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Welcome to our Newsletter Archive!

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Vineyards in the Vale
Food & Drink
Food & Drink

Vineyards in the Vale

From rolling countryside to award-winning wines, the Vale of Glamorgan is home to four unique vineyards.

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Churches of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast
Itineraries
Itineraries

Churches of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast

The Glamorgan Heritage Coast Churches are a family of churches shaped by faith, history, landscape, and community.

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On a culinary trail in the Vale

Travel Writer Phoebe Smith is hot on the innovative culinary trail in the Vale of Glamorgan…

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On the trail of tall tales in the Vale

Many of the tales of the Vale are legendary. Intrigued, we went in search of the truth in the Vale of Glamorgan

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Beyond Barry Island...

Beyond Barry Island..

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Stargazing in the Vale

Right here in the Vale of Glamorgan we have one of the top dark sky destinations at Nash Point.

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Vale Ceremonies - Planning your wedding in the Vale

Inspiration for your big day. We've got a super selection of inspiring wedding venues for you to choose from

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Autumn vibes in the Vale of Glamorgan

Discover autumn in the Vale of Glamorgan, with golden woodlands, coastal walks, cosy pubs and spooky family adventures.

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A message in a Gin bottle

Alun Wyn Jones OBE markes the opening of Hensol Gin by burying a time capsule replicating one found buried on site 1848

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Telling Stories in Barry

The Vale's coastline, woods and farmland, are teeming with myths and legends from long ago.

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Must-see film & TV locations

Film crews are a familiar sight usually working on productions that feature the region’s natural beauty.

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What’s the Vale’s link with Marconi?

On 13 May 1897 Guglielmo Marconi transmitted a radio signal across open sea from Lavernock Point to Flat Holm Island.

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The Knap and Porthkerry Circular trail

A pretty circular walk from the Knap to Porthkerry and back taking in lots of nature and some wonderful views

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We love dogs

We are dog friendly, make the most of your staycation and bring your four-legged friend with you.

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