Penarth Civic Society
Cymdeithas Ddinesig Penarth
formerly The Penarth 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.
You can also check out www.friendsofvictoriasquare.org/events for a full list of their events
SEE BELOW for our current programme.
Don't forget to also check our Facebook Page for event updates (also available to view on our homepage No Facebook account needed.).
For past events, click here
2024 Events in Brief
Full details of each event and tickets will be added below.
JANUARY
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Jan - Dec - 10am-12pm - FOVS Saturday Sessions @ Victoria Square - Join group to participate
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Jan - Dec - Dates & Times Variable - PTF Tree Care - Locations variable - Join group to participate
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Thu 18th - 7pm - History Talk: Ray Howard Jones (David Moore)
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Thu 25th - [Time (day) TBC] - History event @ Penarth Library (Chris Riley, PCS, PLHS & Penarth Library)
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Sat 28th [Time TBC] - FOVS: RSPB Big Garden Bird Watch*
FEBRUARY
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Mon 12th - Presentation to Penarth Local History Society on our Penarth Town Heritage Trail
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Thu 15th - History Talk: Tippers & Trimmers: The Maritime History of Penarth (Bruce Wallace)
MARCH
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Mar - Oct Variable / By Booking - Nature Education Sessions (Sub-Groups)
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Thu 14th - 7pm - Trees of Penarth (PTF, PCS & GPG)
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Thu 21st - 7pm - Palaeontology Talk: Dinosaurs & Deserts of Wales (Cindy Howells)
APRIL
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS RENEWED & NEW MEMBERSHIPS TAKEN (Apr-Mar) (See JOIN US)
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Apr - Oct - Bat Watch Season - Bat Watch Walks - Timetable soon via FoVS Website / Facebook Page.
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Apr - Oct - FoSJP Work Sessions - Join group to participate
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Apr - Oct - FoAT Work Sessions - Join group to participate
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Wed 17th [TBC] - FOVS: Bat Watch Walk - Victoria Square (International Bat Appreciation Day)
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Thu 18th - AGM & History Talk: Exploring our own Archives (Dan Brown - PCS Vice Chair)
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Wed 24th [TBC] - FOVS Bat Watch Walk - Victoria Square
MAY
LOCAL & COMMUNITY HISTORY MONTH - Events TBC
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Sat 04th - FOVS: Spring Plant & Cake Sale
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Wed 15th - FOVS: AGM
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Thu 16th - 7pm - Heritage Talk: 10 Buildings that Deserve a Plaque (Chris Riley)
JUNE
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Sat 01st - FoVS: Big Picnic Lunch
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Sat 15th - FOVS: National Open Gardens Scheme Penarth Trail Participation
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Thu 20th - Educational Talk: Penarth Tree Forum Annual Update (PTF)
JULY
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12th - 04th Aug [Date(s) of count(s) TBC] - Butterfly Conservation Annual Count* (Sub Groups)
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Sun 14th - Local History Guided Tour of Cogan (Alan Thorne)
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Sun 28th - Local Trees Guided Tour (Penarth Tree Forum)
AUGUST
NO EVENTS
SEPTEMBER
Half Year (Sep-Mar) Memberships Available (See JOIN US)
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Sun 14th [TBC] - Talk at St Peter's Church, Old Cogan (Chris Riley)
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Thu 19th - PCS Exhibition Showcase
OCTOBER
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Thu 17th - Annual Cheese & Wine and History Talk (Alan Thorne)
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Sat 05th - FoVS: Autumn Plant & Cake Sale
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Thu 31st [TBC] - FOVS: Halloween Event
NOVEMBER
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Thu 21st - History Talk: Captain Richard Wain, VC of Penarth (Jonathan Hicks)
DECEMBER
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[Date TBC] Carols in The Square (FoVS & PCS) @ Victoria Square
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[Dates TBC] Lanterns in The Square (FoVS & Victoria Primary PTA) @ Victoria Square
To Be Confirmed
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Penarth Living Streets Collaborative Events
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PCS & GPG* Collaborative Events
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Other Events may also appear. This list last updated 30th Dec 2023
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
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesSat, 27 AprVictoria Square27 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 12:00Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
Sat, 04 MayVictoria Square04 May 2024, 10:00Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
Multiple DatesTue, 07 MayVictoria Square07 May 2024, 10:00 – 12:00Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK- Wed, 15 MayVictoria Square15 May 2024, 18:30Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
Thu, 16 MaySt Augustine's Parish Hall16 May 2024, 19:00 – 20:30St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK- Sat, 01 JunVictoria Square01 Jun 2024, 11:00Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
Thu, 20 JunSt Augustine's Parish Hall20 Jun 2024, 19:00 – 20:30St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
Sun, 14 JulOutside Cogan Primary School14 Jul 2024, 14:00 – 16:00Outside Cogan Primary School, Pill St, Penarth CF64 2JS, UK- Sun, 28 JulLocation is TBD28 Jul 2024, 14:00 – 16:00Location is TBD
Thu, 19 SeptOutside Cogan Primary School19 Sept 2024, 19:00 – 21:00Outside Cogan Primary School, Pill St, Penarth CF64 2JS, UK- Sat, 05 OctVictoria Square05 Oct 2024, 01:00Victoria Square, Victoria Square, Penarth CF64, UK
Thu, 17 OctSt Augustine's Parish Hall17 Oct 2024, 19:00 – 21:00St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
Thu, 21 NovSt Augustine's Parish Hall21 Nov 2024, 19:00 – 20:30St Augustine's Parish Hall, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
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
An ordinary event held on one of our usual 3rd Thursdays of the Month, or repeated annually (contents will change however). Examples include our evening talks and local area guided walks.
Event Fees
Members - Free
Non-members - Entry Fee (see below)
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
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
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
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.
THIRD PARTY
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
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,
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Albert Rd (7pm-8:30pm)
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Indoor Location
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This location is wheelchair accessible, ground floor hall with a capacity of 80.
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Toilets (inc. disabled).
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Basic refreshments of hot beverages served by us. Check with server for allergy options.
Guided Walks
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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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No toilets but nearest will be indicated.
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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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Nearby parking is on the streets with limited disabled parking close by.
Penarth Library
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Please see VoGC website* for details
[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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Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress
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Toilets may be available if church is open for access, otherwise no on-site facilities
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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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No on-site parking but may be possible in surrounding streets.
[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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No onsite toilets.
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For night events please bring a torch
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No onsite parking or parking along lower road. parking may be restricted in upper streets.
[Friends of] Arcot Triangle
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Outdoor Location
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Small parkland with paths. Suitable for wheelchairs to pass through but some stepped access into planting areas.
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No onsite toilets
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No on-site parking but parking may be available in surrounding streets.
Railbway 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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No onsite toilets.
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Nearby parking in surrounding streets.
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. Wheelchair accessible where possible.
[Friends of] The Italian Gardens
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Info coming soon.