BARRY ISLAND

Planning for a short summer day trip?

I would recommended you to go BARRY ISLAND.

I live in Cardiff. My friends and I wanted a short getaway from Cardiff so we went to Barry Island which is just 50 minutes away from Cardiff by train. Here is my experience in Barry Island.

The time I went to Barry Island is during Spring time. To me, it is quite cold as there is still some cold sea breeze.

Many people would thought that Barry Island is an island. Actually Barry island is a bay. Most activities are centred at this Bay which is called Whitemore Bay.

Panaroma View of Barry Island

For some people like me would refer Barry Island as a beach. For beach lovers, you can just spend time sun bathing at the same time watching the breathtaking sea view.

What would be great is to have fish and chips meanwhile sitting on the sand enjoying the sea view. There are several fish and chips shop in Barry Island. The one that I had tried is the O’Sheas.

Some sneak preview of the restaurant.

O'shea's is said to be the award winning fish & chip cafe in Barry Island. It served freshly cooked fish & chips since 1946. They also serve fresh coffee, ice cream, burgers, pies, pasties and famous for the Irish curry.

The one that I tried is the classic Fish and Chips and the Curry Chips. 

The Curry Chips

Fish and Chips

 I could say the fish and chips and Curry Chips are awesome. I think the price is reasonable for a big portion. The price for a small fish cod and chips is 4.25 pounds and the Curry Chips is 2.50 pounds. If you are in Barry Island, you must give them a try. 

O'Sheas
1 Western Arcade, Barry Island, CF625TQ
Tel: 01446734307
Nearest Train Station: Barry Island

After some greasy meal, it's time to have some ice-cream. You can get ice-cream everywhere in Barry Island. I can say most of the shops sell ice-creams. 

Rashberry Ripple, Shockolate and Dairy milk ice-cream.

After you regain your energy, maybe you would like to explore the other part of Barry Island. There is another path going up a small hill next to the beach. You would see some greenness along the path. For people who lives there, they like to bring their dogs jogging around.  

It looks like a small park

There's some chairs for people to enjoy the scenic view of Barry Island.

You could see the whole Barry Island up this hill.

Another view of Barry Island.

Some stones around the cliffs

I would advise you to cautious if you want to do fishing. The rocks are uneven and may trip you down. 

Fishing

Barry Island Pleasure Park

To let your summer more exciting, Barry island Pleasure Park is ready to fun filled your day.  I wouldn't say much about this as I didn't go there during my visit. Anyway, it is just a minute walk from the beach. The pleasure park has over 50 rides and attractions for all ages. The entrance for the park is free and ride tickets are available from ticket booths at the park. Each rides are counted by tokens. Prices are available in this link

Barry Island Pleasure Park

Openings: 12.30pm- 8pm

Tel:  01446 732844

Nearest Landmark: Barry island

There are several ways to get to Barry Island from Cardiff.

Bus

You can take the 95 or 95A bus from bus stations in Cardiff 

 Barry Island | Barry | Dinas Powys (95) /Penarth (95A) | Llandough | Cardiff | Heath Hospital

Train

Stop: Barry Island 

Last but not least, how could you miss a jump shot at Barry Island with your friends!

Hope everyone enjoy my post as well as your trip to Barry Island.