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Barry Island, Glamorgan

Barry Island (Welsh: Ynys y Barri) is a former island now linked to the mainland of Glamorgan by Barry Docks. It has been a major seaside resort since the early 20th century. It is within the council area of The Vale of Glamorgan.

Primary Name(s): Barry Island (English)   Ynys y Barri (Welsh)
Place Type: Island
Historic County: Glamorgan
Lat, Long: 51.3936,-3.2709
Grid Reference: ST 1167 6682
Council Area: The Vale of Glamorgan CA
Police Area: South Wales PA
Devolved Legislature: Welsh Assembly (Senedd)
GBPN ID: 51464

 GBPN URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Barry_Island,_Glamorgan_51464
 Wikishire: https://wikishire.co.uk/wiki/Barry_Island