Events in Penarth this weekend      

Every Thursday we bring you our top picks of events in Penarth happening over the coming weekend.      

Browse our What's On section or read on for the can't-miss events in Penarth between now and Sunday.      

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Here's what's coming up   

Friday morning (11:30 – 12:30): Laugh in Penarth 

Regular hearty laughter produces significant benefits for physical and mental health. (Image credit: Laugh in Penarth)

Laughter Yoga is a unique form of gentle exercise that involves unconditional laughter, breathing and youthful playfulness.     

Despite the word 'yoga' being in the name, it doesn't involve any bendy poses performed on a mat on the floor, so it's suitable for people of any age and any level of fitness - you can choose to either stand up or sit on a chair as you laugh which makes it really easy for everyone to do.     

Regular hearty laughter produces significant benefits for health (physical and mental), happiness levels, cognitive function and mood. It also provides an opportunity for you to laugh at whatever challenges life may send your way in a supportive, joy-filled environment.     

If you, or someone you know, could do with a little bit of laughter and happiness in your life surrounded by like-minded people, please come along and join the millions of people around the world who attend more than 20,000 Laughter Yoga Clubs on a regular basis.     

LAUGH IN PENARTH classes run every Friday (apart from during school holidays) at 11:30 at All Saints Church LESSER Community Hall, Victoria Square, Penarth.     

Pre-booking is encouraged but is not required. You can book on in advance if you wish (and this will guarantee you have a place) but you don't have to. You can just turn up on the day, pay £3 (cash only) and start laughing.     

Suitable for any age from 14+, although minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Follow the Laugh in Penarth Facebook page.     

Find out more here.     

Saturday afternoon (12:00 – 20:00): Penarth Summer Festival and Downhill Derby 

The Penarth Summer Festival has been a fixture of the town since the 1960s. (Image credit: Penarth Town Council)

Penarth's popular Summer Festival and Downhill Derby are set to return this year on Saturday, July 16. 

Held at The Esplanade, the festival has been a fixture of the town since the 1960s and will feature live music, refreshments, as well as the popular Downhill Derby race which was first introduced in 2010.  

Organised by Penarth Town Council, the festival is free to attend and will take place between 12:00 and 20:00.  

Activities along the seafront will kick off the night before with a special gig by jazz singer, Barb Jungr at the Penarth Pier Pavilion.    

Learn more here.     

Sunday afternoon (14:00): Penarth Civic Society Town Walk with Alan Thorne 

Alan's last three walks have concentrated on north Penarth, taking in The Bowery and Daggertown. (Image courtesy of Penarth Civic Society)

We will meet outside the Bottle Shop by the station. 

The walk is titled "A Walk around the West Moor". 

We will take in the impact the arrival of the railway had on Penarth and hear about the buildings and personalities of Victoria Road and Square, Archer Road, Stanwell Road and Grove Terrace. We are also promised the sad tale of the demise of Archie the elephant. 

Alan's last three walks have concentrated on north Penarth, taking in The Bowery and Daggertown.  

This one should be rather genteel and we are unlikely to hear about pubs, gambling dens, brothels or seamen's boarding houses. However, it does promise to be lively and entertaining. 

The event is free to members, £2.00 for non-members and booking is not required. 

See you there. 

Read more here.