EVENTS

Our Events

The Society holds events throughout the year which are usually open to both Members and Non-Members. With monthly presentation talks, guided local walks and more on offer, and topics covering history, heritage, modern times and even the future, these events are usually Penarth focused, but sometimes we have guest speakers who just have an interesting story of their own to tell, or a local project or initiative they would like to promote.

Our Sub-Groups' & Cross-Community Collaboration Events

Our sub-groups also occasionally hold events, and sometimes we team up with other local groups and organisations to host or participate in events and activities with them. We will also list these here.

SEE BELOW for our current programme.

Don't forget to also check our Facebook Pages for event updates

For past events, click here

2025 Events Programme

March

Mon 24th -PYC: History of Penarth Yacht Club - Part 2 - Alan Thorne (@Penarth Yacht Club)

April

Start of Bat Watch Walks (FOVS: Apr-Oct - dates, sunset start times & locations TBC via Facebook & Whatsapp ~1 week prior)
Mon 7th - Date for this event at Penarth Yacht Club has been changed to May 12th
Wed 9th - FOVS: 6th Anniversary
Thu 17th - PCS: Annual General Meeting plus presentation on Penarth Heritage Trail project
Thu 17th - International Bat Appreciation Day (No walk due to above clash)

May

LOCAL & COMMUNITY HISTORY MONTH (events TBC)
Mon 5th - Date for this event at Penarth Yacht Club has been changed to September 8th
Sat 10th - FOVS: Spring Plant & Cake Sale @ Victoria Sq
Mon 12th - PYC: History of Penarth Yacht Club - Part 3 - Alan Thorne (@Penarth Yacht Club)
Wed 14th - FOVS: AGM @ Victoria Sq
Thu 15th - PCS: Pubs of Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan - Graham Loveluck-Edwards

June

Sat 07th - FOVS: National Garden Scheme showcasing of Victoria Square
Thu 19th - PCS: The Life of Constance Maillard - Brenda Gibbins

July

TBC (Sat 12th?) - PCS: Promotional Stand @ Penarth Summer Festival
Sun 13th - PCS: Annual Guided Walk - Penarth Town Centre - Alan Thorne

August

TBC - Collaboration with Penarth Library for their 120th Anniversary

September

Mon 8th - PYC: History of Penarth Yacht Club - Part 4 - Alan Thorne (@Penarth Yacht Club)
Thu 18th - PCS: The Headland Walkway Project - Alun Michael

October

Sat (TBC) - FOVS: Autumn Cake & Plant Sale @ Victoria Sq
Thu 16th - PCS: Annual Cheese & Wine Evening with Alan Thorne
21st-26th - International Bat Week (Watch Walks TBC)

November

Wed 5th - PCS: 39th Anniversary (current society)
Thu 20th - PCS: The Windsor Clive Family and Penarth - Chris Riley
29th Nov - 24th Dec - FOVS: Lanterns In the Square at Victoria Square

December

TBC - FOVS & PCS: 'Carols in the Square' at Victoria Square

Pending Scheduling (dates & confirmation TBC)

130yr marking of Penarth Pier Opening (anniversary date is 6th April).
120yr marking of Penarth Library Opening (anniversary date is in August)
Alan Thorne Talk - The History of Penarth Pier, (for 130yrs open anniversary) - (@ Penarth Pier Pavilion)
Penarth Original Town Trails Revisited (POTTR) project - releases of newly reformatted versions & new trails.

More events may be added at a later date. Please check back regularly. Full details and registration / ticket options will be added below soon.

Attendance Fees

Tickets available for reservation via each event listing &/ on the door where available

(excluding Special and 3rd Party events which must be booked in advance).

Cash & Card/NFC Accepted. £Donations also welcome

MEMBERS

(All Types)

Regular: Free

Special: Event Fee Only

Open: Free (£Donations welcome)

3rd Party: 3rd Party Fee [+ Ticket Processing Fee]

Sub Groups: Variable

NON-MEMBERS

Age: 26+ / 18-25 / Under 18

Regular: £3 / £2 / Free

Special: Event Fee + Regular Fee

Open: Free (£Donations welcome)

3rd Party: 3rd Party Fee [+ Ticket Processing Fee]

Sub Groups: Variable

Attendance Fees

Event Types

REGULAR (R)

An ordinary event held on one of our usual 3rd Thursdays of the Month.

Event Fees: Members - Free

Non-members - Entry Fee (see below)

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING REQUESTED

Tickets should be booked in advance to ensure your entry. Tickets may be available on the door, subject to venue capacity.

SPECIAL (S)

These are any events that include a special attendance fee for all (e.g. our Annual Cheese & Wine).

Event Fees: Members - Event Fee Only

Non Members - Event Fee + Regular Entry fee

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED

Tickets must be booked in advance.

Walk-ins may not be possible.

Payment may also be required in advance

OPEN

An open event is usually one that is free and open to all. £Donations however are welcome.

Event Fees: Free for all

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING OPTIONAL

Online ticket reservation will still be available as this will help us to know in advance how many attendees are likely to be there.

GUIDED WALKS (G)

Outdoor local area walking tours. Topics include Local History &/ Environment & Nature.

Event Fees: Tours may carry a fee.

Booking: May require pre-booking.

THIRD PARTY (3P)

These are events hosted on our behalf by a 3rd party host &/ location. They may charge a fee which we will have to charge to all attendees, including members. A ticket processing fee may be added, depending on payment method.

Event Fees: 3rd Party Prices

Booking: ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED

Tickets must be booked in advance.

Walk-ins will not be possible.

Payment may also be required in advance.

SUB GROUPS

Attendance fees and pre-booking for their events will vary. PCS Membership discounts do not apply. See individual listings for details.

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Please note details of events may change prior to promotional period. Events where we ask you to register your attendance, registration will open at least one month prior to allow this. Registration is not always mandatory, except where we are charging a fee for all attendees or using an external provider where we have to book numbers and pay them a fee.

Event Locations

St Augustine's Church Hall

Albert Rd
Indoor Location
This location is wheelchair accessible, ground floor hall with a capacity of 80.
Toilets (inc. disabled).
Basic refreshments of hot beverages served by us. Check with server for allergy options.
Regular Events (unless stated otherwise)

Guided Walks

Outdoor Locations
Routes vary around Penarth and surrounds.
Walks are designed to not be taxing.
Wheelchair accessibility on most routes, with possible alternatives sought where applicable.
No toilets but nearest will be indicated.
Bring own refreshments and please dress appropriately for the weather.
See event listing for starting location.
Nearby parking is on the streets with limited disabled parking close by.

Penarth Library

Please see VoGC website* for details

[Friends of] Victoria Square

Outdoor Location
Flat parkland with paths throughout. Some events may take place on the grassed areas which can be difficult for wheelchairs if muddy.
Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress
Toilets may be available if church is open for access, otherwise no on-site facilities
Refreshments will only be served at certain events.
For night events please bring a torch
No on-site parking but may be possible in surrounding streets.

[Friends of] St Joseph's Park

Outdoor Location
Sloped parkland but with gentle winding path.
Please wear sensible footwear for terrain and dress
No onsite toilets.
For night events please bring a torch
No onsite parking or parking along lower road. parking may be restricted in upper streets.

[Friends of] Arcot Triangle

Outdoor Location
Small parkland with paths. Suitable for wheelchairs to pass through but some stepped access into planting areas.
No onsite toilets
No on-site parking but parking may be available in surrounding streets.

Railway Path [Project]