A new shuttle bus, improved signage and a new set of design standards are just some of the things that could be introduced to Penarth's popular seafront. The Vale of Glamorgan Council is set to approve what it is calling a programme of high priority improvements for the Esplanade which would be brought in alongside a continuation of outdoor dining.
On top of licenses for outdoor trading continuing to be reviewed on a month by month basis, the council is proposing a potential introduction of rules to prevent traders serving customers on pavements. Under the rules, trading would be restricted to the parking bays designated for outdoor trading.
The Vale of Glamorgan Council's cabinet member for sustainable places, Councillor Bronwen Brooks, said: "Penarth seafront has changed considerably in recent years. Like everybody we want the resort to continue to grow and welcome more visitors, but clearly this needs to be achieved in a way that maintains the heritage of the Esplanade and doesn’t negatively impact on local residents."
