Top 5 Picnic Spots in and around Cardiff

As we had a heatwave last weekend, I decided to compile a list of perfect picnic spots in and around Cardiff.

1. Roath Park

You can hire a boat on the lake in summer and grab an ice cream from the kiosk or the ice cream van.
http://www.cardiff.gov.uk/content.asp?nav=2%2C2868%2C2965%2C2991

2. Fforest Fawr - Castell Coch

 We went for a lovely walk in the forest around Castell Coch and there is even a sculpture trail located  in the woods. The castle is also well worth a visit. You can get a bus from Cardiff to Tongwynlais.

http://cadw.wales.gov.uk/daysout/castell-coch/?lang=en

3. Cosmeston

   Not only is there a beautiful lake but also a reconstructed medieval village to explore.

http://www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/en/enjoying/parks_and_gardens/cosmeston/cosmeston.aspx

4. St Fagans National History Museum

This is an open air museum that showcases Welsh buildings through the ages. It is free to get into and there is a bus that goes directly there from Cardiff city centre.

http://www.museumwales.ac.uk/stfagans/

5. Southerndown

A lovely beach with stunning cliff top walks and a secret walled garden. Doctor Who fans can relive many scenes that were filmed there.

http://www.britishbeaches.info/southerndown-the-vale-of-glamorgan/