1pm, Saturday 26 April 2025, King Square, Barry
Meet from 11am at King Square. The march will begin promptly at 1pm.
The march is jointly organised by YesCymru and AUOBCymru, two volunteer-led grassroots organisations committed to achieving independence for Wales.
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MARCH ROUTE / MAP
The march will start and finish at King Square, Holton Road (CF63 4RW), which has step-free access at two corners. The 1.2-mile route will follow Holton Road, loop around the Millennium Bridge roundabout, pass the Memorial Hall, continue along Gladstone Road, and return via Tynewydd Road.
The route will be closed to traffic for the duration of the march. It follows main roads with no kerbs, and is fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Short pauses are planned along the way to allow everyone to regroup.
A Google map is available, showing the full march route, rally and Indy Market locations, as well as nearby train stations, bus stops, toilets and car parks. Scroll down for more details.
WHAT TO BRING
Wear comfortable shoes and check the weather forecast before you set off - but rain or shine, we’ll be marching!
Bring enough water and anything else you might need on the day.
There will be plenty of food and drink available at the Indy Market, and we strongly encourage everyone to support the local businesses and traders in Barry while you’re here. Scroll down for full details of the Indy Market.
Don’t forget your flags, banners, whistles, and drums, and most importantly, bring your friends and family to help make it a day to remember!
INDY WALES RALLY - Following the March
After the march, a rally will be held at King Square, starting from around 2pm. There will be a large stage and screen, speeches, and live music.
MC:
- Mark Hooper (Organiser and Local Councillor)
Speakers:
- Leanne Wood (Community Activist and Former Plaid Cymru Leader)
- Anna Arqué i Solsona (ICEC Catalonia spokesperson)
- Eädyth Crawford (Singer-songwriter and Activist)
- Kiera Marshall (Plaid Cymru)
- Tessa Marshall (Green Party)
Entertainment:
- Emma Winter (Singer)
GETTING TO BARRY
We encourage everyone to arrive in Barry by 12pm if possible, and to use public transport where available.
BUSES
Direct services from Cardiff, including the 93, 94 and 96, stop near King Square. Use the traveline.cymru journey planner for full details.
TRAINS
The nearest and most convenient station is Barry Docks, around a 6-minute walk (500 metres) from King Square.
If you arrive at Barry Station by mistake, follow the main road into town or take the next train back to Barry Docks.
Services run regularly from Cardiff Central and valley lines.
No planned works are currently scheduled, but check traveline.cymru and Transport for Wales for up-to-date info.
DRIVING & PARKING
Set your satnav to CF63 4RW for King Square. Nearby car parks include:
- Barry Library Car Park, Wyndham Street, CF63 4EL – 77 spaces.
- Court Road Multistorey Car Park, Court Road, CF63 4HP – 224 spaces.
- Free on-street parking is also available along Gladstone Road and Dock View Road.
TAXIS
Local taxi companies in Barry:
- Dragon / Veezu / AtoB – 01446 724450
- AtoZ Taxis – 01446 747555
- Vale Taxis – 01446 747666
- All Kinds of Cars – 07794 961652
- Street Cars – 01446 405918
- JD Cars – 01446 711460
Please note that we cannot be held responsible for any issues arising from the use of third-party transport services.
TOILETS
Toilets are available at:
- Barry Library, Tynewydd Road – open 9.00am to 5.00pm
- ETO @ 83 Holton Road – open 9.00am to 5.00pm
Unfortunately, like many local authorities, the Vale of Glamorgan Council provides limited public toilet facilities. As a result, attendees may need to use toilets in local cafés and pubs, which are generally for customers only.
WELLBEING ON THE DAY
If you need help or have any concerns during the event, please speak to one of our stewards. They will be wearing red high-vis vests with the YesCymru logo and will be stationed along the march route and around King Square.
First aid will be provided by 'Event 1st Aiders', who will follow behind the march and be available before and during the march, and during the speeches. They will be based in Holton Street next to King Square. Please ask a steward if you need assistance or medical support.
Lost property and urgent issues can be reported at the YesCymru stand in Central Park, next to King Square.
For questions before the event, email [email protected].
INDY MARKET
We are hosting our biggest Indy Market yet, with 19 stalls. It will take place in Barry Central Park, next to King Square, from 10am to 4pm.
Arrive early to browse a wide selection of stalls and get your hands on some independence-themed merchandise!
Thank you to all the businesses and organisations supporting the market.
ENTERTAINMENT AFTER THE MARCH
Join us at the Savoy in Barry after the march to sing for independence and celebrate together.
Bring instruments or just your voice! This is a chance to enjoy music, solidarity and community.
4.00pm, The Savoy, Barry CF62 7AJ
FRIDAY NIGHT EVENT – BEFORE THE MARCH
YesCymru & Scotonomics Tackle UK Austerity
Economics of the Real World – Barry, Wales
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday, 25 April 2025
Park Hotel, Park Crescent, Barry, CF62 6HE
Tickets:
- In-person ticket: £10 (includes on-demand access)
- Live online ticket: £5 (includes on-demand access)
YESCYMRU ONLINE SHOP
In tribute to Welsh rugby legend and passionate independence campaigner, Eddie Butler, we now have a range of new shirts in stock commemorating his iconic speech at the March for Independence in Merthyr in 2019.
You can also pick up Barry Independence March shirts from our online shop.
Shop: www.yes.cymru/shop
