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High Street in Barry is exactly as a high street
should be, in the traditional sense, with individual
shops selling their wares to offer something unique
and special. Vale Life takes a trip to find out more.
HIGH STREET BARRY
Whether it's because of the products they sell, their passion to please, the display of goods or the friendly banter that greets each customer who walks through the door, something is definitely right.
It goes some way to explain why the High Street has maintained a regular and loyal following from the locals. Even visitors from out-of-town enjoy the convenience of hopping on a train or bus to spend time in this bustling and busy shopping hub. There really is everything you need here, from clothing to gift shops, hair and beauty salons, estate agents and a deli.
The warmth of a café greets you when body and mind need a rest; and nothing feels more welcoming than a frothy coffee on a cold day when the windows are steamed up yet you feel safe and cosy inside. Combined with the adjacent Market Street, York Place, Broad Street and Island Road, High Street is the place to be. Marvel at the Christmas lights, hanker after a warm mince pie or a stocking filler, be sure to visit soon.
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Gifted
If you're looking for something quirky and unique, then Gifted is the shop for you.
Owner Anne Gwilliam is an avid supporter of locally and ethically produced products, evident as soon as you enter her boutique. Gifted sells handmade, Fair Trade, organic and recycled goodies with lines including:
■ Organic cotton ladieswear by Nomads
■ Recycled beer and wine bottle glasses, tumblers, goblets and jewellery from The Green Glass Company
■ Namaste homewear, clothing and gifts
■ Luxurious organic body products from The Littlecote Soap Company.
4 High Street, Barry
01446 721339
9am - 5pm Mon - Sat |
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Mark Jordan 2
Offering a professional, unisex,
haircare service from owner and
qualified hairdressing teacher,
Nadine and her able team, Cassie
and Gabrielle.
What brings clients to the salon? Mainly
recommendation but colour correction
plays a great part as does special hair
ups, wedding styles and creative cutting
using the razor technique. This salon
attracts the young, looking for the latest
adventurous colours and styles and the
more mature clientele wanting to look
as youthful as they feel. Student and
OAP prices are available. Late night
opening on Thursday in the run up to
Christmas with appointments.
75 High Street, Barry CF62 7DW
01446 734671 |
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Arbuthnot Opticians
The team at Arbuthnot Opticians in
Barry's Broad Street are working feverishly on compiling the second issue of their newsletter, Insight.
What prompted the first newsletter was the refurbishment of the practice. Ted Arbuthnot said, "We're delighted with the feedback we've had so far from our customers on Insight. With comments such as ("It's informative, funny and competitions and offers too!"), we must be getting it right."
Arbuthnot's focus is always on customer service, quality and value for money. The experienced team continue to attend specialist training courses to keep up-to-date with the latest developments within the industry. You'll also find frames and sunglasses not seen on the High Street.
The second issue of Insight will be included with the Spring issue of Vale Life - make sure you get copy.
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Anastasia Beads
With the opening of its second
shop Anastasia Beads is becoming a
firm favourite amongst jewellery
makers in the Cardiff area.
You can design and create your own
bracelet, necklace or earrings using an
array of colourful glass, acrylic and
metal beads or semi precious stones.
And, if you're looking to further accessorise an outfit for a forthcoming event then why not have a bespoke fascinator made exactly as you want it in any colour and style. It's the one stop shop for all your accessory needs.
8 High Street, Barry CF62 7DZ
01446 400793
5 Windsor Arcade, Windsor Road, Penarth
029 2070 8493
www.anastasiabeads.co.uk |
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Sarah's Hair Salon
There's no doubting what makes Sarah's Hair Salon a great business and that's the offering that owner Sarah Jenkins and her assistant Sam give to their long list of clients, both local and from further afield.
New hair trends, products and cutting techniques aren't all that can be found here. There are also an abundance of gift ideas, ranging from Moroccan Oil treatments, GHD Straighteners and gift vouchers - perfect for treating yourself of the one you love at Christmas. The salon will be open every Monday from November onwards and, with their new offering of party hair styling, Sarah's has the new season well and truly covered.
14 York Place, Barry
01446 733299 |
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The Beauty Clinic
A selective range of beauty treatments and specialist skincare services are available.
Fully qualified therapy practitioners help you feel great and look your best. Choose from traditional beauty treatments such as waxing, facials, nail treatments and nail extensions to the increasingly popular eyelash extensions and dermal fillers. Specialist therapeutic treatments such as CACI non-surgical facelift facials, Agera peels for ageing and problem skin, and the clarifying and refining skincare treatments from Murad help retain a youthful glow and smoother-looking skin.
43 High Street, Barry CF62 7EB
01446 743222
www.beautyclinicbarry.co.uk |
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Little Big Shoes
If you happen to have small or
large feet that are 'outside of the norm' then you're in luck, as Little Big Shoes has now opened in Barry.
You can now buy stylish footwear that is age appropriate in sizes 1 to 11. If it's stylish flats, teenage schoolwear, the latest style of boots or elegant shoes for special events, then this shop will be your haven. Think you have to pay over the odds for this service? Not so, all shoes and boots are offered at reasonable prices. So reasonable in fact, you might want to stock up. The shop also offers a range of attractive accessories.
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Brendon's Solicitors
When buying or selling your home or renting a property, it can save a lot of time if you use a local solicitor with a sound knowledge of local laws and leases.
It also helps to get the process moving as quickly as possible, so hiring a firm that is within close proximity to where you live or work means that you can visit them in person and save time by avoiding documents going to and fro in the post, as often happens. Since opening on the High Street, Brendon's Solicitors have quickly outgrown their offices and have now moved to premises on Broad Street.
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BARRY
Food For Thought Everything you need
If you're a resident or a business owner in Barry then you're in a very lucky position indeed, as you have a very fine deli right on your doorstep.
What makes Food for Thought deli on Barry's High Street so special is that this family run business of some 24 years does what a deli does best and that's offering the finest, freshest, tastiest goodies all in one shop. 'Dave the Deli' as he's affectionately known here at Vale Life may have retired but son Nathan is now at the helm and doing a fine job.
From the moment the deli opens its doors at 7am (six days a week), there's a waft of gorgeous cooking smells that hit your senses as soon as you enter the High Street and you just have to step inside.
The now famous pasties (both small and large) sit temptingly alongside the daily bread and pastries, while also vying for your attention are the mouth watering Welshcakes, and other delicious cakes and pastries.
A firm favourite with the customers would have to be the individual cheesecakes - so deep and topped with an assortment of fruits and naughty chocolate. After a little spell of shopping in the many boutiques and gift shops, lunchtime is on the horizon and a quick trip back to Food for Thought is in order.
The deli counter is heaving with an array of cheeses, meats, coleslaw and olives, that a baguette is called for. You must try the tandoori chicken pieces - to die for.
There's always soup of the day at £1 or with a roll £1.20 - very filling and nourishing. There's absolutely everything you need here from daily essentials to speciality biscuits, nuts, oils and confectionary - the list is endless. New to the deli are a range of delicious ice creams made by Cowpot in West Wales and scrumptious pate's including pork and chicken liver and salmon and dill. And don't forget their large selection of Christmas novelties and gift vouchers.
That's the thing about your local deli, they welcome customer requests and can, more often than not, get what you need, and it's done with a smile. This isn't just any deli - it's Food for Thought.
12 High Street, Barry
01446 735711 |
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