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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.
BARRY
There's something magical at this time of year about shopping in the local community. Maybe it's the camaraderie between shop owners and traders, or the way they work to create a street full of festive cheer. Whatever it is, you can be assured you won't miss out this Christmas in 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, the area of High Street is the place to be. Whether you marvel at the Christmas lights or hanker after a warm mince pie or a host of stocking fillers, be sure to visit soon.
Anastasia Beads
Anastasia Beads is a delightful find
for anyone who wants a unique
piece of jewellery without breaking
the bank.
Here you can design and create your
own bracelet, pendant or earrings using
an array of colourful glass, acrylic and
metal beads or semi previous stones.
And, if you are looking to accessorise
an outfit for a forthcoming event, let
their experts create something for you.
Ideal Christmas gifts are jewellery kits,
classes for adults and children or gift
vouchers. In fact, you can spend a day
there choosing beads and making
jewellery for all your friends.
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Bryl's Boutique
Snuggle up during the cold months in gorgeous knitwear and fashionable seasonal basics for guaranteed winter style.
Bryl's has all you need, whether you are looking for that investment handbag, figure-slimming jeans to tuck into cosy Ugg boots, or a splash of colour. Great quality knits, scarves and vibrant dressy tops by French Connection, Ted Baker and Chilli Pepper will ensure you look fabulous day or night. Lovers of unusual feminine detailing will be clamouring for pieces by labels such as Darling and Nougat - guaranteed to turn heads this Christmas.
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Sarah's Hair Salon
Sarah Jenkins and her trusty sidekick Sam have spent the last 22 years building a loyal client base throughout the Vale and Cardiff.
Sarah's Hair Salon is a mainstay business that understands that the trick to survival is to offer great service with respectful and traditional values, yet to keep continually abreast of new hair trends, products and cutting techniques. The new Moroccan Oil product range is derived from the humble Argan nut and is going down a storm, with clients clamouring for its nourishing anti-frizz and calming control benefits - perfect for Christmas party glamour and gift dilemmas.
14 York Place, Barry
01446 733299
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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.
From the moment the deli opens its doors at 7am, 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 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 to stock your cupboards from daily essentials to speciality biscuits, nuts, oils and confectionary - the list is endless.
We look forward to hot cross buns, and the ones they sell at Food for Thought are said to be the best around. I'd buy in bulk if I were you. There's always the freezer! Look out too for gluten-free bread. A first for Food for Thought but, after listening to their customers, it's been added. 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 the Food for Thought deli!
12 High Street, Barry
01446 735711
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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.
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Jade Boutique
Jade Boutique has been established for 24 years and has a loyal and long-standing following of women who recognise classic style and quality over budget high fashion.
In current times, women are going that extra mile to shop for timeless investment pieces, peppered with contemporary clothing and accessories for an up-to-date look. Jade offers a range of clothing for ladies who want that special touch of glamour and colour. Offering brands such as as Peruzzi, Tarsiani and Frank Lyman, this is a great little boutique for stocking up on accessories, bags and seasonal basics to set you right for the winter months.
89 High Street, Barry
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Smolanny's
Smolanny's has left no stone unturned in its bid to cater for the needs of new mums, babies and young children.
If you're looking for quality children's clothing, practical nursery items, toys, prams, buggies or tips and advice, Smolanny's is a convenient one-stopshop that provides caring customer service, essential supplies and practical support. You won't be short of Christmas gift ideas either, as their range of books, puzzles and toys are guaranteed to keep the children occupied during the festive period and give the grown-ups a well deserved rest.
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BROAD STREET
Move on up with Nina Estate Agents
selling a home features pretty high
on the stress scale, so it makes
sense to put your property affairs
in the hands of people who can lift
the weight from your shoulders.
Nina and her team pride themselves
on being one of the biggest residential
property agents in Barry and the Vale.
They can offer you all the benefits of
being an independent agent without
the pitfalls of being part of a large
chain. They get to know you personally
and as Nina herself and the whole team
live in Barry, it means they know the
area intimately and can draw on their 'insider' knowledge to guide you to a location that will best suit your needs.
Nina ensures that you are well informed about the locality and are fully armed with as much information as possible to help you make that all important decision. They can even go so far as to give you a guided tour of the region, including the beaches. It's the little details that can influence your purchasing decision and you can rest assured you will be safe in their hands.
It's little wonder, therefore, that Nina is passionate about showing Barry off in its best light and the coastal landscape makes it a hot favourite. The property search service via their website means that people from all over the UK have access to hundreds of properties within the Barry area, while prospective local purchasers have the benefit of browsing property details in the windows of their large and enviable corner premises.
When it comes to the nitty gritty, their in-house Independent Financial Adviser is there to provide an impartial and best possible solution to your mortgage and finance options, with the added convenience of working under the same roof to make the process more time-efficient.
Of course, not everyone is ready or in a position to buy a property, which is why Nina's has a separate specialist department that takes care of property lettings and management. As a landlord you can be confident that your property will be rented to suitable tenants and managed by local people who are familiar with the territory. For relocating tenants, it's a perfect way to dip a toe in the water while taking your time to assess the local area before committing to a purchase.
Property can, at times, be a risky business, so when it comes to acting on behalf of vendors, Nina believes that realistic property valuations help to make the best sale, attracting the right purchaser, with minimal risk of anyone's hopes being dashed.
BARRY
Grayton Cottage, Highlight Park
£389,950
A spacious, versatile detached dorma bungalow situated in a non through road with a purpose made public footpath leading through woodland.
Ideally for dog walkers and families, the property has been well maintained throughout by its present occupiers and briefly comprises, entrance hallway, study (bedroom), downstairs bathroom, two further bedrooms, dining room, spacious living room leading through to sun lounge with French doors opening to rear garden and kitchen/breakfast room, to the first floor, sitting room leading through to dressing room, bathroom and master bedroom with French foors opening onto Juliette balcony with views towards the Vale and garden. To the front, double wrought iron gates opening to a block paved driveway leading to a garage with light and power. To the rear a patio area, leading to a level laid to a lawn private garden, enclosed by conifers and mature trees, planted with shrubs. Viewing highly recommended.
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BARRY
Altus House, Pencoedtre Lane
£399,950
Architecturally designed, three storey detached property built approximately two years ago. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate.
Offering easy access to the link road leading to Cardiff/M4, schools and shops are nearby. The property briefly comprises, entrance hallway, study, living room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, w.c. cloakroom, central stairs rising to:- four bedrooms, two ensuite bathrooms and a further family bathroom with a flush fitted television, further stairs rising to a master bedroom with vaulted ceiling leading to dressing room and ensuite bathroom. To the front, electric gates with cctv monitoring opening onto a sweeping driveway providing ample parking, gated side access leading to rear, a low maintenance garden with patio, a decked sun terrace, level laid to lawn area. Benefiting from gas central heating via a combination boiler and surround sound system throughout opearated from a centralised unit.
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ST ATHAN
Sunnyside, Beggars Pound
£359,950
Also a separate detached granny annexe... A fantastic opportunity to acquire a 150 year old semi detached cottage.
This spacious stone built property has been sympathetically restored over the years by its present owners, as was once two separate dwellings combined to one. Immaculately presented and offering original features throughout with no forward chain. Also included in the sale is a separate detached guest suite/granny annexe. In total combines to provide five/six bedrooms, three bathrooms, three/four reception rooms and two kitchens. Ideally placed in a delightful south facing mature garden, tucked away in the historic part of this popular village just a few miles south of the the market town of Cowbridge and within comfortable commuting distance of major centres. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the qualities that are on offer.
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