Meg Jenkins

Vale Commercial Services Ltd has applied for permission to operate two goods vehicles and two trailers from Cass Scaffolding Old Engineers Workshop on Atlantic Way in Barry. Nearby landowners and occupiers have 21 days from the notice date to submit written objections to the Traffic Commissioner, with reasons clearly stated and copies sent to the applicant.

Vale of Glamorgan Council approved several planning applications in Barry, including revised plans for 57 apartments and commercial space at Barry Waterfront, retrospective garden and shed works on McQuade Place, crown reduction of a protected oak tree on Ael-y-Coed, and the conversion of upper floors of the former Harmony Furnishings building on High Street into three one-bedroom flats. The High Street scheme will retain commercial space at ground level and proceed subject to conditions protecting the listed building.

A three-bedroom house in the Porth-y-Castell area of Barry is on the market for £575,000. The 1926-built property has views across the Knap, Old Harbour and Bristol Channel, parking for three vehicles, multiple reception rooms, a conservatory, three double bedrooms, a loft room, garage and rear garden with terrace. The home is offered with no forward chain.

A gallery presents recent photographs by members of the Vale of Glamorgan Camera Club, showcasing scenic views and wildlife across the area, including The Knap headland, Penarth, Cosmeston Country Park, Llantwit Beach and Jacksons Bay.

A detached four-bedroom house in St Athan, Vale of Glamorgan, is listed for £495,000. Built approximately seven years ago, the property has three bathrooms, a double garage, three living rooms, a large kitchen/living/dining area and a recently added garden room. It is located in a small cul-de-sac near village amenities, the heritage coastline and transport links to Cardiff.

Four planning applications submitted to Vale of Glamorgan Council are outlined: a porch and side extension on St Andrews Road with biodiversity enhancements, redevelopment of workshops and flats on Gilbert Street and Herbert Street, tree removal at Tan-y-fron to address foundation damage, and amendments to a previously approved bin store at Avocet Court.

A four-bedroom detached house on Old Village Road in Barry’s Romilly Park area has been listed for £625,000. The property includes two reception rooms, a bespoke German integrated kitchen, two bathrooms, a landscaped rear garden, and a double garage, with access to nearby walks and Knap Beach.

The article highlights three activities taking place in Barry: a free Barry RFC pre-season friendly against Brynmawr RFC on August 15, the Reel Minds Species Hunt fishing competition at Barry Dock in memory of Keith Palmer, and a children’s bath-bomb-making workshop hosted by Preloved Project on August 14. Details include timings, entry fees and the family-oriented nature of the events.

Dennis Clarke, Mayor of Barry for 2025/26, raised £14,000 through coffee mornings, a quiz night, a Dovecote open day and a Bavarian Evening. The money was divided equally between Valeways and Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan, while a further £500 from raffle proceeds was donated to charities chosen by Dinas Powys Community Council chair Jonathan Cowpe. Clarke also attended more than 100 community events during his year in office before handing the mayoral chain to Sian Thomas for 2026/27.

Glamorgan Archives in Leckwith, Cardiff, will open to the public for one day, offering behind-the-scenes tours, access to its conservation studio, and advice from archive staff. The Glamorgan Family History Society will also host free talks on Irish, Welsh and English family-history research. Tours require advance booking, while the talks are open to all without reservations.

A photo gallery showcases recent images taken by Vale of Glamorgan Camera Club members across the local area, including Sully Bay, Cliff Walk, Penarth, The Knap and Porthkerry Viaduct. The photographs feature blooming plants, sunsets, sunrises, misty views and other scenic landscapes.

The Old Farmhouse, a refurbished semi-detached home in Gileston near Cowbridge and St Athan, has been listed for offers over 750K. The five-bedroom property includes a top-floor master suite, open-plan kitchen and dining areas, a living room with a Stovax wood-burning stove, additional study space, and landscaped outdoor amenities including a terrace, greenhouse, vegetable beds, and workshop. The home offers views of woodland, countryside, and the sea and is within walking distance of the Heritage Coastline and a pebble beach.

The Met Office forecasts mostly dry, bright and increasingly warm conditions in Barry, with temperatures reaching 25°C on Saturday. Showers are possible on Thursday morning and Sunday, while Monday is expected to begin cloudy before becoming sunnier.

Barry Town Council will hold a free family fun day on August 27 at Central Park and King Square, running from 11am to 4pm. The fantasy-themed event will include dragons, falconry, archery, medieval knights, storytelling, games, arts and crafts, gaming and virtual-reality workshops, with some activities available at low cost. Food, drink, craft and community stalls will also support local businesses. Council leader Bronwen Brooks said the event is intended to provide affordable entertainment for families during the summer holidays.

Senedd members Mark Hooper and Kiera Marshall visited CAVDAS’s Holton Road site in Barry with local councillor Ian Johnson. They discussed substance-use prevention, harm reduction, local support services, and challenges related to funding and legislation, while viewing CAVDAS’s mobile engagement vehicle serving communities across the Vale. The visitors emphasized that reducing stigma is essential to helping people access drug and alcohol support.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council approved two planning applications in Barry: a galvanised-steel cycle storage unit for up to four bicycles at a Pyke Street property, and the conversion of a former building society on Holton Road into an ice cream parlour with a residential flat above. Both proposals met the relevant planning conditions.

A newly built four-bedroom detached house on Fitzhamon Close in Cowbridge’s Clare Garden Village is listed for offers over £600,000. Built in 2023, the property includes two reception rooms, an upgraded open-plan Sigma 3 kitchen, four bedrooms, landscaped gardens, a powered outbuilding suitable for an office or gym, and parking for multiple vehicles. Its appeal is further attributed to walking-distance access to Cowbridge town centre, local amenities, schools, sporting facilities, countryside and the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.

A four-bedroom semi-detached house on Clos Yr Wylan in Barry is on the market for £440,000 with no onward chain. Arranged over three floors, the property includes a living and dining area, conservatory, modern kitchen, double garage, two en-suite bedrooms, a bathroom, storage, balconies and front and rear gardens. It also has potential for extension subject to the relevant consent, with the second bedroom offering views towards Whitmore Bay.

Two planning applications have been submitted in Barry to the Vale of Glamorgan Council. The first proposes a semi-permanent modular accessibility ramp at 35 Treharne Road, with documents stating it will have no impact on local green infrastructure or the environment. The second seeks permission for a single-storey kitchen extension at 53 St Nicholas Road, including removal of an existing conservatory and storage shed, new skylights, and doors connecting to the road and rear garden.

Barry Town Council is considering partnering with Dr Hicks and other organisers to support a festival marking the 50th anniversary of composer Grace Williams’s death. Councillors discussed possible assistance, including use of the council chamber, performances of Williams’s compositions and archival research, while officers were asked to explore partnership opportunities rather than develop a separate council programme.

A three-bedroom detached house with a distinctive turret and coastal views is for sale on South Road in Sully for £500,000 to £550,000. The family-sized property sits on a large plot with mature gardens, original features and parking, but requires renovation. Edwards and Co say it may support rear or loft extensions, or potentially redevelopment into two homes, subject to planning permission.

A five-bedroom Victorian mid-terrace house on Porthkerry Road in Barry is listed for £400,000. The property includes five bedrooms, multiple reception and utility areas, gardens and outbuildings, and retains original features, although it requires updating. Its location offers access to Barry town centre, Barry Island, parks, local amenities and several schools.

A gallery showcases recent photographs taken by members of the Vale of Glamorgan Camera Club during warm, sunny weather. The images feature Bendricks Rocks, Barry Island, Cadoxton, Penarth, fossils along the Swanbridge-to-Penarth walk, and Cowbridge Physic Garden.

A four-bedroom leasehold detached house in Barry’s Garden Suburbs is being offered for £550,000 as a modernisation and development opportunity. The property has four bedrooms, several reception rooms, outdoor space and no onward chain, with potential for multi-generational living. It is near local schools, Barry’s coastline and Cardiff International Airport, with transport links to Cardiff, Cardiff Bay and the M4. Buyers are advised to consult a conveyancer because the property is not registered at the Land Registry.

Vale of Glamorgan Council has received several planning applications in Barry. Dow Corning seeks to change the types and quantities of hazardous substances stored at its Cardiff Road site, including methanol and siloxanes, using existing infrastructure without new processing or storage construction. Other applications cover secure cycle storage for a house in multiple occupation at 7 Pyke Street and single- and two-storey extensions, a porch, and material changes at 2 Tan-y-fron within a conservation area.

Barry Town Council discussed complaints about conditions at local cemeteries, including weeds, soil quality and the impact of staffing shortages. Officers said maintenance concerns are being addressed, with grass‑cutting and biodiversity policies to be reviewed at future meetings. A working group will examine documentation from a previous independent review and report back in July. The mayor praised recent gardening work, and officials confirmed recruitment and training efforts are ongoing.

A selection of weekend activities in Barry includes a community fête at Barry RFC, an Ocean Princess Party at Goodsheds, an RnB and reggae event at Soraya’s Bar, a guided history walk led by Graham Loveluck-Edwards, and an open day at Barry Athletic Tennis Club, offering diverse options for families and adults across July 18–19.

Members of the Vale of Glamorgan Camera Club share recent photographs taken around local coastal and parkland locations during warm weather, highlighting scenic views from Whitmore Bay, Penarth, The Knap, Lavernock Beach, Cosmeston Lakes and Friars Point.

Plaid Cymru secured a by-election win in the Baruc ward as Shirley Hodges was elected to the Vale of Glamorgan Council with 48 percent of the vote, following the departure of Mark Hooper for the Senedd. Hodges committed to scrutinizing the council’s treatment of Barry and addressing issues in key local areas while criticizing Labour’s performance. Party leader Ian Johnson welcomed her addition as the Conservatives and Labour trailed with just over ten percent each.

Marie Curie urges residents of Barry to support its Paint It Yellow fundraising campaign in partnership with Morrisons, aiming to raise money for end‑of‑life care services provided at its Penarth hospice and through its support line. Collection days at the Barry Morrisons store will run from July 30 to August 2, with additional activities such as raffles and in‑store trails planned throughout the summer. Since their partnership began in 2024, Morrisons staff and customers have contributed nearly £7 million to the charity’s work.

A four‑bedroom semi‑detached house in Dyffryn Place, Barry is listed for £390,000, offering two reception rooms, an updated kitchen, utility and cloakroom, and a family bathroom. The home includes several bedrooms with built‑in wardrobes, original parquet flooring beneath carpets, and a larger-than-average rear garden with lawn, patio, greenhouse and shed. The front provides driveway parking and access to an integral garage, with agents promoting the property as a well‑suited family home.

A detached home in Cowbridge overlooking the Vale of Glamorgan has been listed for offers over £525,000. The property is described as being in immaculate condition, featuring multiple ground‑floor living spaces, three double bedrooms, landscaped front and rear gardens, and off‑road parking. Located in a quiet cul‑de‑sac near Cowbridge town centre, it offers views of the surrounding countryside and access to local schools, shops, and transport links to nearby cities.

A refurbished five-bedroom detached house in Barry is listed for offers over £465,000, featuring four levels with multiple reception rooms, a principal suite, open-plan lower ground floor living, a conservatory, and extensive garden spaces. The property includes driveway parking, solar panels, and proximity to local amenities and major transport links.

Teenagers aged 17 and 18 in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan will be offered the MenB vaccine following recent meningitis outbreaks. The targeted programme will provide two doses beginning in late July at local health centres. Health officials urge eligible young people, particularly those preparing for university or college, to receive both doses to reduce infection risk.

Students at Pencoedtre High School staged Shrek The Musical in a production praised by a Level 3 moderator as reaching West End standards. Featuring a student cast and directed by Alexandra Williams with musical direction from Charlotte Giles, the show formed part of a Level 3 Performing Arts assessment. The school highlighted the professionalism and dedication of the performers, noting that many involved will continue their studies in the arts. The production was presented as evidence of the school’s strong arts community and the opportunities it provides.