esplanade, Penarth Seafront.
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Paved areas.
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Some steps
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Ramp access via adjacent café
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Toilets: (@ Coffee Co. next door / Penarth Pier / Pier Pavilion).
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Vehicle Parking: Along Esplanade (some restrictions apply)
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Bicycle Parking: Along Esplanade
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Bus Stops: The Esplanade (limited daytime service). Penarth Library (Stanwell Rd), Penarth Library (Rectory Rd)
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Station: Penarth
Penarth Beach [PMV]
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The Esplanade, Penarth Seafront.
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Paved areas.
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Toilets: (@ Coffee Co. next door / Penarth Pier / Pier Pavilion).
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Vehicle Parking: (restrictions may apply)
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Bicycle Parking: Along Esplanade
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Bus Stops: The Esplanade (limited daytime service). Penarth Library (Stanwell Rd), Penarth Library (Rectory Rd)
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Station: Penarth
PENARTH TREE FORUM LOCATIONS
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Outdoor Locations
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Variable. See Event Listing or speak to event leaders for details.
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Wheelchair accessible where possible.
Railway Path [Project]
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Outdoor Location
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Flat, pathed area
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Wheelchair accessible though some grassed and planted areas may be muddy.
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For night time events please bring a torch.
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Toilets: None nearby
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Parking: in surrounding streets.
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Bicycle Parking:
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Bus Stops:
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Station: Penarth
Cosmeston Orchard (Country Park & Lakes)
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Outdoor Location
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Some paths and access unsuitable for wheelchairs & mobility issues.
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Toilets: at Visitor Centre
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Vehicle Parking: Onsite (some restrictions apply)
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Cycle parking: At Visitor Centre, bikes can be brought to orchard.
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Bus Stops: Cosmeston Lakes (both directions) Lavernock Rd 88/94
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Station: Penarth