As one of the greenest cities in the UK Cardiff is home to many great bike trails and I am sorry to admit I do not make the most of them. There are so many stunning sights to enjoy along the many trails and the Taff Trail is arguably the most famous for its brilliant scenery. If the great views …
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Driving laws you may have broken
Driving laws: Whether it’s obeying speed limits, holding valid car insurance or refraining from using a mobile phone while driving, most of us know the basic rules of the road. However, some motorists are breaking laws without even realising it, risking fines, penalty points and even their licence. We’ve looked at some of the lesser-known driving laws that you might …
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Wooden lintels were a major part of the rushed construction of many terraced houses in South Wales for both miners, steel worker and dockers. At the time large heavy pieces of timber were freely available not only for the construction of terraced houses but also as pit props. The houses would be constructed of stone and the doors and windows …
Read More »Commuting in Cardiff: Is Cycling is fastest way?
Cycling is fastest way to commute in Cardiff – new study Nation.Cymru
Read More »Ferrari SF70H F1 2017
Description Ferrari SF70H F1 is the 63rd single-seater developed and constructed by Scuderia Ferrari to partake the Formula 1 World Championship. A format modification that has not been seen before in the racing arena that is Formula 1 More often than not, in previous changes the alteration resulted in slowing down the overall speed of the F1 cars. However, this …
Read More »New Taff Bridge: Cardiff’s Latest Development Over a Historic Shipwreck
A new Taff bridge, is set to be built over the River Taff in Cardiff, spanning a historic shipwreck hidden beneath the water. This exciting development will see the construction of a six-metre-wide structure stretching 165 metres in length, with a 60-metre span and three supporting pillars in the river. The new Taff Bridge will create a crucial link between …
Read More »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 result in potential tragedy for …
Read More »Forex mnemonic
Forex mnemonic ‘s are a great way of remembering lets look at how it works. The mnemonic is to aid memory of the checks or processes associated with placing a forex trade. The Mnemonic is to check ” 22macttoolss” before placing a trade. 2cycles – are there 2 clear cycles of the trend 2 Phase – is the trade in …
Read More »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 a regular occurrence, cycling was …
Read More »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 commitment to rugby excellence. Origins …
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