Barry is the largest town in South Wales and full of rich maritime history. A beautiful seaside resort with family friendly beaches, a shopping centre where you’ll find many nationally recognised stores. The Knap Lake and Gardens provide old school charm with a Welsh harp-shaped boating lake against a backdrop of quaint cafes, and the towns’ parks; Romilly Park and Victoria Park, which are perfect for leisurely strolls and activities for the more energetic visitor. THe town recently has been made famous by the TV series Gavin & Stacey.

Llantwit Major or “Llanilltud Fawr” has developed quietly while retaining its meandering medieval streets and fine stone buildings. The town exudes history: Iron Age hill forts, fine Tudor buildings, a Roman villa and a medieval grange. St Illtud established a Church and place of learning here in 500AD. In the maze of narrow streets you’ll discover independent shops, friendly cafes serving beautiful dishes for every taste with local produce on most menus. There are a cluster of historical inns dating from the 12th century. A great way to explore the town is to follow the Blue Plaque trail.

The Vale of Glamorgan is in south Wales on the coast between Cardiff and Bridgend. Take the M4 and exit at junctions 33, 34 or 35, depending on which part of the county you would like to visit. Junction 33 is the quickest exit to take if you are visiting Barry or Penarth.