The old aviary is being re-assessed by Vale Council.
The old cages have been removed and shrubs taken away.
The council says is is exploring ‘potential alternative uses for the location’.
The aviary was created in the early 1970s on the former bandstand site, reusing elements of an older park shelter in its construction, and it soon became a distinctive landmark.
Housing small, mostly ornamental birds, such as budgerigars, canaries and doves, the aviary echoed the park’s Edwardian taste for decorative zoological features while updating it for late‑20th‑century visitors.
Alexandra Park itself was created between 1901 and 1902 as an Edwardian pleasure ground overlooking the Bristol Channel, with a strong emphasis on formal promenades, sea views, and ornamental features including a bandstand and shelter.
The land was gifted to the town by Lord Windsor, and the new park quickly became one of Penarth’s main public spaces.
On the latest developments, a spokesperson for the Vale of Glamorgan Council said: “The Vale of Glamorgan Council has commenced work to assess the former aviary site at Alexandra Park, Penarth, as part of plans to explore potential alternative uses for the location over the next 12 months.
“As an initial step, the external cages of the former aviary have been removed. To ensure the safety and security of the structure, the openings of the shelter will be temporarily boarded up while further investigations take place. These assessments will determine whether the existing building is structurally sound and suitable for future repurposing.
“In addition, several shrubs and two trees located in close proximity to the aviary have been removed to facilitate the works and ensure safe access around the structure. In accordance with the Vale of Glamorgan Council’s Tree Strategy, replacement trees will be planted within Alexandra Park to mitigate the loss of canopy cover.
“The Council will provide further updates as the assessment progresses and future options for the site are developed.”
