Top five places for a boxing day walk in the Vale of Glamorgan in 2023

There are so many places across the Vale of Glamorgan that have scenic views and are perfect for a walk.

Here at the Barry and District News and Penarth Times, we compiled a list of the top five places to go for a walk this Boxing Day.

Porthkerry Park to The Knap - Barry

This is a fun route to do with the family, as there as so many things to see along the way, such as stopping off at the adventure playground for children to blow off steam.

Porthkerry Park and The Knap. Picture: SWFRS (Image: SWFRS/Google Maps)There are also a range of nature trails around that tell the story of the park’s nature and history.

The walk is three miles, or 5km, long.

Cosmeston Lakes – Sully

This circular walk around the lake has plenty of woodland trails and a massive lake. It’s a walk that the whole family can enjoy.

Beautiful scenery at Cosmeston Lakes. Picture: Nadezna Mandhari Camera Club (Image: Nadezna Mandhari - Camera Club)There is even a café and picnic area for rest and an adventure playground for children if they get bored of walking.

Penarth to Cardiff Bay Barrage – Penarth and Cardiff

This is a popular route for walking, cycling, or running which takes around two-and-a-half hours to complete and is open all year round.

Penarth to Cardiff Bay Barrage walk. Picture: Google Maps (Image: Google Maps)On the circular flat route, you will see views of Penarth Pier along with Cardiff Bay such as the Millennium Centre and more.

Barry Island Circular - Barry

Start at the yellow boot at the RNLI station, and take a walk up the pirate mini golf, past the beach huts up to Nells Point.

Barry Island circular. Picture: Phillip J Brown - Camera Club (Image: Phillip J Brown - Camera Club)An easy route for the family while enjoying the scenic views of Barry Island.

Aberthaw Lake – Barry

This walk has a scenic view of a castle and the lake, and it takes an average of 57 minutes to complete.

It’s a great place for a quiet run, walk or bird-spotting