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A day out to Barry Island<\/h2>\n
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What is there to see and do in the town?<\/h2>\nEnjoy a spot of retail therapy<\/h3>\n
The bustling town of Barry offers plenty for its visitors. Along the High Street, you’ll find an excellent assortment of shops and cafes – most of which are owned by locals to the area. There’s also an upmarket High Street Shopping Quarter where you can browse through a unique selection of luxury stores, from handmade children’s toys to designer clothes and beautifully prepared flower bouquets from the local florists.<\/p>\n
If you’re looking for some special gifts to take back to your family, we’d recommend taking a look through Homemade Wales. This charming shop offers everything from Welsh greeting cards to handmade chocolates and ceramics. It’s one of those places that you’ll pop in for souvenirs to take back to friends, and end up buying plenty for yourself!<\/p>\n
Tuck into tasty food<\/h3>\n
Need to grab a bite to eat? Be sure to stop by Hang Fire Southern Kitchen<\/a>. Inspired by the USA, this popular eatery serves up delicious barbecue and wood-fired dishes that are sure to make your mouth water. Even if you don’t like the sound of pulled pork and beef brisket, you can still tuck into tasty veggie options like ‘Coal Baked Beets’ and their popular ‘Not Chicken Burger’ made from seitan.<\/p>\n For those who feel like having a break from the beach, the Porthkerry Country Park<\/a> offers a variety of lovely walks and plenty of spaces to enjoy a picnic on the grounds. With over 220 acres to explore, you’ll get to wander through pretty meadowland before reaching a quiet pebble beach.<\/p>\n For those with young families, you’ll find lots to keep the kids entertained in Barry, with excellent attractions including the Barry Island Pleasure Park and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf nearby. Love a good theatre show? Aptly named, The Small Space is the smallest theatre in Wales. Hosting a variety of intimate performances throughout the year, it’s a great way to spend an evening.<\/p>\n For those interested in boats, a short walk from Whitmore Bay through a small park takes you to Jackson’s Bay and the entrance to Barry Docks. This quiet sandy bay is perfect for dodging the crowds and enjoying an undisturbed afternoon by the shores of Barry Island.<\/p>\n If you love looking around botanical gardens, the pretty Dyffryn Gardens<\/a> are just a 15-minute drive away from the resort. Owned by the National Trust, they’re an absolute delight to walk around during the spring and summer months.<\/p>\nKeep the family entertained<\/h3>\n
What else is there to see in the local area?<\/h2>\n
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