Placemaking Penarth

Placemaking activity in Penarth

The Creative Communities team are leading Placemaking activity on behalf of the Vale of Glamorgan Council. Preliminary meetings between the Creative Communities team and Penarth Town Council began in 2023 and we’ve been meeting on a regular basis ever since to develop our joint approach to Placemaking in Penarth and to deliver a Placemaking Plan for the town.

Over the last two years we’ve met with a number of community groups in the town, we've met with the Business Forum and we’ve been out and about meeting with residents of the different neighbourhoods within Penarth, We've also met with local Sports Groups, met with pupils in the local Secondary and Primary Schools and we've worked with out colleagues in the Vale Youth Service to talk to young people attending summer holiday activities in the town. We’ve also attended a number of seasonal community events and throughout the development of the Placemaking Plan, we've made sure that as many residents of Penarth as possible have the chance to share their views about what it’s like to live in Penarth, as well as their ideas about what changes could be made to make Penarth a sustainable town for the future.

Creating the Placemaking Plan

In September 2024 we held a residents drop-in event and evening workshop in the Paget Rooms to canvas residents' opinions on the themes emerging from the engagement up to that point. In October 2024 we appointed Placemaking consultants, Stride Treglown. We have continued to work with Stride Treglown, through a phase of more detailed consultation with some key stakeholder groups across the town, and with their professional expertise and support we have created a Placemaking Plan for the town. Throughout the process we have worked in close collaboration with the Town Council, with the completed Placemaking Plan providing a valuable tool for both levels of Local Government to support the ongoing development of Penarth as a sustainable place to live, work and visit.


Placemaking activity in Penarth

The Creative Communities team are leading Placemaking activity on behalf of the Vale of Glamorgan Council. Preliminary meetings between the Creative Communities team and Penarth Town Council began in 2023 and we’ve been meeting on a regular basis ever since to develop our joint approach to Placemaking in Penarth and to deliver a Placemaking Plan for the town.

Over the last two years we’ve met with a number of community groups in the town, we've met with the Business Forum and we’ve been out and about meeting with residents of the different neighbourhoods within Penarth, We've also met with local Sports Groups, met with pupils in the local Secondary and Primary Schools and we've worked with out colleagues in the Vale Youth Service to talk to young people attending summer holiday activities in the town. We’ve also attended a number of seasonal community events and throughout the development of the Placemaking Plan, we've made sure that as many residents of Penarth as possible have the chance to share their views about what it’s like to live in Penarth, as well as their ideas about what changes could be made to make Penarth a sustainable town for the future.

Creating the Placemaking Plan

In September 2024 we held a residents drop-in event and evening workshop in the Paget Rooms to canvas residents' opinions on the themes emerging from the engagement up to that point. In October 2024 we appointed Placemaking consultants, Stride Treglown. We have continued to work with Stride Treglown, through a phase of more detailed consultation with some key stakeholder groups across the town, and with their professional expertise and support we have created a Placemaking Plan for the town. Throughout the process we have worked in close collaboration with the Town Council, with the completed Placemaking Plan providing a valuable tool for both levels of Local Government to support the ongoing development of Penarth as a sustainable place to live, work and visit.


  • Launch Event for the Penarth Placemaking Plan

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    18 September 2025

    Penarth has officially launched its Placemaking Plan, marking a major step forward in shaping the town’s future.

    The launch event, held at Turner House, was attended by members of the community along with the Deputy Mayor of Penarth and the Leader of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

    Both leaders emphasised that the launch marks the next stage of the Placemaking process, with the implementation phase set to begin in October when the Penarth Town Board meets for the first time.

    From there, Project Teams will be formed to develop initiatives across the town, drawing on a variety of funding sources.

    Cllr Laura Rochefort, Penarth Town Council’s Deputy Mayor, said: “I would like to thank all those that attended the formal launch of the Placemaking Plan at Turner House. The event marked the beginning of the next phase of Placemaking within Penarth and we look forward to seeing how this plan provides opportunities for the Town Council and for the many community groups within Penarth to be involved within the development process.”

    Cllr Lis Burnett, Leader of the Vale of Glamorgan Council, said: “It was wonderful to see such a fantastic turnout for the Placemaking Plan launch in Penarth, and reflects the community’s passion for making Penarth a great place to live.

    “Placemaking is about more than just making physical improvements – it’s about creating places where people feel connected and valued. I’m excited to see how the community’s ideas will help shape the next chapter for the town.”

    Placemaking is a people-centred approach aimed at making towns and community spaces more welcoming, vibrant, and enjoyable for everyone.

    It can include everything from major infrastructure improvements to cultural events and small local projects, all designed to strengthen community connection and a sense of belonging.

    While some projects will take time to come to fruition, the Placemaking Plan provides a roadmap to ensure Penarth continues to grow as a sustainable and vibrant town for both current and future generations.



  • Alleyway Clean up - Pilot Project

    Litter-picking in action!

  • Placemaking Drop-ins in Penarth 18th February - 22nd February

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    Come along and have your say!

  • Placemaking Penarth

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    It was great to see so many people at our Penarth Placemaking event yesterday. You can still have your say by completing a survey: https://participate.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/.../penarth... and to stay informed of the plans progress sign up at: https://participate.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/ #penarthplacemaking #yourplaceyoursay #thepagetrooms