Heritage railways · South Wales
Barry Pier Tunnel
In or near Lavernock.
Barry Pier Tunnel is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Spring – autumn
- Nearest railway station
- Barry Island · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
About
Barry Pier Tunnel is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom — a preserved or volunteer-run line carrying tourist services. Coordinates: 51.3936°, -3.2661°.
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Official information
Barry Pier Tunnel is part of the historic churches in Barry, Wales, which includes significant sites dedicated to Celtic saints. Visitors can explore the ruins of ancient chapels and learn about the area's rich religious history.
Place summary
Barry Pier Tunnel is a heritage railway site located in Barry, South Wales, with the postcode CF62. This tunnel is an important part of the region's industrial history, reflecting the development of railway transport in the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3936, -3.2661
- District
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Parish
- Barry
- Postcode
- CF62 5TS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Phone
- 01446 737771
- Nearest railway station
- Barry Island — 0.6 km
- Official site
- barrychurch.wales
Sources
- osm: w85696164 (ODbL)
- commons: Barry Island Tunnel (east) (4859391613).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
St Baruc's Chapel ruins
Historic houses · 0.2 km
Jackson's Bay
Mountains & hills · 0.3 km
Barry Island railway station
Heritage railway stations · 0.5 km
Pedestrian Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.5 km
Barry Docks
Harbours & ports · 0.6 km
Barry Island Pleasure Park
Theme parks · 0.6 km
Barry Lighthouse
Lighthouses · 0.6 km
Barry Island
Islands · 0.6 km
Whitmore Bay
Mountains & hills · 0.8 km
Barry Dock Offices
Gardens · 0.9 km
Premier Inn - Barry Island (Cardiff Airport)
Hotels · 1.0 km
The Bus Depot Barry
Museums · 1.2 km
Nearby
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St Baruc's Chapel ruins
St Baruc's Chapel ruins — a historic house in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Jackson's Bay
Jackson's Bay is a mountain or hill in the United Kingdom.
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Barry Island railway station
Barry Island railway station — a Grade II*-listed railway station in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Pedestrian Bridge
Pedestrian Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Barry Island Pleasure Park
Barry Island Pleasure Park — a theme park in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Barry Pier Tunnel
Places to stay
📷 7Hotels · South Wales
Premier Inn - Barry Island (Cardiff Airport)
Premier Inn - Barry Island (Cardiff Airport) — a hotel in wales south. 3-star. Brand: Premier Inn.
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Celtic International Hotel
Celtic International Hotel — a hotel in wales south.
📷 5Caravan parks · South Wales
Porthkerry Leisure Park
Porthkerry Leisure Park — a caravan park in wales south.
📷 5Caravan parks · South Wales
Island View Caravan Park
Island View Caravan Park — a caravan park in wales south.
📷 7Hotels · South Wales
Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express — a hotel in wales south. 3-star. Brand: Holiday Inn Express.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · South Wales
The Captain's Wife
The Captain's Wife in Wales South, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · South Wales
Wenvoe Arms
Wenvoe Arms in Wales South, United Kingdom.
📷 5Restaurants · South Wales
The Highwayman Inn
The Highwayman Inn — a restaurant in wales south.
📷 5Restaurants · South Wales
Walston Castle
Walston Castle — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Beefeater.
📷 7Historic pubs · South Wales
The Blue Anchor Inn
The Blue Anchor Inn in Wales South, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Barry Pier Tunnel?
- Barry Pier Tunnel is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF62 5TS), in the parish of Barry.
- What is Barry Pier Tunnel?
- Barry Pier Tunnel is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Barry Pier Tunnel?
- The nearest railway station is Barry Island, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF62 5TS.
- How do I get to Barry Pier Tunnel?
- The nearest railway station is Barry Island, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF62 5TS.