An online forum to discuss the future of Penarth Pier Pavilion and the Esplanade has now opened.

It comes on the back of a half million pound investment in the area by Vale of Glamorgan Council which is now speaking to local residents, businesses, and community groups about how to further improve Penarth seafront and the surrounding area.

A programme of engagement and discussion began this past weekend with a series of online polls and the opportunity for people to share their thoughts online and using an ideas board at Penarth Pier Pavilion.

If you would like to take part in one of these events or would just like to know more about the project you can register your interest by email to [email protected].

An online hub will also be kept up-to-date with the latest information and engagement exercises.

The council hopes the consultation will inform a more formal survey exercise and a series of in person engagement events in the early Autumn.

The Council hopes to then consult on specific plans developed in response to the feedback it receives by the end of the year.