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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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Whipping Knots and Splicing

Whipping Knots and Splicing Cardiff Bay

Whipping Knots and Splicing when out sailing is an important skill. Frayed rope ends can be really annoying. many sailors concentrate on sailing and don’t find time to learn techniques on how to whip rope ends. Splice two ropes together or tie specialist knots so we have put together a collection of videos to keep in one place for general …

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Jack and the Beanstalk, Review – New Theatre, Cardiff

Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk is as festive as Brussels sprouts and bath salts but a lot more enjoyable, the New Theatre panto has a habit of attracting big names. And in keeping with tradition, this year’s show featured comedy star and world double entendre champion Julian Clary. Produced by leading theatrical producer Qdos, renowned for its special effects and high …

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Hangover cures

Hangover cure

Hangover cures – There are so many misunderstandings about drinking and hangovers so we have had a word with the Doc to see what is TRUE and what is FALSE!   TRUE or FALSE   Drinking a pint of water before you go to bed avoids a hangover TRUE – Alcohol is a diuretic (makes you pee) and topping back up …

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Fancy Dress Hire for Cardiff Stag Do’s and Cardiff Hen Do’s

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Fancy dress parties are believed by some to be an essential part of a stag or a hen do without a fancy dress party at some point is just unthinkable. Usually during stag or hen do weekends at least one of the evenings includes fancy dressing.  Fancy dress parties – where do they come from? It is believed that fancy …

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Cardiff Martial Arts

cardiff martial arts

Cardiff martial arts are a popular pastime for all ages and abilities and with so many disciplines making up the sport, there is bound to be one suitable for you. If you prefer a different pass time other leisure can be found here. People participate in Cardiff Martial Arts for a number of reasons including self-defense, keeping fit, relaxation or just because …

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SCUBA diving in Cardiff

SCUBA diving in Cardiff

If you are looking for some Scuba Diving in Cardiff then you are certainly spoilt for choice. With several PADI registered centres and sub-aqua clubs throughout the area, there is guaranteed to be somewhere suitable for you whatever your age or ability.   Obviously with any ‘extreme’ sport, health and safety is the number one priority, so wherever you go, …

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Newport Car Boot Sales

car boot sales newport

Newport Car boot sales – Newport Stadium Newport Stadium, Spytty Road, Newport Gwent NP19 4PR Newport car boot sale on hardstand. Regular on Sundays starting at 8am       Newport Car boot sales – Venta House Carboot Sale Venta House Car boot Sales Port Road, Maesgals Retail Estate, Newport Gwent NP20 2NS Boot sale Details All pitches are hard …

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Pet Pics – Social media for pets

Social media for pets

If you are interested pet pics and also in social media then read on. With massive interest in the recent sale of loads Twitter  and surges in trading after $1.82 Billion share sale of the social networking site There is no doubt that there is massive interest in social media. What other interests are there, well the obvious one in …

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History Boys

History boys

History boys were the stars of Cardiff City Football Club’s 1992-93 promotion squad reunited at Cardiff City Stadium on Thursday evening to mark the 20th anniversary of the Bluebirds’ elevation from the old Third Division. The Cardiff City Supporters Trust reunion was held in the Ricoh Suite at Cardiff City Stadium, as the past City heroes enjoyed reminiscing about the …

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