Cardiff and it’s Bay

Art Across The City: Swansea opens its latest public art exhibition

Swansea Art Across the City

Bigger isn’t always better, but in the case of this year’s Art Across The City, I’d like to think it is. During the past week, gigantic ‘things’ have been appearing across Swansea. Huge words making up powerful statements stretch across the highways and byways; ominous looking heads hover above us; elephants and life size houses have started to pop up …

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When is Easter 2014? Why does Easter change every year? Who decides when Easter is?

cardiff castle

The Easter story is at the very heart of Christian calendar, with celebrations taking place around the world to mark the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter eggs and bunnies have become a symbol of the holiday and it wouldn’t be Easter without indulging on chocolate, with supermarkets brimming with sweet treats already. But Easter Sunday falls on different dates annually, …

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Cardiff Car Boot Sale – Gabalfa

Master Gunner Car Boot Sale

Hey Guys, Anyone looking to clear out the garage/attic etc this weekend? we have a CAR BOOT SALE at The Master Gunner pub car park in Gabalfa this Saturday 1st March, St David’s Day. Cars and or space to sell only £4.00. Sellers arrive from 8am buyers and public from 9am till 1.00pm. Money raised from the £4.00 fee will …

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Breast cancer models glam up at fashion show fitting day

Sequined blouses, satin dresses and sparkly jewellery lined the rails of the fitting room as 24 first-time models waited anxiously to meet their catwalk attire. A total of 23 women and one man will take to the stage at Wales Millennium Centre as part of the Breast Cancer Care fashion show on March 5. The models, who range in age …

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Cardiff Pubs and Bars

old cottage

Cardiff Pubs and Bars in our Welsh city of Cardiff is one of the most culturally prosperous in the country, from the unique boutiques which colour the rich retail sector to the expanding commercial hub which brings professionals from far and wide. There are countless Cardiff pubs in which to quench one’s thirst too or perhaps fulfil the simple longing …

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It is tea time in Cardiff. The beverage proving hot on the high street

tea time

In the high street battle of the beverages – it’s the turn of tea to strike back. After a decade in which American-style coffee shops became obligatory on every high street, refined tea shops recapturing an earlier era of British elegance are having their revenge. Three new tea houses are soon set to do battle in Cardiff’s city centre alone …

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Wine: Store in a cool, dry place

wine storage

I might be getting a new kitchen. Girlies, you would be proud of my steadfastness. Four years of dropped hints as heavy as an American fridge and the end is possibly in sight. Glossy cream storage beyond my wildest dreams. We have been to see a kitchen shop man. He clickety-clicked his computer and there was my longed-for vision. “And …

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How to Install a Washing Machine

washing machine installed

When you buy a new washing machine, you may be asked about whether you want to pay extra for someone to install it for you. It may seem like a really hard job, so you agree to it. However, you could save your money. Installing a washing machine is one of the easiest things you could have to do. Here …

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Welsh gold in Cardiff – for Valentines Day

Valentines day Welsh Gold

Gold can be found in many different colours and locations, Welsh Gold is the one which will interest Cardiff inhabitants. In its pure form it has a yellow colouration and is quite soft. The addition of other metals such as silver, copper make it harder and change the colour somewhat from white to rose respectively. These additions change it to …

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Cardiff Outdoor Activities if Under 12 and in need of some fun? Here’s some ideas

Building-a-den

Outdoor play and experiences are a vital part of our children’s development. Headlines about inactivity and rising obesity levels are raising the need for children to get out and about more. All this is why the Cardiff Outdoor Activities Team (Coat) has joined up with the National Trust to deliver their scheme called ‘50 Things to do Before You Are …

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