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Cardiff Bay Barrage Locks – Roath Basin Bridge loop from Cardiff Bay

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Cardiff Bay Barrage Locks – Roath Basin Bridge loop from Cardiff Bay

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5.0

(2)

405

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Cardiff Bay Barrage Locks – Roath Basin Bridge loop from Cardiff Bay

00:47

7.45km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

971 m

Norwegian Church, Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Religious Site

This Norwegian Church harks back to a time of trade between Norway and Wales. Roald Dahl was also baptised here.

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2

1.00 km

Norwegian Church Arts Centre and Nordic Coffee Shop

Highlight • Religious Site

The church was built in recognition of the friendship and trade with Norway. The building stands out with its Nordic architecture.

Roald Dahl was christened here and along the bay, you can also find Dahl's Very Large Alligator

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3

1.60 km

Cardiff Bay Aqua Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Not had a chance to have a go on this, but looks like should be quite the challenge. Should be an enjoyable afternoon with friends!

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4

2.30 km

The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

Highlight • Monument

The Enormous Crocodile statue in Cardiff Bay is a playful tribute to the beloved character from Roald Dahl’s story. It adds a touch of fun to the waterfront area and celebrates Dahl’s connection to Cardiff, where he was born.

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5

2.99 km

Cardiff Bay Barrage Locks

Highlight • Bridge

Each lock is crossed by a Bascule bridge, to carry pedestrians and vehicles across. These are lifted for boats to pass. The weight of the bridge deck is counterbalanced by an overhead weight on the opposite side of the pivot.

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6

3.86 km

Cardiff Bay Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewing platform in Penarth gives excellent views over the whole of Cardiff Bay

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7

6.38 km

Roath Basin Bridge

Highlight • Rest Area

with Folded artitecture

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8

6.75 km

The Senedd

Highlight • Monument

The plenary sessions of the Welsh regional parliament take place here.

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B

7.45 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.82 km

2.01 km

492 m

106 m

Surfaces

4.41 km

2.84 km

109 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 11 October

18°C

14°C

68 %

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Comments

December 31, 2025,Run along Cardiff Bay

Beautiful day for a final run in 2025. Happy New Year! ❤️🎉

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