BARRY Island has become the first Welsh beach area to offer free public access Wi-Fi.
Vale council leader Neil Moore said: "Thanks to businesses like Bay 5 and John’s Café for hosting two of the access points, we are the first seaside resort in Wales to offer this service. We hope that visitors will make the most of the coverage and share pictures of themselves enjoying all that Barry Island has to offer.”
Deputy Vale council leader Lis Burnett added: “We have invested much in the regeneration of Barry Island and it’s great to see more people enjoying the resort all year round. Having access to Wi-Fi on the beach will make it even easier for visitors to book a beach hut, share pictures of their day and generally spend more time outdoors.”
Other venues in Barry already offering the service include council buildings, such as the civic and dock offices and the library.
The Vale council said that they hope the free Wi-Fi this will be another jewel in Barry Island’s crown, attracting visitors from all over to enjoy the seaside resort.
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