OH how things have changed on the Knap! A new replacement sign has reminded residents in the clearest possible terms what they can and cannot do and it made one visitor reminisce of the good’ol days.
The replacement sign makes it plain for all to see what they can and can’t do on the beach, including no overnight parking, no fires and no camping.
Vale Council has reminded residents why these restrictions are in place saying the Knap is not suitable to accommodate campervans and buses while disposable BBQs have caused serious problems.
‘The highlight of the summer was driving to the Knap for a few hours to watch the sunset in my friend's camper’
One visitor to the Knap reminisced on social media after seeing the sign, saying that back in the day it was great seeing kids toasting marshmallows on the beach!
The visitor wrote: “My friend just sent me this, makes me a little sad.
“The highlight of the summer was driving down to the Knap for a few hours to watch the sunset in my friend's camper.
“I also enjoy watching the teens wrapped in blankets toasting marshmallows over a fire.
“Not sure when it changed…”
'Disposable barbecues in particular have caused serious problems’
Vale Council has explained why the restrictions are in place, saying there have been problems in the past and the rules are there to curb anti-social behaviour.
A Vale Council spokesperson said: “Visitors are not allowed to light barbecues or fires at the Knap for safety reasons.
“Disposable barbecues in particular have caused serious problems in the past, badly burning people after being discarded.
“Other restrictions in place are common at many car parks in the Vale and across the UK.
“The Knap car park is not suitable for accommodating campervans, caravans, or lorries because of their size.
“The same is true of buses, which are only allowed to use the area on certain authorised occasions.
“Overnight parking and camping are also not allowed as this encourages people to stay in the location, which can lead to anti-social behaviour.
“These rules have been in place for a number of years. A new sign has recently been installed the previous one was removed.”
What do you think about the rules at the beach? Over the top? Or correct thing to do to keep everybody safe? What’s your thoughts on people’s behaviour on the beach through summer? Was it good? Bad?
Was it better enjoying the beaches in the past, or have the rules improved your enjoyment of Barry’s beaches? Let us know in comments, on the Barry and District Facebook page, or email harry.jamshidian@newsquest.co.uk.
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