The Most Valuable 50p Coins The humble 50-pence coin may be everyday currency, but for coin collectors (numismatists), certain coins are more valuable 50p Coins than others. A combination of limited mintage, special designs, and collector editions can dramatically increase a coin’s desirability and value. Some rare 50p coins have even sold for hundreds of […]
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Cardiff Cycling Routes
Cardiff Cycling Routes for casual cycling in Cardiff. Cardiff Bay Trail Cardiff Cycling Routes are focused round the Bay itself with great views and plenty of places to stop for a cup of tea for a bite to eat. The trail is 10km long and and using the Pont Y Werin it links the International […]
Landrover Defender checklist
🔧 1. Most Reliable Defender Engines ✅ Classic & Older Defenders For classic Defenders (pre-2016), many owners and mechanics consider the older diesel engines more reliable overall: 300Tdi (2.5 L diesel) – Often regarded as one of the most dependable classic Defender engines due to simple mechanical design, good torque, long life, and easier maintenance. […]
Cardiff Cycling – Mountain Biking
Cardiff Cycling – Mountain Biking Mountain biking in Cardiff MTBs As soon as you get North of the M4 motorway you encounter the ground rising as an escarpment. This runs both east and west an provide scope for some good fun off road. It also means that a bit of off road Cardiff cycling, […]
Open Water Swimming in Cardiff
Open water swimming has seen a rise in popularity across Cardiff and Penarth, not just as a physical workout but as a powerful way to reconnect with nature and reclaim mental well-being. With access to stunning coastal areas, inland reservoirs, and a growing community of enthusiasts, the region is becoming a hub for swimmers of […]
Awesome Merthyr Chilli Festival – Chilli and Chocolate
The Merthyr Chilli Festival now titled Chilli and Chocolate had a run of several years leading up to Covid when 3,500 visitors tried out some decidedly hot foods and became a bit of a firm favourite, after its enforced break the festival didn’t return until 2023 and 2024 and is a definite option for 2025. […]
Heatherton World of Activities – Giant inflatable jumping pillows
Heatherton World of Activities as an alternative. With the demise of Oakwood this year (2025) you might be at a loss as to what to do on holiday in West Wales. The first ever giant inflatable jumping pillows are now in Pembrokeshire. There are two GIANT pillows – one for kids and one for teenagers […]
Cardiff Cycling
Cardiff Cycling, this page is an entry point for finding cycling clubs, cycling shops, road cycling and mountain biking in and around Cardiff and the South wales region. Cardiff Cycling Cardiff cycling has a long history as a sport. A fine example of this is Cardiff Ajax Cycling Club. The Club was started above Reg […]
Your Annual Festival in South Wales
A summer of countryside fun in South Wales kicks off at the Royal Welsh Show in July and wound down in mid September when the Abergavenny Food Festival served up its final feast. On the way, you can visit the National Eisteddfod, in the Vale of Glamorgan, the Caerphilly Big Cheese Festival and joined the […]
The Green Man Festival
The Green Man Festival: A Magical Escape in the Heart of Wales Nestled in the lush green hills of the Brecon Beacons, The Green Man is not just a festival; it’s an experience. Imagine four days of music, art, and pure magic, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Welsh countryside. Whether you’re a […]