Cardiff Bay Barrage, Cardiff
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Facts and practical information
Cardiff Bay Barrage lies across the mouth of Cardiff Bay, Wales between Queen Alexandra Dock and Penarth Head. It was one of the largest civil engineering projects in Europe during construction in the 1990s. ()
Opened: 2001 (23 years ago)Length: 3609 ftHeight: 26 ftReservoir area: 0.77 mi²Coordinates: 51°26'53"N, 3°9'53"W
Day trips
Cardiff Bay Barrage – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Wales Millennium Centre, Pierhead Building, Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Cardiff International Pool.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Cardiff Bay Barrage?
Nearby attractions include Penarth Marina, Cardiff (13 min walk), St Augustine's Church, Cardiff (13 min walk), Penarth, Cardiff (20 min walk), Cardiff International White Water, Cardiff (20 min walk).
How to get to Cardiff Bay Barrage by public transport?
The nearest stations to Cardiff Bay Barrage:
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- Dingle Road (23 min walk)
- Penarth (25 min walk)
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- Mermaid Quay • Lines: 8, T1C (28 min walk)
- Millennium Centre • Lines: 304/303, 6, 8 (31 min walk)