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Events Programme

For Penarth Civic Society & Its Sub-Groups

(also includes other similar/relevant local community 3rd Party events which we think you might like to also attend).

2026 - Penarth's Year of Community Connections & Collaborations

 

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EVENT INFO & TICKET BOOKING / EVENTS CALENDAR / USEFUL INFORMATION​

This list includes PCS & Sub-Group events, as well as Cross-Community Collaborations & 3rd Party events or activities we think you might also want to attend.

We are also displaying the events of the Penarth Local History Society as a courtesy and due to similar interests and shared members and speakers. (You can find out more about them and their events on their new Facebook Page*

 

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.

2026 Special Series: 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 info & Tickets section below to see which talks apply.

Cancelling Event Tickets

The website provider we are using does not have a mechanism for self-cancellation of tickets. If you wish to cancel any tickets purchased (free or paid) please forward your ticket confirmation email and request to enquiries@penarthsociety.org.uk. If you wish to be refunded for the cost, or, instead would like to make it a donation to us, please indicate this. Information about how you can be refunded will be provided in the response. Ticket cancellation removals &/ refunds issued may take a few days to process. Thank you.

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Upcoming Events

  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 23 Mai
    23 Mai 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 30 Mai
    30 Mai 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 06 Meh
    06 Meh 2026, 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.
  • PLHS: Jun26 - Annual Town History Walk - Penarth's Seafront - Alan Thorne
    PLHS: Jun26 - Annual Town History Walk - Penarth's Seafront - Alan Thorne
    Multiple Dates
    Llun, 08 Meh
    08 Meh 2026, 19:00 – 21:00
    Penarth Esplanade (Meet by Pier), The Esplanade, Penarth CF64, UK
    Join the PLHS for their monthly series of talks on local history and other topics of interest. Alan Thorne's Annual Walk & Talk Part of the "Penarth's Shipping & Seafront History Series" of presentations (part 6 of 6)
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 13 Meh
    13 Meh 2026, 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.
  • PCS: June - Local Environmental Quality Standards and Place-based Street Cleaning - Colin Smith (VoGC)
    PCS: June - Local Environmental Quality Standards and Place-based Street Cleaning - Colin Smith (VoGC)
    18 Meh 2026, 18:45 – 21:00
    St Augustine's Church Hall, Penarth, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    Join Colin as he talks through this local topic of interest.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 20 Meh
    20 Meh 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 27 Meh
    27 Meh 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 04 Gorff
    04 Gorff 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 11 Gorff
    11 Gorff 2026, 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.
  • PLHS: Jul26 - Fashion on the Ration - Rosemary Chaloner
    PLHS: Jul26 - Fashion on the Ration - Rosemary Chaloner
    Multiple Dates
    Llun, 13 Gorff
    13 Gorff 2026, 19:00 – 21:00
    Tabernacle Baptist Church, Plassey St, Penarth CF64 1EN, UK
    Join the PLHS for their monthly series of talks on local history and other topics of interest.
  • PCS: July - Penarth Town Heritage Trail Update - David Noble
    PCS: July - Penarth Town Heritage Trail Update - David Noble
    Multiple Dates
    Iau, 16 Gorff
    St Augustine's Church Hall, Penarth
    16 Gorff 2026, 18:45 – 21:00
    St Augustine's Church Hall, Penarth, Albert Rd, Penarth CF64, UK
    Join us for an update on our very own project by our committee member, David, as he
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 18 Gorff
    18 Gorff 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 25 Gorff
    25 Gorff 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 01 Awst
    01 Awst 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 08 Awst
    08 Awst 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 15 Awst
    15 Awst 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 22 Awst
    22 Awst 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 29 Awst
    29 Awst 2026, 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.
  • FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    FOVS Saturday Sessions @ The Square (2026)
    Multiple Dates
    Sad, 05 Medi
    05 Medi 2026, 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.
Upcoming Events

Digwyddiadau

Mae’r Gymdeithas fel arfer yn cynnal cyfarfodydd neu ddigwyddiadau misol sydd am ddim i aelodau eu mynychu. Mae'r digwyddiadau hyn fel arfer yn canolbwyntio ar Benarth ond weithiau mae gennym siaradwyr gwadd sydd â stori ddiddorol eu hunain i'w hadrodd.

2022

MAE DIGWYDDIADAU YN ÔL!

Gwiriwch y dudalen hon am unrhyw Ddigwyddiadau sydd ar ddod yn 2022  (I weld manylion llawn digwyddiad, cliciwch ar ei enw)

Gallwch hefyd edrych ar https://www.friendsofvictoriasquare.org/events am restr lawn o'u digwyddiadau, yn ogystal â digwyddiadau a gweithgareddau Grwpiau Cymunedol eraill sy'n mynd rhagddynt o amgylch y dref. 

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).

NOW ON FACEBOOK! where you can find listings of their events and updates on their activities.

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*

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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

Attendance Fees

Mae’r Gymdeithas fel arfer yn cynnal cyfarfodydd neu ddigwyddiadau misol sydd am ddim i aelodau eu mynychu. Mae'r digwyddiadau hyn fel arfer yn canolbwyntio ar Benarth ond weithiau mae gennym siaradwyr gwadd sydd â stori ddiddorol eu hunain i'w hadrodd.

2022

MAE DIGWYDDIADAU YN ÔL!

Gwiriwch y dudalen hon am unrhyw Ddigwyddiadau sydd ar ddod yn 2022  (I weld manylion llawn digwyddiad, cliciwch ar ei enw)

Gallwch hefyd edrych ar https://www.friendsofvictoriasquare.org/events am restr lawn o'u digwyddiadau, yn ogystal â digwyddiadau a gweithgareddau Grwpiau Cymunedol eraill sy'n mynd rhagddynt o amgylch y dref. 

Mae’r Gymdeithas fel arfer yn cynnal cyfarfodydd neu ddigwyddiadau misol sydd am ddim i aelodau eu mynychu. Mae'r digwyddiadau hyn fel arfer yn canolbwyntio ar Benarth ond weithiau mae gennym siaradwyr gwadd sydd â stori ddiddorol eu hunain i'w hadrodd.

2022

MAE DIGWYDDIADAU YN ÔL!

Gwiriwch y dudalen hon am unrhyw Ddigwyddiadau sydd ar ddod yn 2022  (I weld manylion llawn digwyddiad, cliciwch ar ei enw)

Gallwch hefyd edrych ar https://www.friendsofvictoriasquare.org/events am restr lawn o'u digwyddiadau, yn ogystal â digwyddiadau a gweithgareddau Grwpiau Cymunedol eraill sy'n mynd rhagddynt o amgylch y dref. 

Mae’r Gymdeithas fel arfer yn cynnal cyfarfodydd neu ddigwyddiadau misol sydd am ddim i aelodau eu mynychu. Mae'r digwyddiadau hyn fel arfer yn canolbwyntio ar Benarth ond weithiau mae gennym siaradwyr gwadd sydd â stori ddiddorol eu hunain i'w hadrodd.

2022

MAE DIGWYDDIADAU YN ÔL!

Gwiriwch y dudalen hon am unrhyw Ddigwyddiadau sydd ar ddod yn 2022  (I weld manylion llawn digwyddiad, cliciwch ar ei enw)

Gallwch hefyd edrych ar https://www.friendsofvictoriasquare.org/events am restr lawn o'u digwyddiadau, yn ogystal â digwyddiadau a gweithgareddau Grwpiau Cymunedol eraill sy'n mynd rhagddynt o amgylch y dref. 

PCS ​Event Locations

St Augustine's Church Hall [PCS Evening Events + others]

  • Albert Rd Penarth CF64 *

  • Indoor Location

  • Usual Starting time is 7pm (doors from 645pm). End by 9pm.

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

  • Basic refreshments of hot beverages served by us when possible. Check with server for allergy options.​ Complimentary, but £donations welcome.

  • Regular Events (unless stated otherwise)

  • Toilets: Inside (inc. disabled).

  • Vehicle Parking: Nearby streets (some restrictions apply)

  • Nearest Bus Stops: Windsor Rd Arcade (240m) & Windsor Terrace (5min

  • Nearest Train Station: Penarth (700m)

Guided Walks [PCS & PLHS]

  • 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.

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

  • See event listing for starting location.

  • Dogs may or may not be permitted to accompany - see event.

  • Toilets: Nearest public location listed with event.

  • Vehicle Parking: Depends on location

  • Cycle Parking: Depends on location (bike may be brought with you on walk)

  • Bus Stops: Various

  • Station: Various

3rd Party/Collab ​Event Locations

Penarth Library [Collab + PL Events]

  • Please see VoGC website* for details​

  • Stanwell Rd, Penarth CF64 2AD*

  • Indoors

  • Wheelchair Access throughout

  • Toilets: Onsite

  • Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets (some restrictions do apply)

  • Bus Stops: (stops right outside from both directions), 792/93/94 Penarth Library (Stanwell Rd) (20m), Penarth Library (Rectory Rd) (5m).

  • Station: Penarth (280m)

Tabernacle Church [Penarth Local History Society]

  • Plassey St, Penarth CF64 1EN*

  • Indoors

  • Some steps into event space

  • Ramp access down side

  • Onsite Toilets.

  • Nearby Parking.

  • Nearest Bus Stops: Windsor Arcade (240m) & Windsor Terrace (350m)

  • Nearest Station: Penarth (700m)

 

Penarth Pier Pavilion [VoGC + Collabs]

  • The Esplanade, Penarth CF64 3AU*

  • Indoors

  • Wheelchair access throughout.

  • Toilets: Onsite

  • Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets (restrictions do apply)

  • Bicycle Parking: Nearby.

  • Bus Stops: 88/305 The Esplanade (both directions 10&15m limited daytime only), 7/92/93/94 Windsor Arcade (700m) Windsor Terrace (750m).

  • Station: Penarth (850m direct walking. Wheelchair route 1km via Beach Rd)

Belle Vue Park & Pavilion [VoGC + Collab]

  • Indoors (Pavilion) & Outdoors (Park)

  • Wheelchair access throughout.

  • Onsite Toilets (Pavilion during opening hours).

  • Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets (parking restrictions may apply)

  • Bicycle Parking: In park

  • Bus Stops: Windsor Rd Arcade & Windsor Terrace.

  • Nearest Station: Penarth

Sub-Group ​Event Locations

[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.

  • Refreshments will only be served at certain events.

  • For night events please bring a torch.

  • Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress

  • Toilets: Church (when available), otherwise none.

  • Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets

  • Bus Stops: Stanwell Rd

  • Station: Penarth

[Friends of] St Joseph's Park

  • Outdoor Location

  • Sloped parkland but with gentle winding path.

  • Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress

  • For night events please bring a torch

  • Toilets: None nearby (despite onsite history...)

  • Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets

  • Bicycle Parking: None dedicated

  • 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)

  •  Station: Dingle Rd (?m) Penarth (?m)

[Friends of] Arcot Triangle

  • Outdoor Location

  • Small parkland with paths.

  • Suitable for wheelchairs to pass through but some stepped access into planting areas.

  • Toilets: None nearby (despite onsite history...)

  • Vehicle Parking: Surrounding streets

  • Bicycle Parking: None dedicated

  • Bus Stops: Penarth Police Station (Windsor Rd) (<500m), Dingle Park (Windsor Rd) (<500m)

  • Station: Dingle Rd (550m) Penarth (900m)

 

[Friends of] The Italian Gardens

  • Italian Gardens, The Esplanade, Penarth Seafront.

  • Paved areas.

  • Some steps

  • Ramp access via adjacent café

  • Toilets:  (@ Coffee Co. next door / Penarth Pier / Pier Pavilion).

  • Vehicle Parking: Along Esplanade (some restrictions apply)

  • Bicycle Parking: Along Esplanade

  • Bus Stops: The Esplanade (limited daytime service). Penarth Library (Stanwell Rd), Penarth Library (Rectory Rd)

  • Station: Penarth

Penarth Beach [PMV]

  • The Esplanade, Penarth Seafront.

  • Paved areas.

  • Toilets:  (@ Coffee Co. next door / Penarth Pier / Pier Pavilion).

  • Vehicle Parking: (restrictions may apply)

  • Bicycle Parking: Along Esplanade

  • Bus Stops: The Esplanade (limited daytime service). Penarth Library (Stanwell Rd), Penarth Library (Rectory Rd)

  • Station: Penarth

PENARTH TREE FORUM LOCATIONS

  • Outdoor Locations

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

  • Wheelchair accessible where possible.

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.

  • Toilets: None nearby

  • Parking: in surrounding streets.

  • Bicycle Parking:

  • Bus Stops:

  • Station: Penarth

Cosmeston Orchard (Country Park & Lakes)

  • Outdoor Location

  • Some paths and access unsuitable for wheelchairs & mobility issues.

  • Toilets: at Visitor Centre

  • Vehicle Parking: Onsite (some restrictions apply)

  • Cycle parking: At Visitor Centre, bikes can be brought to orchard.

  • Bus Stops: Cosmeston Lakes (both directions) Lavernock Rd 88/94

  • Station: Penarth

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