Images of Barry To view the full size images, click on the thumbnail pictures below. Use the Back button on your browser to return to this page. 2003 Aberthaw Power Station The site of a golf course 100 years ago, the power station now dominates the area. The Glamorgan Coast Heritage Path runs behind the seawall to Rhoose and Porthkerry. Inland is a huge ash tip, a new mountain created over the last 20 years. 15/05/2003 All Saints Church All Saints Church, nave built in 1908, with the chancel and tower added in 1915 and designed by E.M.Bruce Vaughan of Cardiff. Located at the junction of Park Road, Park Crescent and St. Nicholas Road. 15/05/2003 All Saints Church All Saints Church, nave built in 1908, with the chancel and tower added in 1915 and designed by E.M.Bruce Vaughan of Cardiff. Located at the junction of Park Road, Park Crescent and St. Nicholas Road. 15/05/2003 Amy Evans Hospital, Holton Road Once planned for use as an Hotel, and taken over in 1898 by Sister Amy Evans as a voluntary hospital for the destitute sick and dying. It had nine beds. 05/11/2003 Barry Architecture Romilly Park Road shows a wide variety of architectural styles in a short length of road, ranging from post-war "Gentleman's Villas" to much more modern "Art-deco" styles. 15/09/2003 Barry Architecture Romilly Park Road shows a wide variety of architectural styles in a short length of road, ranging from post-war "Gentleman's Villas" to much more modern "Art-deco" styles. 15/09/2003 Barry Architecture Romilly Park Road shows a wide variety of architectural styles in a short length of road, ranging from post-war "Gentleman's Villas" to much more modern "Art-deco" styles. 15/09/2003 Barry Cenotaph Located in front of the Memorial Hall. 15/09/2003 Barry Cenotaph Located in front of the Memorial Hall. 15/09/2003 Barry Cenotaph Located in front of the Memorial Hall. 15/09/2003 Barry Dock Offices Home to parts of the Vale of Glamorgan County Borough Council. 15/09/2003 Barry Dock Pierhead The pierhead where pleasure cruises on paddle steamers landed passengers on a floating pontoon. The pontoon sank and was removed in the 1970's. The jetty is now used by Pilot vessels, the lifeboat crew and the Flat Holm Project vessel. 15/05/2003 Barry Dock Western Breakwater The number of moorings for small boats in the lee of the western breakwater shows the popularity in leisure sailing. The lifeboat slipway is on the right, although the current lifeboat is kept on a deep water mooring. 15/05/2003 Barry Dock Western Breakwater The breakwaters provide sheltered access to Barry dock. In the background are the islands of Flat Holm and Steep Holm, plus the landmarks of Brean Down and Brent Knoll on the North Somerset coast. 15/05/2003 Barry Dock Western Breakwater The breakwaters provide sheltered access to Barry dock. In the background are Sully Island and the islands of Flat Holm and Steep Holm, plus the landmarks of Brean Down and Brent Knoll on the North Somerset coast. 15/05/2003 Barry Docks, Basin and Locks. The 'New' or 'No.2' dock was opened in 1898, and was entered by a channel from the old dock. The basin allowed vessels up to 80' entry, but the Lady Windsor Lock, also opened in 1898 was limited to 65'. 15/05/2003 Barry Docks, Basin and Locks. The eastern end of the No.1 dock was a large open space used to turn ships. The nearest lock gates are on the dry docks, used by C.H. Bailey for ship repairs until they closed in 1983. 15/05/2003 Barry Docks, Basin and Locks. The No.2 dock is still used for chemical shipments to and from the chemical plants on Cadoxton moors. The Atlantic Mills, owned by Rank Hovis are also on the edge of the No.2 dock. 15/05/2003 Barry Dry Dock The dry docks were used by C.H. Bailey for ship repairs until they closed in 1983. 15/05/2003 Barry Dry Dock The dry docks were used by C.H. Bailey for ship repairs until they closed in 1983. The redevelopment of the dockland started in the late 1990's can be seen in the background. More housing! 15/05/2003 Barry Garden Suburb Built between 1914 and the 1930's, the Garden Suburb is still a popular place to live. 12/11/2003 Barry Harbour With the Arun Class lifeboat, various Pilot Vessels, and in the background, Sully Island, Flat Holm and Weston Super-Mare. 16/11/2003 Barry Island Beach An unseasonably warm November day on Whitmore Bay 16/11/2003 Barry Island Beach An unseasonably warm November day on Whitmore Bay. There should be no vehicles on the Promenade, but this obviously doesn't apply to R253 NRR. 16/11/2003 Barry Island Junior School Built around the start of the 20th century on the junction of Archer Road and Clive Road. 15/05/2003 Barry Island Kite Shop The Kite Shop on Barry Island Promenade. 15/09/2003 Barry Island Mosaic Located on the side of the Tourist Information Centre on Barry Island Promenade. 15/09/2003 Barry Island Promenade An unseasonably warm November day. 16/11/2003 Barry Memorial Hall Home to the Barry Town Council, and subject to much heated debate in 2003 about the name "The Memo". 15/09/2003 Barry Memorial Hall Home to the Barry Town Council, and subject to much heated debate in 2003 about the name "The Memo". 15/09/2003 Barry Old Harbour The old port of Barry, from "The Ostry", later "The Sign of the Ship", and now just "The Ship" - all hostelries! 05/11/2003 Barry Old Harbour Barry Island, from "The Ostry". Most of the boats float at high tide. 05/11/2003 Barry Old Harbour Friars Point, Barry Island, from "The Ostry". This boat does not float at high tide, and has been condemned as unsafe by the Council, and another landmark will soon be gone! 05/11/2003 Barry Old Harbour The Tump at Cold Knap Point, from "The Ostry". The old public conveniences and the Rowing Club are still visible, but poorly! 05/11/2003 Barry Railway Pier Tunnel A tunnel through Redbrink Point was used to access the Pierhead station, and was opened in 1899. The last boat train left Barry Pier on 11th October 1971 and the station closed a week later. The tunnel was later bricked up and used as a rifle range. 15/05/2003 Barry Railway Pier Tunnel The tunnel through Redbrink Point was used to access the Pierhead station, opened in 1899. The last boat train left Barry Pier on 11th October 1971 and the station closed a week later. The tunnel was later bricked up and used as a rifle range. 15/05/2003 Barry Roofscape The view from the vicinity of Merthyr Dyfan, down the valley across Gibbonsdown towards Cadoxton. 15/05/2003 Barry Roofscape The view from the vicinity of Merthyr Dyfan, across the valley towards Barry Road and the cemetary. 15/05/2003 Bethel Baptist Church The original church, a temporary building of wood and corrugated iron, was built in 1893. The newer stone chapel replaced it later at the same location, at the junction of Harbour Road, Park Crescent and St. Nicholas Road. 15/05/2003 Blue Anchor Inn, Aberthaw Founded in 1380, the Blue Anchor Inn is a popular local watering hole, its restaurant and real ales attracting customers from some distance. 15/05/2003 Bonfire Night Preparation for the Annual Bonfire Night fireworks display at Friar's Point, Barry Island 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night Preparation for the Annual Bonfire Night fireworks display at Friar's Point, Barry Island. Fireworks supplied by Pains. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night Preparation for the Annual Bonfire Night fireworks display at Friar's Point, Barry Island. Fireworks supplied by Pains. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night Preparation for the Annual Bonfire Night fireworks display at Friar's Point, Barry Island. Fireworks supplied by Pains. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night Preparation for the Annual Bonfire Night fireworks display at Friar's Point, Barry Island. Fireworks supplied by Pains. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night Preparation for the Annual Bonfire Night fireworks display at Friar's Point, Barry Island. Fireworks supplied by Pains. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night A strong onshore wind may cause a particular firework to bounce onto spectators at the beach - a cause for some concern from the fireworks team. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night With about four hours to go, the fireworks display is starting to take shape. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night With about four hours to go, the fireworks display is starting to take shape. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night With about four hours to go, the fireworks display is starting to take shape. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night With about four hours to go, the fireworks display is starting to take shape. The fireworks are set off electrically. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night With about four hours to go, the fireworks display is starting to take shape. The fireworks are set off electrically. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Bonfire Night The Annual Bonfire Night, organised by the Barry Rotary Club. 05/11/2003 Cadoxton Board School Cadoxton school opened in 1879 was extened in 1887 and 1891 15/05/2003 Cadoxton Methodist Church Cadoxton Methodist Church - I think! 15/05/2003 Cadoxton Moors Chemical Industries From the high point of Victoria Park, the chemical works on Cadoxton Moors dominate the southern skyline. Companies such as BP, DOW Corning, Vopak, EVC and Borden are represented here. 15/05/2003 Cadoxton Roofscape From the high point of Victoria Park, Cadoxton, the northern aspect is dominated by the huge number of houses that have been built on Churchfields and Pencoedtre Woods. In the valley foreground is the Old Village of Cadoxton. 15/05/2003 Cadoxton Roofscape From the high point of Victoria Park, Cadoxton, the southern view is of pre-1914 housing, with the railway and docks behind. The huge building on the south side of the No.2 dock is the Rank Hovis Atlantic Mills. 15/05/2003 Cadoxton Roofscape From the high point of Victoria Park, Cadoxton, the southern view is of pre-1914 housing, with the railway and docks behind. The huge building on the south side of the No.2 dock is the Rank Hovis Atlantic Mills. 15/05/2003 Cadoxton Roofscape From the high point of Victoria Park, Cadoxton, the western aspect is shows the large number of houses that have been built on the Gibbonsdown and Pencoedtre areas. 15/05/2003 Cadoxton Roofscape From the high point of Victoria Park, Cadoxton, the north eastern vies is across Pencoedtre Woods towards Wenvoe. In the valley foreground is the Old Village of Cadoxton. 15/05/2003 Central Park, Barry Once a quarry, now in a poor state, but about to be refurbished. 07/11/2003 Central Park, Barry Once a quarry, now in a poor state, but about to be refurbished. 07/11/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Whitewell Road - An amazing display, with a collection box for the Noah's Ark Children's Hospital in Wales - so bring your loose change! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Whitewell Road - An amazing display, with a collection box for the Noah's Ark Children's Hospital in Wales - so bring your loose change! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Whitewell Road - An amazing display, with a collection box for the Noah's Ark Children's Hospital in Wales - so bring your loose change! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Winstone Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Elizabeth Avenue - a street where they obviously enjoy the Christmas Spirit! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Harlech Gardens 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Borough Avenue 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Colcot 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Port Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Meggitt Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Lydstep Road? 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Slade Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Barry Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Barry Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Caradoc Avenue 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Field View Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Barry Road area 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Iolo Place 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Iolo Place - another amazing collection of lights! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Iolo Place - another amazing collection of lights! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Iolo Place - another amazing collection of lights! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Iolo Place - another amazing collection of lights! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Westbury Close? 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Somewhere in Cadoxton! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Edmund Place? Laura Street? 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Ffordd Elin 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Someone always has to show off! Sully Moors Chemical Plants by night. 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Castleland Street 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry St Mary's Avenue 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Holton Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Holton Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Another fabulous display in Southey Street. Again, bring a donation for charity! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Another fabulous display in Southey Street. Again, bring a donation for charity! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Another fabulous display in Southey Street. Again, bring a donation for charity! 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Holton Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Civic Offices, Holton Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry High Street 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry High Street 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry High Street 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Woodstock Close? 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Ruthen Terrace 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Port Road 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Pendine Close. "Come back later - I haven't finished!" 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Shelley Crescent 15/12/2003 Christmas Lights in Barry Clive Road 15/12/2003 ChurchTerrace, Cadoxton Surrounding Cadoxton parish church are some of the oldest houses in Cadoxton and Barry, dating from the start of the 19th century, or earlier. 15/05/2003 Cold Knap Farmhouse (Cole Farm) Cold Knap farmhouse (Cole Farm) originated in the late 16th century as a house well-built out of local stone, with a fireplace and chimney, but only a single room. It was enlarged by 1600, and is now the oldest surviving house in Barry. 15/05/2003 Council Maintenance at The Knap The dozens of swans that spend much time at the Knap Lake have a rather messy effect. Fortunately a council road sweeping machine makes a fine guano scrubbing brush. 15/05/2003 Cwmciddy Sawmill in Porthkerry Country Park Details of the Cwmciddy sawmill, built around 1835 and restored in 1994. 15/05/2003 Cwmciddy Sawmill in Porthkerry Country Park The remains of the Cwmciddy sawmill, built around 1835 and restored in 1994. 15/05/2003 Dock View Road The original Barry Dock Hotel? 07/11/2003 Dock View Road David Binding (Canada) informs me that "This is the Old Missions to Seamen building on the corner of Dock View Road and Casteland Street? The side facing the docks housed a canteen serving tea and light refreshments and there was also a snooker table where I learned to waste my time profitably. The chapel entrance is further to the left up the side street, and features a bell tower with a cross on the top of the spire. The chapel was small, but cozy and comfortable. Although the building was closed many years ago, it brings back many fond memories for me. 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The streets off dock view road were some of the first built in Barry. 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The houses in dock view road were some of the first built in Barry. 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The houses in dock view road enjoy a view of - the docks. On the far side of the Number two dock is the Rank Atlantic Mills, and on the near side are Harris Pye Marine and S&K Haulage. 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The houses in dock view road also enjoy a view of the channel. The Atlantic Trading Estate is on the coast, and in the mist are Brean Down, Steep Holm and Brent Knoll. In the foreground is the Barry-Cardiff Railway line and the new docks link road. 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The Custom House and Mercantile Marine Offices 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The Custom House and Mercantile Marine Offices 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The Custom House and Mercantile Marine Offices 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The Custom House and Mercantile Marine Offices 07/11/2003 Dock View Road The end of Coronation Street. 07/11/2003 Engine Sheds, Barry Dock The disused engine sheds on Barry Dock. 07/11/2003 Evelyn Street, Barry One of the older streets in Barry. 07/11/2003 Gibbonsdown The Gibbonsdown Estate was built in the 1960's and 70's along similar lines to the Garden Suburb, but was not as successful. 05/11/2003 Gibbonsdown The Gibbonsdown Estate was built in the 1960's and 70's along similar lines to the Garden Suburb, but was not as successful, possibly due to a lack of owner-occupiers. 05/11/2003 Gibbonsdown and Barry Road The Gibbonsdown Estate was built in the 1960's and 70's, but parts of Barry road on the horizon are from the early 20th century. 05/11/2003 Gladstone Road Bridge The new Gladstone Road Bridge joining the Theatre Royal roundabout with the new development at The Waterfront. 07/11/2003 Gladstone Road Gardens With the Memorial Hall in the background. 05/11/2003 Gladstone Road Roofscape The view from Buttrills Road towards Tynewydd Road. The foreground roof is Gladstone Road School. 07/11/2003 Gladstone Road Roofscape The view from Buttrills Road towards Court Road. The old Fire Station tower, and one of the towers from the DOW plant on Cadoxton moors are prominent on the skyline. 07/11/2003 Gladstone Road Roofscape The view from Tynewydd Road towards the Bendricks. The clock tower of the Dock Offices is on the right. 07/11/2003 Gladstone Road Roofscape The view from Tynewydd Road towards the Bendricks. The eastern breakwater and, just beyond, Bendricks Rock are separated from the mainland by the water of the outer harbour. The skeletal remains of the Town Hall roof can be seen at the centre of the image 07/11/2003 Gladstone Road School Another prominent building from the start of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Gorsedd Circle The Gorsedd Circle overlooking Romilly Park dates from the 1920 Eisteddfod. Anyone know what it means? 15/09/2003 Gorsedd Circle The Gorsedd Circle overlooking Romilly Park dates from the 1920 Eisteddfod. 15/09/2003 Gorsedd Circle The Gorsedd Circle overlooking Romilly Park dates from the 1920 Eisteddfod. 15/09/2003 Gorsedd Circle The Gorsedd Circle overlooking Romilly Park dates from the 1920 Eisteddfod. 15/09/2003 Green Lawns, Gibbonsdown Part of the Gibbonsdown Estate, built in the 1960's and 70's. 05/11/2003 Haulfryn Fach, Old Village Road A few cottages survive (although much modified) from the 13th century Old Village Road. 15/05/2003 Haulfryn Fach, Old Village Road A few cottages survive (although much modified) from the 13th century Old Village Road. 15/05/2003 Heol Dewi Sant The view from Alexandra Gardens across the Number One dock, the tank farm, and the Island. 07/11/2003 High Street School Another prominent building from the start of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 High Street School This part is now a Welsh medium school. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view East along Holton Road from the top of the multi-storey car park. Most of the buildings date from the beginning of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view West from the top of the multi-storey car park across Tynewydd Road and towards the Buttrills. Many of the nearby buildings date from the beginning of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view South from the top of the multi-storey car park across Holton Road and towards the docks. Most of the buildings date from the beginning of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view West along Holton Road from the top of the multi-storey car park. Most of the buildings date from the beginning of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view South-West from the top of the multi-storey car park across Holton Road and towards the Island. Most of the buildings date from the beginning of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view West from the top of the multi-storey car park across the back of the terrace in Cora Street. Most of the buildings date from the beginning of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view West from the top of the multi-storey car park down Cora Street. Most of the buildings date from the beginning of the 20th century. 05/11/2003 Holton Road - View from the Top The view West from the top of the multi-storey across Tynewydd Road Church (1894) to the Memorial Hall (1932). 05/11/2003 Holton Road Mulit-Storey Car Park Built on the site of the old Police Station and Magistrates Court. 05/11/2003 Holton Road Mulit-Storey Car Park Built on the site of the old Police Station and Magistrates Court. 05/11/2003 Holton Road Nursery School Actually on Court Road, the building is dated 1895. 05/11/2003 Holton Road School The building is dated 1891 (apparently a year out!) and was reputed to be the largest school in Wales at that time, with a capacity for over 2,000 pupils. 05/11/2003 Holton Road School The building is dated 1891 (apparently a year out!) and was reputed to be the largest school in Wales at that time, with a capacity for over 2,000 pupils. 05/11/2003 Island Road The High Street area contains some of the oldest shops and houses in Barry. Beyond the tunnel is the docklands, leading to the Island. 07/11/2003 Jenner Park School Built around the start of the 20th Century. 05/11/2003 Knap Lido The Knap Pool is now in a terrible state, and awaits demolition. 09/11/2003 Knap Lido Redevelopment Plans for the redevelopment of the Knap Lido, posted September 2003 15/09/2003 Knap Lido Redevelopment Plans for the redevelopment of the Knap Lido, posted September 2003 15/09/2003 Knap Lido Redevelopment Plans for the redevelopment of the Knap Lido, posted September 2003 15/09/2003 Knap Lido Redevelopment Plans for the redevelopment of the Knap Lido, posted September 2003 15/09/2003 Merrie Friars, Barry Island Once a tearooms, then a pub and nightclub. 16/11/2003 Merthyr Dyfan Church St. Dyfan's church dates from the 12th or 13th century, with the tower being added around the 16th century. 15/05/2003 Merthyr Dyfan Church St. Dyfan's church dates from the 12th or 13th century, with the tower being added around the 16th century. 15/05/2003 Merthyr Dyfan Church St. Dyfan's church dates from the 12th or 13th century, with the tower being added around the 16th century. 15/05/2003 Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Mount Pleasant Baptist Church opened on 3rd March 1889. Prior to this the members had met in a room at Cadoxton Board School. 15/05/2003 Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Mount Pleasant Baptist Church opened on 3rd March 1889. Prior to this the members had met in a room at Cadoxton Board School. 15/05/2003 New Building at The Knap On the site of the Bindles Ballroom (and later, the Public House), new buildings, the chrome and aluminium blending tastefully with the surrounding dwellngs, spring up. Yet more housing. 15/05/2003 New Building at The Knap On the site of the Bindles Ballroom (and later, the Public House), new buildings, the chrome and aluminium blending tastefully with the surrounding dwellngs, spring up. Yet more housing. 15/05/2003 Number 1 Dock and Mole Started in 1884 and opened in 1889, the Barry Dock (later the 'old' or 'No.1' dock) was enlarged to the south to find a suitable foundation. This increased the size of the dock by about 50% and left room for the 'mole', adding useful quayside. 15/05/2003 Old Harbour, Barry The site of the ancient port of Barry lay in the western end of Barry Sound, in an area now occupied by the Old Harbour. In the 16th century (and probably earlier) the port’s facilities included the Ostry Tavern and a warehouse. 15/05/2003 Old Harbour, Barry The site of the ancient port of Barry lay in the area now occupied by the Old Harbour. The landing place was on the sheltered North shore. In the 16th century (and probably earlier) the port’s facilities included the Ostry Tavern and a warehouse. 15/05/2003 Old Harbour, Barry The ancient port of Barry lay in the western end of Barry Sound, the area now occupied by the Old Harbour. The harbour was dredged regularly until around the 1970's, but sand deposition has now covered the underlying mud. 15/05/2003 Pardoe Crescent Mansard dwellings built after the second world war. These were prefabricated in concrete. 07/11/2003 Pardoe Crescent Mansard dwellings built after the second world war. These were prefabricated in concrete. 07/11/2003 Philadelphia Baptist Chapel A Baptist chapel, Philadelphia, was first non-conformist church to be built in Barry around 1813, and the shell of this simple place of worship still stands in its graveyard near the King William IV inn. It's difficult to photograph! 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Church Porthkerry Church and graveyard in the village of Porthkerry, west of Barry. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park The kiddies playground at Porthkerry has a nice rustic feel to it. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park The 18 hole Pitch & Putt course at Porthkerry costs £3 for adults and £2 for children. It is another reason to visit this popular park. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park The main field at Porthkerry Park is ideal for field games, picnics, sunbathing, walking, cycling and more. Streams, ponds, woodland, wildlife trails, a beach, barbecue pits, a kiddies playground, and pitch & putt golf are some of the attractions. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Nightingale Cottage, home of the warden of Porthkerry Park. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Sheltered green paths form a network leading throughout Porthkerry Park. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Cwmciddy House in the Cwmciddy valley, which leads from Porthkerry Park to Port Road. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park The small valley (or Cwm) which leads from Porthkerry Park to Salisbury Road is another popular walk. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Viaduct The most spectacular feature of the Barry Railway was the viaduct in Porthkerry Park. Made of stone and with 13 arched spans of 50’ and three of 45’, it stands 110’ high and dominates the little valley that leads to the beach. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Viaduct The view from the beach at Porthkerry Park is dominated bt the Barry Railway Viaduct, finally opened in 1900 after subsidence problems. The 18-hole pitch & putt golf course is in the foreground. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Viaduct The line opened on 1st December 1897, but disaster struck on 10th January the following year when one of the piers slipped and that part of the line was closed at once. A loop line was made 2½ miles to the north and this was used while repairs were made. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Viaduct The line reopened for goods trains on 8th January 1900, and for passenger trains on 9th April. The problem was due to a combination of insufficient foundations, unsuitable cement and poor workmanship. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Country Park Viaduct Even from the East, the viaduct dominates the landscape. 15/05/2003 Porthkerry Road Methodist Church Originally worshipping at East Barry House, and then a cottage in Old Village Road, the Methodists purchased land on the corner of Romilly Road and Porthkerry Road, and met in a hall until the present church was built and dedicated in 1898. 15/05/2003 Queen Street The High Street area contains some of the oldest shops and houses in Barry. 07/11/2003 Railway Tunnel entrance to Barry Dock The original entrances to Barry Docks were via three railway tunnels, at Broad Street, Dock View Road, and Cadoxton. This one, at Broad Street, carried what was Island Road. 07/11/2003 Railway Tunnel entrance to Barry Dock Most of the older housing in Barry grew up near to the three original entrances to Barry Docks, at Broad Street, Dock View Road and Cadoxton. 07/11/2003 Roman Building at Glan-y-Mor, Barry There is evidence that the Roman building at Glan-y-Mor was built around the end of the second century AD. The building was originally composed of 22 rooms, arranged around a central courtyard. 15/05/2003 Roman Building at Glan-y-Mor, Barry Built of local Lias Limestone, it had a roof of pottery tiles. The absence of refinements such as a heating system, water supply or bath block, argue that the building had some official use. 15/05/2003 Roman Building at Glan-y-Mor, Barry The building was probably a store, and given its location, adjacent to a small harbour and with excellent views of the Bristol Channel, there may have been a naval connection. 15/05/2003 Roman Building at Glan-y-Mor, Barry It is thought that the building, if it was ever completed, was only in use for a short time before being stripped and demolished. 15/05/2003 Romilly Park Site of The Old Bandstand, demolished probably about 30 year ago. 13/09/2003 Rose Cottage, 10 Old Village Road A few cottages survive (although much modified) from the 13th century Old Village Road. The surrounding area is now heavily built-up, and photoraphy is difficult. 15/05/2003 Santa at Cowbridge A few weeks before Christmas, Santa Claus visits the town of Cowbridge, complete with his reindeer drawn sled. 30/11/2003 Santa at Cowbridge A few weeks before Christmas, Santa Claus visits the town of Cowbridge, complete with his reindeer drawn sled. 30/11/2003 Santa at Cowbridge A few weeks before Christmas, Santa Claus visits the town of Cowbridge, complete with his reindeer drawn sled and the Air Force Brass Band. 30/11/2003 Santa at Cowbridge A few weeks before Christmas, Santa Claus visits the town of Cowbridge, complete with his reindeer drawn sled. 30/11/2003 Santa at Cowbridge A few weeks before Christmas, Santa Claus visits the town of Cowbridge, complete with his reindeer drawn sled. 30/11/2003 Santa at Cowbridge A few weeks before Christmas, Santa Claus visits the town of Cowbridge, complete with his reindeer drawn sled. 30/11/2003 Ship Hotel The current Ship Hotel, fresh from an extensive refurbishment. In the not too distant past this pub was renowned as "the place" for underage drinkers. 05/11/2003 St Baruch's Chapel, Barry Island The pilgrimage chapel on Barry Island stood on the reported grave of a Celtic saint, thought to be an itinerant Irishman, Barruc alias Finbar, the patron saint of Cork. It is thought to date from the 12th century. 15/05/2003 St Baruch's Chapel, Barry Island There is an early legend that saint Barruc was a disciple of St. Cadoc of Llancarfan and was drowned while fetching a manual book from a Lenten retreat on Flat Holm. His body was washed up on the shore of Barry Island, and there he was buried. 15/05/2003 St Baruch's Chapel, Barry Island The chapel flourished during the pilgrimage revival in the 15th century when the cult of St. Barruc achieved widespread popularity. The chapel was abandoned in the early 16th century and the ruins were gradually engulfed by sand dunes. 15/05/2003 St Baruch's Chapel, Barry Island Excavation shows that the building was a tiny nave and apsidal chancel, some 5m by 3m overall, and was built on the site of an older burial ground. 15/05/2003 St Baruch's Church, Barry Island Located on the junction of Archer Road and Phyllis Street. 15/05/2003 St Cadoc's Church (Cadoxton Church) Cadoxton parish church was located on a low lying stream bank near the northern perimeter of the common. The church may have existed in the 12th century. 15/05/2003 St Cadoc's Church (Cadoxton Church) The church may have existed in the 12th century, and was later modified in the 15th century when the nave was rebuilt and lengthened, and a West tower added. A cross was erected in the churchyard. 15/05/2003 St Cadoc's Church (Cadoxton Church) The church was modified in the 15th century when the nave was rebuilt and lengthened, and a West tower added. A cross was erected in the churchyard. 15/05/2003 St Cadoc's Church (Cadoxton Church) Cadoxton parish church was located on a low lying stream bank near the northern perimeter of the common. It may have existed from the 12th century. 15/05/2003 St Dyfan Welsh Medium School? The old girls' Grammar School? 07/11/2003 St John Methodist Church, Barry Island Built in 1901? 15/05/2003 St Nicholas Church One of the oldest churches in Barry, with magnificent views of the Bristol Channel, it is now the home of the 6th Barry Sea Scout Group. 05/11/2003 St. Lythans Burial Chamber Believed to be around 6,000 years old, the communal burial chamber is one of two in the area. 15/05/2003 St. Lythans Burial Chamber Believed to be around 6,000 years old, the communal burial chamber is one of two in the area. 15/05/2003 St. Lythans Burial Chamber Believed to be around 6,000 years old, the communal burial chamber is one of two in the area. 15/05/2003 Statue of David Davies outside the Dock Offices Creator of the Barry Docks 15/09/2003 Statue of David Davies outside the Dock Offices Creator of the Barry Docks 15/09/2003 Statue of David Davies outside the Dock Offices Creator of the Barry Docks 15/09/2003 Statue of David Davies outside the Dock Offices Creator of the Barry Docks 15/09/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 Sully Moors Mill The remains of a windmill built in the 1760's by a Mr. Vowles, a Butcher from Bristol, as a by-product of an ambitious scheme to 'stop the tide' at Barry. 15/05/2003 The Barry Hotel Located near to the Barry Railway Station, this was once a thriving hotel, but is now empty. 07/11/2003 The Fun Place to Live? OK, maybe I've got a strange sense of humour, but..! 06/06/2003 The Fun Place to Live? Perhaps it'll be better when it's finished! 06/06/2003 The Geology of Barry Redbrink Point clearly displays the red keuper marls that were deposited in the Triassic era, 180 to 225 million years ago. A bone layer laid down some 180 million years ago forms part of the fossil record of the area. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry Redbrink Point clearly displays the red keuper marls that were deposited in the Triassic era, 180 to 225 million years ago. A bone layer laid down some 180 million years ago forms part of the fossil record of the area. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry Redbrink Point clearly displays the red keuper marls that were deposited in the Triassic era, 180 to 225 million years ago. A bone layer laid down some 180 million years ago forms part of the fossil record of the area. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry The cliffs in Jackson’s Bay and Redbrink Point are mainly Keuper Marls, with Red Marl merging to Tea Green Marl merging to Grey Marl. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry The points or headlands on the coastline of Barry are Carboniferous Limestone which was deposited some 270 to 350 million years ago. Some 6,000 years ago, man left traces of his existence on Friar's Point. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry The points or headlands on the coastline of Barry are Carboniferous Limestone which was deposited some 270 to 350 million years ago. Overlaid later were layers of Red Marl. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry The points or headlands on the coastline of Barry are Carboniferous Limestone which was deposited some 270 to 350 million years ago. Some 6,000 years ago, man left traces of his existence on Friar's Point. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry The points or headlands on the coastline of Barry are Carboniferous Limestone which was deposited some 270 to 350 million years ago. Some 6,000 years ago, man left traces of his existence on Cold Knap Point. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry Bull's Nose, between The Knap Pebble Beach and Porthkerry Beach, is a sea eroded Lias Limestone outcrop laid down in the Jurassic era 135 to 180 million years ago. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry Cold Knap Point is Carboniferous Limestone which was deposited some 270 to 350 million years ago. The headland currently stops pebble migration to the east. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry Porthkerry Cliffs are sea cut Lias Limestone laid down in the Jurassic era 135 to 180 million years ago. The caravan park at Fontygary is next to a Celtic settlement, a large defended enclosure of about 10.1 acres (4.1Ha) located at the Bulwarks. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry Porthkerry Cliffs are sea cut Lias Limestone laid down in the Jurassic era 135 to 180 million years ago. A path, known locally as "The Golden Stairs" runs up and over this cliff and back to Barry. 15/05/2003 The Geology of Barry Porthkerry Beach and Bull's Nose (seen here looking east) are sea cut Lias Limestone laid down in the Jurassic era 135 to 180 million years ago. Cold Knap Point, with Steep Holm behind, are both older Carboniferous Limestone. 15/05/2003 The Marine Hotel, Barry Island In 1858 Francis Crawshay built the ‘Marine Hotel’, now Friars Point House, 'for the more select Victorian visitor'. The building has stood empty for many years, but was recently sold to an unnamed buyer. 15/05/2003 The Marine Hotel, Barry Island In 1858 Francis Crawshay built the ‘Marine Hotel’, now Friars Point House, 'for the more select Victorian visitor'. The building has stood empty for many years, but was recently sold to an unnamed buyer. 15/05/2003 The Old Fire Station Based on Court Road, the fire station has been unused for a number of years, and is now in a sad state. 05/11/2003 The Old Fire Station The rear of the now derelict fire station. 05/11/2003 The Old School House, Cadoxton Surrounding Cadoxton parish church are some of the oldest houses in Cadoxton and Barry, dating from the start of the 19th century, or earlier. 15/05/2003 Tinkinswood Burial Chamber Believed to be around 6,000 years old, the communal burial chamber is one of two in the area, and when excavated in 1914 the remains of 50 bodies were found. 15/05/2003 Tinkinswood Burial Chamber Believed to be around 6,000 years old, the communal burial chamber is one of two in the area, and when excavated in 1914 the remains of 50 bodies were found. 15/05/2003 Tinkinswood Burial Chamber Believed to be around 6,000 years old, the communal burial chamber is one of two in the area, and when excavated in 1914 the remains of 50 bodies were found. 15/05/2003 Tordoff Way More prefabricated dwellings built after the second world war. 07/11/2003 Tordoff Way View One of the best views in Barry. The large building is Rank's Atlantic Mill, and in the centre, among the trees is Sully Hospital. Sully Island is just of the coast at the left, and in the background are Flat Holm Island and beyond, Weston Super-Mare. 07/11/2003 Tordoff Way View At the end of Lombard Street is Holton Road. Beyond is the new housing at The Waterfront, and beyond again the waters of the No.1 dock, and (left to right) the Basin, the Lady Windsor Lock, and the Dry Dock. The outer harbour breakwaters are beyond. 07/11/2003 Tordoff Way View Landmarks include the Chemical Plant tower, Fire Station, Flat Holm and Steep Holm Islands, Weston and Brean Down, Brent Knoll, Sully Island, the Atlantic Mills, the Town Hall, Dan Evans' and the Atlantic Trading Estate. 07/11/2003 Tordoff Way View Landmarks include the chemical tower, Fire Station, Flat Holm, Steep Holm & Sully Islands, Weston & Brean Down, Brent Knoll, Atlantic Mills, Town Hall, Dan Evans', Atlantic Trading Estate, Harbour Entrance, Dock and Civic Offices, Morrisons and Butlitz. 07/11/2003 Town Hall, King Square The Town Hall, in the middle of a major refurbishment project. 07/11/2003 Trinity Road Presbyterian Church One of the landmarks of Barry, located at the junction of High Street and Trinity Street 05/11/2003 Trinity Road Presbyterian Church One of the landmarks of Barry, located at the junction of High Street and Trinity Street, and with a thriving congregation. 05/11/2003 Trinity Street Also know as Trinity Hill, this is one of the steepest hills in Barry. It's steepness didn't stop the early builders! 07/11/2003 Tynewydd Road Church Built in 1894. 07/11/2003 View from Barry Island The North Somerset coast as seen from Barry Island Promenade. Local lore says that when the coast is this clear, it is going to rain. 15/09/2003 View from Barry Island The North Somerset coast as seen from Barry Island Promenade. Local lore says that when the coast is this clear, it is going to rain. 15/09/2003 Watchtower at the Old Harbour The Watchtower and Rocket Shed in the Old Harbour. Since the 1960's it has been used as a water activities centre by the 6th Barry (All Saints) Sea Scout Group. 15/05/2003 Watchtower at the Old Harbour The Watchtower and Rocket Shed in the Old Harbour. Since the 1960's it has been used as a water activities centre by the 6th Barry (All Saints) Sea Scout Group. 15/05/2003 Wenvoe Castle Once the home of the local landowners, Wenvoe Castle is now a golf club. 15/05/2003 Wenvoe Castle Once the home of the local landowners, Wenvoe Castle is now a golf club. 15/05/2003 Whitmore Bay A brisk onshore wind, but still a lovely day at Barry Island. Preparation for the fireworks display continue. 05/11/2003 Whitmore Bay A brisk onshore wind, but still a lovely day at Barry Island. Halfway up on the right of the image the steps into the old tidal bathing pool are still visible. The walls are long gone. 05/11/2003 Windsor Road Congregational Church Designed by W.Knapman and opened in 1904, this substantial church was erected on the corner of Windsor Road and Porthkerry Road. Large school rooms, a hall with stage and kitchens and other buildings were built in1900 to the rear of the site. 15/05/2003 Yew Tree Cottage, Cadoxton Surrounding Cadoxton parish church are some of the oldest houses in Cadoxton and Barry, dating from the start of the 19th century, or earlier. 15/05/2003 York Breakwater at the Old Harbour The breakwater from the "little island" was built in the late 19th century, and provides shelter for small vessels, many of which were displaced from the graving docks during the waterfront redevelopment. 15/05/2003 New Image Search : Home | Images