Mountains & hills · South Wales
Jackson's Bay
In or near Lavernock.
Jackson's Bay is a mountain or hill in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Barry Island · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Jackson's Bay is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 51.3914°, -3.2638°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Official information
Jackson's Bay is a historic site in Barry, Wales, known for its connection to the Celtic saint St Baruc. Visitors can explore the ruins of ancient chapels and enjoy the scenic coastal views that have made this area a significant pilgrimage site over the centuries.
Place summary
Jackson's Bay is a coastal area located in Barry, South Wales. This site is known for its scenic beach and surrounding cliffs, offering views of the Bristol Channel.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3914, -3.2638
- District
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Parish
- Barry
- Postcode
- CF62 5TU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Phone
- 01446 737771
- Nearest railway station
- Barry Island — 0.7 km
- Official site
- barrychurch.wales
Sources
- wikidata: Q31845005 (CC0)
- commons: Aerial views of around Barry Island, Wales - December 2024 - awyrluniau o arfordir y Barri yn Rhagfyr 2024 29.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
St Baruc's Chapel ruins
Historic houses · 0.2 km
Barry Pier Tunnel
Heritage railways · 0.3 km
Barry Lighthouse
Lighthouses · 0.4 km
Pedestrian Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.6 km
Barry Island railway station
Heritage railway stations · 0.7 km
Barry Island Pleasure Park
Theme parks · 0.7 km
Barry Island
Islands · 0.8 km
Barry Docks
Harbours & ports · 0.8 km
Whitmore Bay
Mountains & hills · 0.8 km
Barry Dock Offices
Gardens · 1.1 km
Premier Inn - Barry Island (Cardiff Airport)
Hotels · 1.3 km
Barry Harbour
Harbours & ports · 1.4 km
Nearby
📷 3Historic houses · South Wales
St Baruc's Chapel ruins
St Baruc's Chapel ruins — a historic house in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 3Heritage railways · South Wales
Barry Pier Tunnel
Barry Pier Tunnel is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Lighthouses · South Wales
Barry Lighthouse
Barry Lighthouse — lighthouse in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales.
📷 5Historic bridges · South Wales
Pedestrian Bridge
Pedestrian Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 4Heritage railway stations · South Wales
Barry Island railway station
Barry Island railway station — a Grade II*-listed railway station in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 3Theme parks · South Wales
Barry Island Pleasure Park
Barry Island Pleasure Park — a theme park in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Jackson's Bay
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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📷 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
Celtic International Hotel
Celtic International Hotel — a hotel in wales south.
📷 5Caravan parks · South Wales
The Spinney Holiday Park
The Spinney Holiday Park — a caravan park in wales south.
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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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Jackson's Bay?
- Jackson's Bay is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF62 5TU), in the parish of Barry.
- What is Jackson's Bay?
- Jackson's Bay is a mountain or hill in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Jackson's Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Barry Island, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF62 5TU.
- Is Jackson's Bay free to visit?
- Yes, Jackson's Bay is free to enter.
- How do I get to Jackson's Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Barry Island, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF62 5TU.