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Vale of Glamorgan

Easy hikes and walks in the Vale of Glamorgan

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Exploring Vale of Glamorgan on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in the Vale of Glamorgan. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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1. Cardiff Bay Jetty Lookout – Cardiff Barrage loop from Penarth

4.20km

01:04

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Ogmore-by-Sea Beach – View of Dunraven Bay loop from Ogmore-by-Sea

7.30km

01:57

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Monknash Beach – Winston's Barrow loop from Monknash

6.85km

01:50

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. West Farm Coffeehouse – Ogmore-by-Sea Beach loop from Southerndown

5.74km

01:33

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. St Peter's Church Penarth – Cosmeston Medieval Village loop from Morristown

6.23km

01:36

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Pysgodlyn Mawr – Hensol Forest loop from Trerhyngyll

4.16km

01:05

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Penarth Pier and Pavilion – Barry Island Promenade loop from Penarth

6.38km

01:39

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Alexandra Park – Penarth Pier and Pavilion loop from Penarth

4.06km

01:04

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Tresilian Bay – Penryn Bay loop from Llantwit Major

4.99km

01:17

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Nash Point Lighthouse loop from St Donats

4.75km

01:14

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in the Vale of Glamorgan

1. Cardiff Bay Jetty Lookout – Cardiff Barrage loop from Penarth

2. Ogmore-by-Sea Beach – View of Dunraven Bay loop from Ogmore-by-Sea

3. Monknash Beach – Winston's Barrow loop from Monknash

4. West Farm Coffeehouse – Ogmore-by-Sea Beach loop from Southerndown

5. St Peter's Church Penarth – Cosmeston Medieval Village loop from Morristown

6. Pysgodlyn Mawr – Hensol Forest loop from Trerhyngyll

7. Penarth Pier and Pavilion – Barry Island Promenade loop from Penarth

8. Alexandra Park – Penarth Pier and Pavilion loop from Penarth

9. Tresilian Bay – Penryn Bay loop from Llantwit Major

10. Nash Point Lighthouse loop from St Donats

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