Cardiff Castle History (Welsh: Castell Caerdydd) is a medieval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion located in the Castle Quarter of Cardiff, Wales. The original motte and bailey castle was built in the late 11th century by Norman invaders on top of a 3rd century Roman fort. The castle was commissioned by either William the […]
Cardiff and it’s Bay
Do Ferrari Track Days Save Lives?
Ferrari Track Days reduce road rage in 1960 there were 7.2 million vehicles in the UK in 2011 there were 34.2 million that means there are now 5 times as many vehicles now on the roads. With this explosion of vehicles it is blatantly obvious that any attempt to race on crowded roads can easily […]
Maindy Flyers: The little Welsh club that changed the face of British cycling forever
Maindy Flyers was Debbie Wharton’s job In the summer of 1995 as a 22-year-old receptionist at Maindy Leisure Centre in Cardiff. Along with her dad and sister, she was a rare breed – they were keen cyclists. Unlike today, when the sight of a lycra clad peloton on the streets of the Welsh capital is […]
Cardiff Arms Park: History, Name, Development, and Orientation
Cardiff Arms Park is one of Wales’ most iconic sporting venues, synonymous with rugby union and Welsh national pride. The site has a rich history, evolving from a humble cricket ground into the world-renowned rugby stadium that preceded the current Principality Stadium. Its development is a story of shifting sporting priorities, urban adaptation, and a […]
Sexting in Cardiff – how children do it!
Sexting in Cardiff continues to be an issue for children in south Wales with 65 under the age of 18 being investigated over the last two years. Girls tend to be more at risk than boys with 40 girls and 25 boys involved. The youngsters have been investigated for the offence of showing an indecent […]
Cardiff caves
Cardiff caves are nestled among towering beech trees with panoramic views over Cardiff’s skyline this spot exudes tranquillity. But don’t let the serene surroundings or solid ground fool you. Beneath your feet lies one of Cardiff’s most closely-guarded secrets: an extensive network of underground caves, arguably the largest in any UK city. These caverns hold […]
Dangerous Cladding Still a risk in Buildings
Dangerous cladding on buildings number 2,000 three years since 72 people died in the Grenfell Tower disaster, more than 2,000 high-risk residential buildings are still covered with dangerous cladding, according to a parliamentary committee. It is three years since the Grenfell fire. Around 300 high-rises around the country still have the same flammable dangerous cladding […]
TS400 Disc Cutter – Uses and things you should know about 2 stroke small engines
What can you do with a Stihl TS400 Disc Cutter A disc cutter is Ideal for cutting through concrete slabs, blocks, pavers, kerbstones, and bricks. You can also cut natural and engineered stones, such as granite and marble. Its not limited to masonry as by changing the blade you can cut steel bars, pipes, and […]
Essential oils and Wart Removal
Wart Removal becomes a priority as they are both annoying and unsightly growths that are caused by a virus. This particular virus is called the human papilloma virus, HPV. As a viral infection it can be passed by contact, this unfortunately adds another dimension to warts since they can be spread amongst people with whom […]
20mph limit Cardiff Rollback
The introduction of a 20mph limit in Cardiff has sparked widespread public debate. Strong public support for changing the speed limit has not swayed decision-makers who will implement a “cautious approach” to reversing the 20mph restrictions due to road safety concerns. The upcoming public consultation in Cardiff predicts that residents will support reinstating a 30mph […]