Meg Jenkins

Vale of Glamorgan Council approved tree works at 7 Park Road, extensive extensions and alterations at 170 Westbourne Road, and a revised side dormer at 37 Stanwell Road. The council also discharged conditions allowing work to begin on an extra-care development beside Oak Court on Myrtle Close, including requirements for solar panels, lighting, landscaping, tree protection and replanting.

A four-bedroom semi-detached house on Celtic Way in Rhoose is on the market for £425,000. The property includes a modern ground-floor extension with bifold doors, an open-plan kitchen and living area, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a utility space, and fitted storage. It also offers a triple-width driveway and a private west-facing rear garden with patios, decking, artificial lawn, a summerhouse and shed. The home is within walking distance of Fontygary beach and local amenities.

A four-bedroom late Victorian semi-detached house on Beach Road in Penarth is listed for £1,175,000. The upgraded property includes multiple living spaces, a refurbished garden room, private gardens, a viewing deck, garage and a cellar room marketed as a party room, with views across Alexandra Park and the Channel.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has received applications to discharge planning conditions for an extra-care accommodation scheme on land near Oak Court in Myrtle Close, Penarth. The submissions cover internal engineering, drainage and sustainable drainage systems, as well as sustainable travel, highway engineering, condition surveys and site levels. The development forms part of a wider hybrid planning approval granted in 2022, which also includes highways, landscaping, drainage and outline residential development.

A house on Cornerswell Road in Penarth is listed for £580,000. Although the headline describes it as a three-bedroom property, the home has four bedrooms in total, including a loft-conversion bedroom. It includes an open-plan kitchen and reception area, two additional reception rooms, a refurbished bathroom, utility room, garden, and garage, with access to local schools and Dingle Road and Penarth train stations.

Westbourne School in Penarth is launching Little Westbourne Pre-School for children aged three and above, with the first intake planned for September 2026. The teacher-led programme will combine play and exploration with structured development in communication, literacy, numeracy and learning habits. Children will regularly integrate with the reception class to support a smooth transition into formal schooling. The term-time provision will run from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and applications are open.

Tŷ Hafan will hold its fourth Football Fives five-a-side tournament on September 24 at Gol in Lawrenny Avenue, with 25 teams competing to raise funds for the children's hospice in Sully. Sponsored by V12 Retail Finance, the event will include league and knockout stages, networking, and food and drink, with proceeds supporting children with life-shortening conditions and their families. Last year's winners were Whitehead Building Services, with Joe Ledley presenting the trophy.

A four-bedroom detached house on Heol Pentre'r Felin in Llantwit Major is listed for more than £585,000. Described by the estate agent as fully renovated and chain-free, the property includes an open-plan kitchen and dining area, conservatory, study, utility room, four bedrooms, upgraded bathrooms, private front and rear gardens, parking for three vehicles and an attached garage. The study could also serve as a fifth bedroom, while the high-specification kitchen includes Neff appliances, quartz worktops and a downdraft extractor.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has received two planning-related applications in Penarth. One seeks permission to remove several small maple and ash trees from the rear garden of a flat on Plymouth Road, citing boundary-wall protection, safety and easier maintenance. The other seeks approval of details for a substation and its enclosure at land near Oak Court and Myrtle Close, connected to a previously approved extra-care and residential development.

A detached home on Whitcliffe Drive in Penarth has been listed for offers exceeding £1.15 million. The property includes three reception rooms, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a garage, extensive parking, a private garden and views across the Bristol Channel. It also has planning permission and is marketed as having significant potential for upgrading, extending and adapting, including space for a home office or studio.

Local quartet 3 Gins and a Tonic will perform free classic and contemporary live music at Penarth’s Italian Gardens from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, August 1. The event forms part of the gardens’ centenary celebrations.

Penarth planning authorities approved several residential projects, including extensions, conservatory replacement, renovations, a replacement roof and a dormer conversion across Sullivan Close, Forrest Road, Plymouth Road, Kymin Terrace, Wordsworth Avenue and Pembroke Terrace. Officials generally found the proposals compatible with their properties and surroundings, while imposing conditions on the roof works. Maintenance of a Tree Preservation Order-protected Holm Oak at Mariner’s Heights was also approved to address safety risks while retaining the tree.

1st Penarth Scout Group ended its term with a beach barbecue featuring Matty, the pitmaster from Matty’s BBQ Chop Shop. He prepared smash burgers, hot dogs and vegetables, while the Scouts made s’mores over their own fire bowls. The event followed the group’s recent tour of Matty’s restaurant and concluded with warm weather and a sunset over the Bristol Channel.

Plans submitted to Vale of Glamorgan Council propose converting the former Station Hotel at 162 Windsor Road in Penarth into flats. The application includes redevelopment and partial demolition works, along with provisions for bin storage, parking, drainage, landscaping, biodiversity enhancements and implementation of planning conditions.

A five-bedroom, three-storey detached house on Old Barry Road in Penarth is on the market for £1,050,000 through Harris and Birt. The property offers more than 4,000 square feet of accommodation, including five reception rooms, three bathrooms, a sauna, a games room with snooker, table tennis and air hockey tables, a double garage, and landscaped gardens. It is described as having a modern finish and convenient access to Cardiff Bay, Cardiff city centre, local amenities and Cosmeston Lakes Country Park.

Penarth residents can attend three weekend events: a hands-on Young Archaeologists day at Penarth Library for children aged 5 to 8, a free-entry Repair Cafe at St Augustine's Parish Church Hall, and African Djembe drumming workshops at Glyndwr Community Centre for beginners and more experienced participants.

Planning decisions in Penarth include approval of a new balcony at Chandlers Way with privacy measures added, despite a neighbour’s objection, and rejection of a proposed digital communications kiosk on Windsor Road due to concerns over visual intrusion, advertising focus, and negative impact on the conservation area.

Colin Jackson encourages recognition of community members whose everyday acts of kindness exemplify the aims of SPAR’s Everyday Champions campaign. Research cited shows widespread informal support across the UK despite time and financial pressures. The campaign coincides with 30 years of partnership between SPAR and European Athletics, with selected honorees invited as VIP guests to the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships, where Jackson will thank them personally.

Street Food Circus will return to St Donat’s Castle in the Vale of Glamorgan for two weekends in August, offering circus shows, high-wire acts, family activities, and food from leading Welsh street vendors. Attractions will include bouncy castles, wrestling, roller skating, DJs, axe throwing, and an After Dark party with music and fire performances. Tickets are available on the event’s website.

A hands-on geology event hosted by the South Wales Geologists’ Association will take place at Penarth beach on August 15, offering visitors the chance to explore the coastline, search for fossils, and learn about local geological features. Open to all ages, the drop-in session will run from 1pm to 4pm, with guides, rock samples, and identification help provided. Organisers encourage safe participation without the use of hammers, emphasising observation and interpretation of loose rocks along the beach.

Penarth’s weekend schedule features African drumming workshops, a Pink Floyd tribute performance, a joint concert by Barry Male Voice Choir and Lisburn Community Choir, a retro-themed disco at The Esplanade, and a family-friendly nature festival at Cosmeston Lakes Country Park.

Warm, dry weather is expected in Penarth through the weekend, with temperatures ranging from 24 to 28 degrees and mostly sunny conditions. UV levels and pollen counts will be high. The warm spell is forecast to continue into next week.

Victoria Square in Penarth has received the Green Flag Award for the sixth consecutive year, recognising its high standards in green space management. The park is maintained by the Friends of Victoria Square, a volunteer group whose efforts have increased community use of the space for activities and nature learning. The group continues to welcome new volunteers and offers training during weekly Saturday sessions.

A partnership between the Vale of Glamorgan Council and the Innovate Trust provides AI-powered smart glasses to support residents with learning disabilities and sensory impairments. The technology helps users navigate daily tasks, build independence and gain confidence, illustrated by Jade Morris’s improved ability to travel and attend appointments alone. Officials highlight the programme’s role in enabling residents to live more independently through personalised, technology-based support.

Marie Curie encourages Penarth residents to participate in its Paint It Yellow fundraising campaign with Morrisons to support end‑of‑life care services provided locally. Collection days at the Penarth Morrisons store will run from July 30 to August 2, with volunteers helping raise funds that contribute to nursing care and support line services. Additional activities such as raffles, bike challenges, and in‑store events will accompany the campaign, which has already helped raise nearly £7 million since the partnership began in 2024.

The Bear's Head pub in Penarth has earned Best Bar None accreditation for high standards in safety, staff training, venue management and community engagement. Now operated by Croeso Pubs, the venue has thrived since its previous closure under JD Wetherspoon, retaining popular features while adding live sports and music. All nine Croeso Pubs venues achieved the accreditation, reflecting the company’s growth and its commitment to safe, well-managed hospitality environments.