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Whitmore Bay Beach, Barry Island

The south-facing beach of Whitmore Bay at Barry Island is a sweeping crescent of perfect golden sand flanked by a wide promenade.  Lots of seaside att
Whitmore Bay at Barry Island is a sweeping crescent of perfect golden sand flanked by a wide promenade. 24 vibrantly coloured beach huts available for hire,climbing wall, mist feature, beach wheelchairs and year round events.

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Location:
Barry Island, Vale of Glamorgan, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 5TJ
Telephone:
01446 704867
Email:
tourism@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Website:
https://www.visitthevale.com/attractions/WhitmoreBayBeachCBarryIsland

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Facilities

  • Accessibility Facilities
  • Cater For Groups
  • Children Welcome
  • Mobility Accessibility Facilities

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The climbing wall at Barry Island.
Barry Island's climbing wall
Barry
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The iconic beach huts at Barry Island.  Available to hire.
Barry Island beach huts
Barry

About Whitmore Bay Beach, Barry Island

Barry Island has attracted visitors since the 1870’s and the appeal of its golden beaches, cafes and family amusements is stronger than ever.
The recently refurbished seafront now offers a sweeping promenade along the entire length of Whitmore Bay beach, against a backdrop of enticing cafés and restaurants, beach wheelchairs available to loan, vibrant beach huts and lots to amuse the kids with a climbing wall, mist feature, adventure golf and beautiful landscaped gardens. Or for the more adventurous, Barry Island Pleasure Park offers thrilling rides. And not forgetting the Gavin and Stacey connection.

Seaside Award beach; Green Flag Promenade Gardens. Seasonal lifeguard service provided Dogs not allowed May - end September.

Family fun.
Barry Island

Location

51.39026, -3.27466

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