Barry Harbour

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Glamorgan

Wales

Barry Harbour

Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay
Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay Credit: Alan Hughes

Barry Harbour is a prominent water body located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated on the southern coast of the country, it encompasses a diverse range of features, including a sea, estuary, and creek. The harbour serves as a vital connection between the land and the sea, playing a significant role in both commercial and recreational activities.

As a sea, Barry Harbour offers a picturesque view of the vast ocean, with its deep blue waters stretching out to the horizon. It provides access to the Bristol Channel, allowing for maritime trade and transportation of goods. The harbour acts as a haven for fishing enthusiasts, who flock to its waters in search of various species of fish.

The estuary of Barry Harbour is an area where a river, in this case, the River Thaw, meets the sea. This creates a unique ecosystem, attracting a wide variety of flora and fauna. The estuary is home to numerous bird species, including wading birds, ducks, and geese, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

Additionally, Barry Harbour boasts a creek, a narrow water channel that winds its way through the surrounding landscape. This creek provides an idyllic setting for kayaking and boating, offering visitors a chance to explore the natural beauty of the area up close.

Overall, Barry Harbour in Glamorgan is a multi-faceted water body, consisting of a sea, estuary, and creek. Its strategic location, abundant marine life, and recreational opportunities make it a cherished destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Barry Harbour Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.391656/-3.2833172 or Grid Reference ST1066. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay
Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay
Whitmore Bay, Barry Island
Whitmore Bay, Barry Island
Fetch! Owner and dog alongside the old harbour wall.
Fetch!
Owner and dog alongside the old harbour wall.
Pigeons ready for the race … or just having a natter?
Pigeons ready for the race
… or just having a natter?
Fallen rocks Unstable cliff face at Barry Island.
Fallen rocks
Unstable cliff face at Barry Island.
Remains of Roman building, The Knapp Bases of the limestone walls of a late Roman building around a central courtyard; of uncertain function. Situated next to the Wales Coast Path amongst modern dwellings. For a better view of the far end of the site - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/272229">ST0966 : Roman Villa</a>.
Remains of Roman building, The Knapp
Bases of the limestone walls of a late Roman building around a central courtyard; of uncertain function. Situated next to the Wales Coast Path amongst modern dwellings. For a better view of the far end of the site - ST0966 : Roman Villa.
Roman remains, the Knap On the bank near the Knap car park are the remains of a large Roman building, believed to have been constructed c 290 A.D. Limestone and brick was taken from the site in the Middle Ages and used to build Barry Castle.
Roman remains, the Knap
On the bank near the Knap car park are the remains of a large Roman building, believed to have been constructed c 290 A.D. Limestone and brick was taken from the site in the Middle Ages and used to build Barry Castle.
Wales Coast Path near the Knap, Barry A steep hill to the top of Bull Cliff
Wales Coast Path near the Knap, Barry
A steep hill to the top of Bull Cliff
Houses on Marine Drive Above Bull Cliff
Houses on Marine Drive
Above Bull Cliff
Porthkerry Beach and Bull Cliff Porthkerry beach and Bull Cliff looking north east towards Cold Knapp.
Porthkerry Beach and Bull Cliff
Porthkerry beach and Bull Cliff looking north east towards Cold Knapp.
Walking with two poles The bridge is still in use, carrying the Vale of Glamorgan line from Barry to Bridgend.
Walking with two poles
The bridge is still in use, carrying the Vale of Glamorgan line from Barry to Bridgend.
Public footpath Path through Porthkerry Park.
Public footpath
Path through Porthkerry Park.
Horse chestnut blossom
Horse chestnut blossom
Woodland steps Steps down into Cwm Barri and Porthkerry Park.
Woodland steps
Steps down into Cwm Barri and Porthkerry Park.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the wall SW side of Pontypridd Road. It marks a point 54.811m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the wall SW side of Pontypridd Road. It marks a point 54.811m above mean sea level.
Railway bridge, Porthkerry Country Park Near the entrance to the park.
On the Vale of Glamorgan railway line.
Railway bridge, Porthkerry Country Park
Near the entrance to the park. On the Vale of Glamorgan railway line.
The Knap View across the bay at Cold Knap towards Porthkerry.
The Knap
View across the bay at Cold Knap towards Porthkerry.
Folded sedimentary rocks As I understand it, sedimentary rock folding occurs when sedimentary rocks bend to form either a U shape or an upside-down U shape. This occurs when forces from tectonic plates moving against each other cause the rocks to bend.
Folded sedimentary rocks
As I understand it, sedimentary rock folding occurs when sedimentary rocks bend to form either a U shape or an upside-down U shape. This occurs when forces from tectonic plates moving against each other cause the rocks to bend.
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Barry Harbour is located at Grid Ref: ST1066 (Lat: 51.391656, Lng: -3.2833172)

Unitary Authority: The Vale of Glamorgan

Police Authority: South Wales

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.391656,-3.2833172
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Lat/Long: 51.3897389/-3.2855456
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.3939618/-3.2826571
Fast Food
O'Shea's
Addr Postcode: CF62 5TQ
Addr Street: Paget Road
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Fhrs Id: 966902
Source: survey
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.3903867/-3.2774931
Beachcomber
Shop: gift
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.3902915/-3.2780302
Fast Food
Fish 'N' Chips
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Note: Closed at time of survey (unknown whether it was closed for winter or closed permanently?)
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.3903521/-3.2777287
Fast Food
Boofy's
Addr Postcode: CF62 5TQ
Addr Street: Paget Road
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Fhrs Id: 966363
Source: survey
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.3903715/-3.2776109
Island Leisure
Leisure: amusement_arcade
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.3903237/-3.2778812
Boat Shop
Note: Closed at time of survey (unknown whether it was closed for winter or closed permanently?)
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.3902634/-3.2781584
Bench
Backrest: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.3885867/-3.2798648
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 5720AWA11831
Naptan NaptanCode: vglgdtj
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 95;96;100;B3;X5;X45
Shelter: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.3938467/-3.2865945
Post Box
Mapillary: 1980730818775433
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: CF62 11
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2021-06-27
Lat/Long: 51.3937622/-3.2862286
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.3955976/-3.2854995
Seamark Light Category: vertical
Seamark Light Character: F
Seamark Light Colour: green
Seamark Light Height: 5
Seamark Light Multiple: 2
Seamark Light Range: 5
Seamark Light Reference: A 5411
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 51.3896621/-3.2858024
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.394557/-3.2848484
Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 51.3958207/-3.2843652
Railway: buffer_stop
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Railway: buffer_stop
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Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 51.3960066/-3.2836002
Barrier: block
Lat/Long: 51.3929525/-3.2779597
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.3938178/-3.2780911
Man Made: flagpole
Lat/Long: 51.3889461/-3.2810776
Barrier: block
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.3931716/-3.2771505
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.3938867/-3.2780808
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.394131/-3.2780667
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Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.3942082/-3.2780145
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Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.3940908/-3.2776628
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Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.3940784/-3.277542
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Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.3937815/-3.2776336
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 51.3937282/-3.2776784
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 51.3950355/-3.2786716
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.3929462/-3.2765711
Traffic Signals
Lat/Long: 51.3938187/-3.2856942
Traffic Signals
Lat/Long: 51.3939294/-3.2857821
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.3911186/-3.2772024
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.3911422/-3.27706
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.3908251/-3.2770408
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.390848/-3.2769176
Little Island Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 51.388103/-3.2834459
Old Harbour
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 51.3919571/-3.2838492
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.3948911/-3.2824421
Access: no
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.3941087/-3.2783481
Muscle & Fitness Gym
Leisure: fitness_centre
Lat/Long: 51.3910161/-3.2764713
The Rockshop
Shop: yes
Lat/Long: 51.3909755/-3.2765812
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: CF62 10D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.3947776/-3.2884453
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Lat/Long: 51.3954405/-3.2867351
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Lat/Long: 51.395385/-3.2863612
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 51.3947246/-3.2877435
Charging Station
Capacity: 3
Mapillary: 153142160472858
Note: See also: https://www.cardiffcapitalregion.wales/investment-opps/green-energy/
Opening Hours: 24/7
Operator: Cardiff Capital Region
Socket Ccs: 1
Socket Ccs Output: 50 kW
Socket Chademo: 1
Socket Chademo Output: 50 kW
Socket Type2: 1
Socket Type2 Output: 43 kW
Lat/Long: 51.3906561/-3.2773376
Bench
Backrest: yes
Mapillary: 681570386611117
Lat/Long: 51.3927607/-3.2792942
Bicycle Repair Station
Mapillary: 439877267930828
Operator: NHS/GIG;Bro Morgannwg
Service Bicycle Pump: yes
Service Bicycle Stand: yes
Service Bicycle Tools: yes
Valves: sclaverand;dunlop
Lat/Long: 51.3927791/-3.2791821
Direction: 215
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.3932768/-3.2880416
Direction: 35
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 4
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.3929279/-3.2883199
Direction: 125
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 3
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.3928994/-3.2883286
Direction: 215
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 4
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.3928908/-3.2883802
Direction: 215
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 14
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.39174/-3.2899822
Direction: S
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.3948697/-3.2880262
Direction: 215
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 12
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.3954136/-3.2871725
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 51.3922306/-3.2761849
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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