Cardiff Train Stations total 20 in number and form part of the rail network known locally as Valley Lines. The two main cardiff train stations in the city, Cardiff Central and Cardiff Queen Street, are popular with commuters, visitors and locals providing a quick and efficient way of travelling into the heart of metropolitan area. […]
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Roath Park Lake and kids activities
Roath Park Lake is a major part of Roath Park and has been enjoyed by adults and children alike since Victorian times. There is still a Victorian feel to Roath Park Lake that once had ‘penny in the slot’ gas boilers around the lake for making hot drinks! Roath Park Lake Kids Activities It is […]
Old Grangetown Memories of Cardiff suburb recalled in new book
The reminiscences in Old Grangetown Memories Book Two are in part both sad and humorous. One would have to be a hard nut not to be touched by Alex Peterson’s extract, Dead Flowers For Christmas, which is housed with the Cardiff Story Museum. “One Christmas we had finally reached the position of being homeless. Times […]
Signor Valentinos Cardiff Bay
Signor Valentinos Cardiff Bay, is situated on the upper tier of restaurants, often busy but even when maxed out they are always accommodating. It has excellent views of Cardiff Bay. You will always get a quality meal at Signor Valentinos. Demiro’s has real capacity; it has the capacity to cater for 200. Dining alfresco is […]
Cardiff’s Historic Buildings
Cardiff became the city it now is as a result of the vast profits from coal and steel being used to construct lavish buildings. Some exist today some don’t. They do, however provide some great places for kids to visit. Nestled in the mountains overlooking Cardiff is Castell Coch, as it emerges through the tree […]
Cefn Mably Farm
Look out for the Pink Pig! It’s a farm with a god soft play centre and a large café. Recently refurbished with a covered area so you can still have fun even if it’s raining. Acts as a sanctuary for rabbits and cats. Good duck pond. If its holiday time its best to go early, […]
The Welsh Hawking Centre
The Welsh Hawking centre is much more than just an opportunity to see birds of prey. The demonstrations are superb, complete with narration and fascinating facts. Situated in the Vale of Glamorgan near Barry and it has a kids animal farm and of course a café. The Welsh Hawking Centre, Weycock Road, Barry CF62 3AA […]
The Amelia Trust Farm
Amelia Trust Farm is a small charity supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable young people. It’s also a visitor attraction with animals to see, a beautiful woodland, an outdoor park, and plenty of open space. We aim to be a welcoming space for everyone to enjoy the benefits of being outside! During term time, we run the […]
Bute Park has rich history bought to life by smartphone QR technology
Bute Park was landscaped for the 3rd Marquess of Bute 140 years ago – but now the latest technology is helping to bring the history of one of Cardiff’s most famous parks to life. Visitors to Bute Park, in the city centre, can now read the park’s fascinating story on their smartphones or tablets as […]
Abergavenny Food Festival
Abergavenny Food Festival is a wonderful chance to see the best upcoming chefs in action, it’s also a great chance to taste some delicious offerings. The Abergavenny Food Festival aims at celebrating the ‘craft’ of food-making, and focuses on the ‘diversity’ of food in Wales and throughout the world. The festival is an excuse to enjoy […]