From musical legends tributes to creative crafts, Penarth timetable is bursting with events for all ages this week.
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The property on Plassey Street is listed at a price of £420,000 by agent David Baker.
This three-bedroomed terraced house is set over three floors and offers an open plan living room on the ground floor.
On the lower ground floor, there is a sitting dining room, kitchen, and a walk-in pantry.
The bathroom is on the groundfloor and the bedrooms are all on the first floor.
Presented as “ideal for singles, couples and young families” by the estate agents, the house has undergone renovations since it was last purchased in 2022.
The ground floor living space has been opened up and the property has had a new kitchen, a new boiler and has been redecorated throughout.
Despite these modern upgrades, the property retains many original features, including ceiling roses and timber flooring.
One of the highlights of this property is the south-facing, private rear garden which supports a sunny atmosphere.
The garden is complete with an outside store and an outside light.
The first bedroom offers distant views across the Bristol Channel.
The terraced property is freehold.
The kitchen is fitted with base cabinets having Shaker style doors and wooden work surfaces and is integrated with modern appliances such as an electric oven, grill, five-burner gas hob, extractor hood, and dishwasher.
The property is featured on Rightmove.
Located in Barry town centre, 150 Holton Road consists of three storeys and combines retail, potential café space, office storage, and development potential. The ground floor is currently occupied by the Cerebral Palsy Cymru charity shop. According to the listing, this provides a consistent flow of visitors due to the central position and existing use.
The building has access from the town centre, with a communal entrance opening onto the first and second floors. On the ground floor, space is given over to a retail area at the front and a separate rear office. Separate gas and electric meters serve the building, alongside one water supply.
Described in the listing as having been “formerly a café”, the first floor includes several reception rooms, which could be tailored for a range of business uses or returned to café use. Reception Room 1 contains a bay window overlooking the front, wood-effect flooring, a period fireplace with a marble hearth, and space for multiple seating arrangements. An adjacent reception room, with two double-glazed windows, features a fire escape door that leads to the outside and could serve varied functions. A third room on this level, previously a kitchen, has non-slip vinyl flooring and an additional double-glazed window.
Planning consent has been granted for conversion of the first and second floors into a four-bedroom apartment. The listing states that this permission “not only enhances the property’s potential for generating rental income but also allows for a seamless blend of residential and commercial use”.
The top floor consists of three reception rooms, one of which was once a bathroom and contains a pedestal washbasin, laminate flooring, boiler storage and a window. There is also a separate W.C. with two toilets, a basin and an extractor fan.
At the back, steps descend to a paved yard with lane access, bin storage, and a roller shutter door. Access between ground floor and upper premises is via steps and an internal door.
The building’s energy rating is C. The property is listed as freehold, but prospective buyers are advised to check details with a solicitor as part of the conveyancing process. Council tax banding is yet to be confirmed.
South Wales Police confirmed a 22-year-old man from Llangan has been arrested on suspicion of affray following the incident on Broad Street, Barry, on Sunday, July 26.
He, along with another man who was arrested last week, remains on police bail pending further enquiries.
The disturbance broke out outside the Far East Chinese Takeaway on Broad Street, with footage appearing to show a large crowd gathered as several men became involved in a fight.
Videos shared on social media appeared to show people spilling out into the street, with some members of the crowd seen standing on parked cars as the disturbance unfolded.
The footage appeared to show a number of men involved in the altercation, with some people knocked to the ground as the incident continued.
South Wales Police said officers were called to Broad Street at around 1.30am following reports of an ongoing disturbance.
A spokesperson for the force said: “Officers were called to Broad Street, Barry, following a report of an ongoing disturbance at around 1.30am on Sunday, July 26.
“Upon attendance, the group involved had left the area.
“Officers remained in the area as reassurance and enquiries into the incident are ongoing.”
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses who may have seen what happened.
Anyone with information is asked to contact South Wales Police quoting reference 2600240678 via their website, by calling 101, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Always call 999 in an emergency.
Nick Skinner, 63, will set off from Land’s End, aiming to finish the 1,000-mile journey to John O’Groats in just over two weeks.
Mr Skinner said: “I’m really excited to take on the challenge, but I’m also a little daunted by it.
“I want to make it at least half way – which is to Cumbria.
“But I hope by then I will be in the rhythm and I’ll be able to continue through Scotland.”
The former BBC producer has set a fundraising target of at least £1,000 to support Emmaus South Wales and Epilepsy Action.
Emmaus South Wales supports people experiencing homelessness by offering work experience and training in its Bridgend-based community and charity shops.
Mr Skinner said: “I did a free video for them earlier this year, and I was blown away by the impact they had on the people they help.
“I thought that if I am going to cycle 1,000 miles, I might as well try to make some money for them.”
He is also raising funds for Epilepsy Action, a charity that promotes awareness and provides support for people living with epilepsy.
Mr Skinner, who has lived with epilepsy since childhood, said: “Like most people with epilepsy my seizures have been controlled with drugs.
“But until an effective treatment came along when I was 18 it did make life difficult.
“At times I used to have several minor seizures a day, which was really difficult when I was a teenager growing up.
“I wish there had been an organisation like Epilepsy Action to give me help and advice back then.”
Donations can be made at gvwhl.com/T2MDU.
The incident took place on Langham Way in Leckwith on Saturday, August 1.
Two women were taken to hospital after reports of an assault.
One of the women died at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, while the second woman has since been discharged.
Next of kin has been informed.
Daniel McCarthy, 40, from Leckwith, has been charged with two counts of assault and failing to stop a vehicle when required to do so by police.
He was due to appear at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday, August 5).
A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: “A 31-year-old woman from Barry had died at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, following an incident in Langham Way, Leckwith, Cardiff, on Saturday, August 1.
“Two women were taken to hospital following reports they had been assaulted in a property and one man was arrested.
“One of the women has since died in hospital and a second woman has been discharged from hospital.
“Next of kin has been informed.
“Daniel McCarthy, 40, from Leckwith, has been charged with two counts of assault and failing to stop a vehicle when required to do so by police.
“He was due to appear at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday, August 5).
“An investigation is on-going”.
Speaking on his BBC podcast, Martin said many people wrongly assume there’s one set of rules every retailer has to follow.
Instead, he says there are three different scenarios that determine whether you can get your money back.
He told listeners: “If you buy something that is faulty, whether you buy it online or in store, if you return it within 30 days, you have an absolute right to a full refund.”
If an item is faulty
Martin explained that your rights are protected under the Consumer Rights Act if something you’ve bought isn’t up to standard.
After the first 30 days, retailers can usually offer a repair or replacement before a refund.
He also shared his simple way of remembering what counts as faulty.
“An item when you buy it must be of satisfactory quality, as described, fit for purpose and last a reasonable length of time,” he says.
If you’ve misplaced your receipt, don’t panic.
Martin pointed out that you don’t actually need the paper receipt if you can prove you bought the item.
On the podcast, he explained: “If an item is faulty, then you only need proof of purchase… Here’s my credit card statement. It shows I bought it. It shows the exact price. That’s proof of purchase that any court would take.”
Buying online? You usually have 14 days to change your mind
Shopping online comes with extra protections.
Martin said that, in most cases, shoppers have 14 days to notify the retailer they want to return an item, followed by another 14 days to send it back.
He added: “If they tell you different times, they’re wrong.”
The rules generally don’t apply to personalised or perishable goods.
Buying in-store is very different
This is where many shoppers are caught out.
Martin explained that if you’ve bought something in a physical shop and simply changed your mind, there is no automatic legal right to return it.
He said: “If you buy something in store and it isn’t faulty, you have no right of return whatsoever.”
Instead, any refund, exchange or store credit depends entirely on the retailer’s own returns policy.
Martin added: “If they say we only accept receipts and we only give store credit, then they’re being more generous than they need to be.”
However, if a retailer advertises a returns policy, customers can rely on it because it forms part of the contract.
The extra protection many shoppers forget
Martin also regularly reminds consumers that paying by credit card can unlock another valuable layer of protection. Under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act, credit card providers are jointly liable with retailers for purchases costing between £100 and £30,000.
That means if a retailer goes bust, refuses to deliver your order or breaches your consumer rights by supplying faulty or misdescribed goods, you may be able to claim your money back directly from your card provider.
He describes it as ‘inviolable’ – essentially, it’s one of the best pieces on consumer law we have to protect buyers. But, Section 75 only applies to credit cards, although many debit card providers operate voluntary chargeback schemes that may also help in some circumstances.
Martin Lewis’ 3 golden refund rules
Martin summed it up with three simple points:
- Faulty item: You’re entitled to a full refund within 30 days under the Consumer Rights Act.
- Non-faulty item bought online: You usually have 14 days to tell the retailer you’re returning it and another 14 days to send it back.
- Non-faulty item bought in-store: “You have no statutory right of return,” Martin said, so any refund depends on the retailer’s own policy.
As he put it: “The reason people get confused is many people assume that they have a right to change their mind even if something isn’t faulty.”
The modern four-bedroom property on Heol Tapscott is listed by Knights, which describe it as “an ideal choice for families and those seeking a contemporary home with excellent practical features”.
The home has generously sized bedrooms and there are many modern features throughout the house, including effective storage solutions, help to keep everyday life organised.
The heart of the home stretches out onto a sunlit rear garden, offering a space for relaxation and entertainment during warmer months.
This tranquil outdoor area acts as an extension of the living space, perfect for hosting summer barbecues or unwinding in the sun.
The property also benefits from off-road parking, an electric vehicle charging point, and a garage.
Such features serve as valuable additional storage and offer increased convenience for residents.
Knights added: “With four bedrooms, a sunny rear garden, garage, off-road parking, and an electric car charging point, it offers everything today’s buyers are looking for.
“A wonderful modern home in a popular new-build development, ready for its next owners to simply move in and enjoy.”
The property is listed on Rightmove.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) is also telling Home Bargains customers to keep the recalled product “out of reach of young children”.
The Toy Story themed water bottle, sold at Home Bargains stores in the UK, is being recalled because of a potential choking risk.
The TJ Morris Toy Story Water Bottle has been sold by Home Bargains since May 2026.
The OPSS warns: “The product presents a choking hazard because the spout can detach from the lid, creating a small part.
“If this occurs during use, the spout may block a child’s airway and cause them to choke.
“The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
“We recommend that you stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of young children. Return it to your nearest Home Bargains for a refund.”
These are the batch codes affected by the water bottle recall: 11449732, 11449736, 11449737, 11449738, 11449742, 11449743, 11449744
A Home Bargains spokesman added: “Check if you have bought the affected batch codes. Only these codes are affected. The information can be found on the swing tag on the product packaging and the care label inside the bottle.
“If you are unsure if your bottle is impacted or no longer have the packaging, return to store for a full refund.
“To obtain a full refund or if you require further information, return it to your local Home Bargains store. For more information contact support@home.bargains.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
Home Bargains Crisp recall
Crisps sold at Home Bargains have been recalled, with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) warning shoppers of a potential health risk.
ASR Solutions Ltd has recalled the Lays Sour Cream & Dill Crisps sold in Home Bargains stores in the UK, because of a labelling error.
The crisps contain milk and wheat (gluten) which are not mentioned on the label, meaning they are a “possible health risk” to anyone with an allergy or intolerance to the ingredients.
The affected products come in 125g packets and have best before dates up to and including October 31.
Friday 31 July 2026 – ASR Solutions Ltd recalls Lay’s Sour Cream & Dill Crisps #FoodAllergy https://t.co/sx7VuhfXwi pic.twitter.com/Su9jxthEaG
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) July 31, 2026
An FSA spokesman warned: “ASR Solutions Ltd is recalling the above product from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall.
“The company has also issued a recall notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
“If you have bought this product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from which you bought the product for a full refund or contact support@home.bargains if you require further information.”
A Home Bargains statement added: “If you have bought Lays Sour Cream & Dill Crisps as detailed above and you have an allergy, intolerance or sensitivity to milk or wheat, do not consume it.
“Check if you have bought the affected best before dates. Only these codes are affected.
“Return any affected product to your local Home Bargains store for a full refund or contact support@home.bargains if you require information.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
Marketed by David Baker, the freehold property has three reception rooms, a kitchen/diner, two bathrooms and a south-facing garden with garden room.
The extended ground floor features wood effect flooring throughout, a front-facing sitting room with uPVC double glazed bay window and fitted wooden shutters, and a study.
The living room has double glazed windows to the side and rear, and opens up into the revamped kitchen and dining space.
Fitted with Chalkhouse kitchen units, marble effect engineered quartz work surfaces, and a freestanding Rangemaster range cooker, the kitchen/diner has Velux windows, recessed lighting and bi-fold doors that open out onto the garden.
The upstairs has four double bedrooms.
The main bedroom benefits from triple aspect windows and an en-suite, fitted with a large, tiled shower cubicle, and heated towel rail.
The fully equipped main bathroom has a side to wall freestanding bath and storage space.
The property has an attractive lawn front garden, with mature privacy hedging and rose bushes.
Off-road parking is available for two cars, as there is a garage/store.
This was initially a double length garage, now converted into a garden room/office and a storage space in the front.
The secure back garden, which includes an insulated garden room with wood floor and central heating, is outlined with shrubs, trees, and flowers, and includes a paved patio and artificial grass.
The property is listed on Rightmove.