First visit to this excellent example of a traditional pier and grandson Leo lost his sun hat. Returned from the park to look for it and all the people at cafe, coffee shop etcetera were helpful especially the girls at the Pier Cafe serving icecream helped us find it. Naturally we bought ice creams and best of all they gave us a cup for our nine year old lab retriever Betty who adored it. Recommend The Esplanade.

Held a family party in the Gallery of the Pier Pavilion, to celebrate a 90th birthday, 60th birthday and a Ruby Wedding Anniversary. The event was catered for by the Big Fresh Catering Company providing an excellent afternoon tea for 12. One of the group has coeliac disease and the caterers provided a gluten free selection, ensuring that the food was kept separate to prevent cross contamination. The catering staff were excellent nothing was too much trouble. The views from the gallery were spectacular with 270 degree views of the Penarth seafront and the Bristol Channel. I would recommend booking this venue for a small gathering, as the afternoon was enjoyed by everyone.

Visited the Pier on Sunday 10/8. A quaint small pier situated on the small beach area at Penarth. Well preserved and maintained....Great views across the bay towards Weston-super-Mare and beyond. Plenty of benches to relax...Kiosks to buys drink,ices and snacks.Situated at the point of entry is the large Art Deco building...housing a gallery and cafe. Enjoyed a tasty coffee. Well worth a visit....Penarth promenade is well worth a walk, and the flower display is a credit.....Recommended