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Where to start...? In a county that could almost be described as one enormous country park, there's a wide variety to suit everyone. 🌼⛲ From Victorian and Edwardian, to medieval and modern, including some that hold lively and popular annual music festivals! 🎵 There's leafy-green woodlands, lakes, and of course beaches. Plenty of choice, and many fully accessible expanses to enjoy. 🌻 Read more about the Vale Parks and Gardens trail here - www.visitthevale.com/inspiration/parks-and-gardens-trail #walesbytrails #llwybrau #visitthevale #visitwales

The Vale of Glamorgan's sunrises and sunsets are simply breathtaking 🌅🌇 Here are just some of our favourites... 📍Penarth @halfwit0.5 📍Dunraven Bay @martin_creative66 📍Penarth @roundbyme 📍Dunraven Bay @dazsphotography1 📍Penarth @mikeyjp 📍Southerndown @this.girlwalks 📍Southerndown @imageswithadam #visitthevale

💫 Have you seen our latest competition?🌟 Head over to the Visit the Vale page on Facebook to win a dog friendly weekend in the Vale with @theroostonrockroad and @sealands_farm_cottages 🐾🐶 To win a wonderful short break in beautiful surroundings including a meal at The Roost, go to ➡️ www.facebook.com/visitthevale 📸 If you fancy sharing a photo of your furry friend too, head over to @pawsinthevale - that would be pawsome!! 🐾 #visitthevale #pawsinthevale

The annual feast for foodies in the picturesque town of Cowbridge returns the 28th/29th May 🍔🍗 The two day festival takes place across the town, with the main venues at the Arthur John Car Park, North Rd, and the Old Hall Gardens. Enjoy a fantastic range of hot and cold food stalls, drinks and plenty of entertainment for the younger visitors! 🥪🥤 For all the delicious details, visit - www.facebook.com/CowbridgeFDF

#NationalWalkingMonth - the perfect weather for walking. Chris Jones leads his 4th and final walk on his series of May Walks this weekend. Join him for a wonderful walk around Ogmore By Sea and Southerndown, with good company, food and drink, historical speakers plus a few surprises! Book Here! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../may-walks-in-the-vale-of... For more on all our walks in the Vale, take a look at at our website. https://www.visitthevale.com/see-do/walking

@barryfornia returns to Barry Island this Sunday from 10am! 🚐 The mini festival features Cal-look inspired Old School Cool, pre-90s vehicles and rides including: Aircooled+, hotrod, scooters, low rider bikes, early water-cooled cool. Take part in the best-in show awards, enjoy food traders, independent makers, DJ, official merchandise, refreshments and not forgetting Barry Island beach and amusements – all welcome! #barry #barryisland #visitthevale

🎉 Join Gwyl Fach Y Fro 2023 on Barry Island this Saturday! 🌊 🎶 Live music, stalls, sports, a bar, and delicious food await you along the promenade. 📅 Date: Saturday, May 20th ⏰ Time: Festivities start at 11am See you there! 🎊✨ @gwylfachyfro

🌟 Accommodation of the Month 🌟 This month we are pleased to feature @hide.wales unique, peaceful, luxury on the Glamorgan Heritage Coastline. Here you can explore a stunning part of the Welsh coast from six carefully crafted accommodation with an infectious appreciation of local culture, history and art creating a perfect retreat for relaxation 🌊 🌟 Tresilian Wood’ is the name of hide’s site with its small arboretum occupying seven and a half acres adjacent to St. Donats Castle. 🌟 The Pavilion, with its 5-meter window revealing an expansive view of the Jurassic coastline. The Walden Lodge with commissioned art depicting a strong connection to Welsh migration. These are the larger accommodations. 🌟 Also hides three romantic snug cabans are tucked between trees, bushes and wildflowers offering uninterrupted views of the wild seas, whilst the Bugail hut is hiding in the arboretum. To find out more about this beautfil getaway, visit www.visitthevale.com/accommodation/HideatStDonats #stayinthevale #stayinwales #visitwales #visitthevale #stdonats #glamorganheritagecoast

Penarth Pier looking as stunning as ever #PenarthPier #Penarth #Pier

Enjoy a back to back weekend of free events at Barry Island this month! 🚐🎶 On Saturday 20th May @gwylfachyfro returns with live music, food and drink, sports and workshops 🎵🍻 And on Sunday 21st May @barryfornia brings vintage rides to the prom, featuring VWs, Hot Rods, BMX and more! 🚐☀️ #mayevents #valeofglamorgan #visitthevale

Happy National Walking Month! 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ From stunning views to local wildlife, the Vale Trails offer the perfect opportunity to stay active and enjoy the great outdoors. 🌳🌼 So, put on your walking shoes and discover the beauty of the Vale this May! #NationalWalkingMonth #ValeTrails #visitthevale

Looking for an adventure? Look no further than the Vale of Glamorgan! With @visitwales Year of the Trails in full swing, there's never been a better time to explore all the amazing trails this beautiful area has to offer! 🌊🏰 From Beach Trails to Castle Trails and the Art Trail, there's something for everyone! And with more trails to be released throughout the year, there's always something new to discover. Check out our trails here- www.visitthevale.com/inspiration-categories/trails Don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag #WalesByTrails #Llwybrau to share your adventures with us!