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Free Days Out in South Wales

Explore South Wales on a budget with inspiration for free days out, including getting into nature as well as free attractions.

Looking for a great day out on a budget? Then look no further than our inspiration for free days out in South Wales - it's not just getting out into nature for a walk (although there are plenty of these too), but there are free attractions and free events to look out for too.

So whether you're trying to entertain your kids during the school holidays or perhaps weekend activities without breaking the bank, you'll love our suggestions!

Ystradfellte Waterfall, Brecon Beacons

All Free Days Out Experiences

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Bute Park, Cardiff
Active Outdoors | Family Friendly | Natural Wales

Bute Park

Bute Park in Cardiff is a historic riverside park with woodland trails,…

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Pen y Fan, mountain the Brecon Beacons, managed by the National Trust.
Active Outdoors | Dog Friendly | Natural Wales

Pen y Fan

Pen y Fan, the highest peak in South Wales, offers routes from Pont ar…

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Nash Point Lighthouse
Active Outdoors | Family Friendly | Natural Wales

Nash Point

Nash Point on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast features dramatic cliffs, a…

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Sugar Loaf Mountain, Abergavenny
Active Outdoors | Natural Wales

Sugar Loaf Mountain

Sugar Loaf Mountain in Monmouthshire offers scenic walks and a gentle…

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Rest Bay, Porthcawl
Family Friendly | Active Outdoors | Natural Wales

Rest Bay

Rest Bay in Porthcawl offers golden sands, great surf, scenic walks, and…

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Roath Park, Cardiff
Family Friendly | Dog Friendly | Natural Wales

Roath Park

Roath Park in Cardiff features a large lake, lighthouse, gardens,…

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Pobbles Bay on the Gower Peninsula
Dog Friendly | Active Outdoors | Natural Wales

Pobbles Bay

Pobbles Bay is a quiet, sandy cove on the Gower Peninsula with no…

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Barry Island Beach, Vale of Glamorgan
Family Friendly | Active Outdoors | Natural Wales

Barry Island Beach

Fun-packed family hotspot, Barry Island beach is a great free family day…

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Rhossili Bay Beach
Active Outdoors | Dog Friendly | Family Friendly

Rhossili Bay

Rhossili Bay on the Gower Peninsula offers golden sands, cliff walks and…

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Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre near Newport
History & Heritage

Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre

Explore Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre in Newport, a well-preserved site…

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Alexandra Park, Penarth
Active Outdoors | Natural Wales | Dog Friendly

Alexandra Park

Alexandra Park in Penarth is a scenic green space with landscaped gardens,…

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Henrhyd Falls, Brecon Beacons
Natural Wales | Active Outdoors | Dog Friendly

Henrhyd Falls

Visit Henrhyd Falls, the tallest waterfall in South Wales, nestled on the…

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