Welsh fudge is considerably older than new-fangled and fashionable sweet treats like cronuts and fancy macarons – let’s celebrate the good old fashioned fudge. Today, June 16, is National Fudge Day and to celebrate The Wolfscastle Country Hotel in Pembrokeshire has recreated the original recipe from 130 years ago. The four star rated hotel has […]
Cardiff and it’s Bay
Cardiff’s Coal Exchange saved in £40m hotel revamp
The Coal Exchange will create about 100 construction jobs will be created when work starts and it will employ 60 staff once open. Developer Signature Living said the building “once again will become the jewel in Cardiff’s crown”. The redevelopment should take 18 months and the first phase is expected to open later this year. […]
Cruelty to dogs, they are the most abused animals in Wales
Cruelty to dogs was the most common complaint investigated by the RSPCA in Wales last year. WARNING: some images are distressing Almost 60% of complaints made to the charity related to dogs, compared to nearly 21% which related to cats – the second most abused pet. The charity’s annual prosecution statistics, published today , show […]
The History of Roath Park
The history of the Cardiff park which opened in 1894. as explained by local historian and former librarian Anne Bell. Loved by many people who frequent the parks of Cardiff, the History of Roath Park is a rich history of attractions throughout its existence. It officially opened in 1894 and since then has had a special […]
Of Mice and Men
Of Mice and Men, one of John Steinbeck’s greatest tales, comes to Cardiff as part of a UK tour from Tuesday 3 – Saturday 7 May. An ensemble cast including Dudley Sutton (Lovejoy) presents one of the most poignant statements of being human our contemporary theatre has ever seen. The play tells the story of […]
Acorns can be deadly for dogs, vets warn
Acorns contain chemical called gallotannin which can cause sickness If swallowed whole they can can cause dangerous intestinal blockages Warning was issued after four-year-old dog called Max was poisoned He was given injection make him sick and a haul of 30 acorns discovered Vets have warned that acorns can be deadly for dogs, after a […]
Dogs in Wales must be microchipped from April or owners will be fined
All dogs in Wales must have their pets microchipped from April 6 next year – or face a fine. Dogs who are more than eight-weeks-old will have to be compulsorily fitted with a microchip that matches them to an identity database after Assembly Members agreed to implement the new regulations. Similar rules are also being […]
Everything you need to know about National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
It’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout the whole of October. All funds raised throughout the month mean Breast Cancer Care can provide its specialist nurses, local services and emotional support network for free to those who need it. Each year nearly 55,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK, and that’s the […]
Bradley Wiggins set to defend title
Sir Bradley Wiggins lines up for the start of the Tour of Britain in Liverpool on Sunday, bidding to defend the title he won 12 months ago in a race which has been more competitive each year. Team Sky’s Wiggins has the opportunity to show himself on home roads after missing out on selection for […]
Bumblebees ‘prefer city to countryside’
Bumblebees seem to prefer the buzz of the city to the countryside, a large-scale “citizen’s science” study has found. They also like to have a cool breeze on their backs when foraging, and choose English lavender over the more “flowery” French variety, according to the findings. Scientists were surprised to receive more bumblebee sightings from […]