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Singles in and around Penarth
Penarth is a classic seaside town just south of Cardiff, with a Victorian pier, a pretty marina and a long pebble beach. For a first date there's a walk along Penarth Pier, a wander round the marina, or a trip to Cosmeston Lakes. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Penarth
Three easy places to meet someone new in Penarth. Check opening times before you go.
Penarth Pier
A restored Victorian pier with big views over the Bristol Channel. Free to walk, and a lovely place at sunset.
Penarth Marina and the esplanade
A calm marina with boats and a clifftop walk along the seafront. Easy, public and good for a slow stroll.
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
A country park with lakes, woodland paths and a recreated medieval village. The park is free, but check opening times before you go.
Around Penarth
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Penarth town centre, Llandough, Dinas Powys, Sully, Lavernock and Cogan.
Getting there: Penarth station has regular trains to Cardiff Central in around ten minutes and on to Cardiff Queen Street. Buses run to Cardiff Bay, Cardiff city centre and Barry, and the A4160 and Penarth Road are the main roads.
Go Cardiff Dating covers the whole Cardiff area, so you can join from Penarth and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Penarth
What is a good first date in Penarth?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk along Penarth Pier, a wander round the marina and a trip to Cosmeston Lakes. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Penarth?
Penarth station has regular trains to Cardiff Central in around ten minutes and on to Cardiff Queen Street. Buses run to Cardiff Bay, Cardiff city centre and Barry, and the A4160 and Penarth Road are the main roads.
Can I join Go Cardiff Dating from Penarth?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Cardiff Dating covers the whole Cardiff area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Penarth?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.