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Pub Camper & MotorHome Stopover Site:
📍 Address
Blue Anchor Inn Barry
East Aberthaw
Nr Barry
Vale of Glamorgan
CF62 3DD
🌐 Website Address
https://www.blueanchoraberthaw.com
📞 Phone Number
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💷 Cost
Reported as Free
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🏷️ Location Type
Camper Motorhome Stopover Site + Pub/Restaurant
Blue Anchor Inn Barry – Motorhome Stopover Information
🍺 About the Pub
The Blue Anchor Inn in East Aberthaw is a charming 14th-century thatched pub with a rich history dating back to the 16th century. Known for its warm atmosphere, roaring hearth, and traditional oak beams, this welcoming inn is a popular Motorhome Pub Stopover offering real ales and award-winning food. Visitors seeking a Motorhome Stopover near Barry will find it an ideal combination of historic charm and excellent hospitality.
🕰️ Opening Times
- Monday: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
- Tuesday: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
- Wednesday: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
- Thursday: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
- Friday: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
- Saturday: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
- Sunday: 12:00pm – 10:30pm
🍽️ Food
The inn offers award-winning food with a seasonal menu featuring 8 to 9 varying dishes. Food is served Monday to Saturday between 12pm–2pm and 6pm–9pm, and Sunday lunch is available over four sittings both upstairs in the restaurant and downstairs in the pub.
🛠️ Facilities
- 🅿️ Motorhome Parking: Awaiting Info
- 📶 Wi-Fi: Awaiting Info
- ♿ Accessibility: Awaiting Info
- 🚻 Toilets: Yes
- 🐾 Dog Friendly: Yes
- 🌿 Beer Garden: Awaiting Info
⭐ Reviews
Overall customer rating: 4.4/5
★★★★☆
Reviews praise the Blue Anchor Inn for its lovely atmosphere, friendly service, and excellent food. It is especially noted as a welcoming place for dogs and for its beautiful historic setting.
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🗺️ Interesting Things To Do Nearby (Within 5 Miles)
1. Barry Island Pleasure Park
Located about 4 miles from the Blue Anchor Inn, Barry Island Pleasure Park offers fun fairground rides and attractions suitable for families and visitors of all ages. This traditional seaside amusement park captures a classic British beach holiday atmosphere, ideal for day trips from your Motorhome Stopover.
2. Porthkerry Country Park
Just 3 miles away, Porthkerry Country Park features woodlands, cliffs, and a large beach overlooking the Bristol Channel. It’s perfect for walks, picnics, and enjoying scenic views with your motorhome parked nearby at this Motorhome Pub Stopover.
3. Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
Only around 4.5 miles from the pub, Cosmeston Lakes Country Park offers lakeside walks, picnic spots, and a medieval village reconstruction. A peaceful nature reserve and family-friendly location close to the Blue Anchor Inn Motorhome Parking area.
4. Barry Waterfront
Approximately 4 miles away, Barry Waterfront is a vibrant area with waterfront dining, shopping, and events. It’s an excellent place to explore after a Motorhome Stopover at the Blue Anchor Inn, offering coastal views and leisure facilities.
5. Aberthaw Power Station Area (Coastal Walks)
Close to the inn itself, the area around Aberthaw Power Station provides rugged coastal walks with views across the Bristol Channel. Ideal for those who enjoy fresh sea air and dramatic coastal scenery during their Motorhome Stopover.
Extra Info about this Motorhome Pub Stopover:
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Description:
-The Blue Anchor Inn is a charming and historic pub located in the small village of East Aberthaw, just a short drive from the town of Barry in South Wales. The building itself dates back to the 14th century and is full of character and charm, with exposed beams, open fires, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
The pub serves a range of traditional pub food, including hearty pies, fish and chips, and Sunday roasts, as well as a selection of local ales and ciders. There is also a beer garden and outdoor seating area, perfect for enjoying a drink in the sunshine.
For those looking to explore the area, there are plenty of attractions nearby, including the stunning coastline of the Vale of Glamorgan, the historic town of Llantwit Major, and the bustling city of Cardiff, which is just a short train ride away. The Blue Anchor Inn is also conveniently located just a few minutes’ drive from Cardiff Airport, making it a great place to stop for a meal or a drink before or after a flight.
Overall, the Blue Anchor Inn is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a taste of traditional Welsh hospitality and a chance to explore the beautiful countryside and coastline of South Wales.
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