A rare painting by Howard Carter, the renowned archaeologist who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun, has gone on display at Swansea University’s Egypt Centre. On loan from the Egypt Exploration Society (EES), the watercolour features a relief from the Chapel of Thutmose I in the mortuary temple of the Pharoah Hatshepsut in Deir el-Bahari near Luxor. It was painted in 1894 when Carter was just 19 and working at the temple, which dates back to the 15th century BCE for the Egypt Exploration Fund, as it was then known. Egypt Centre Curator Dr Ken Griffin said: “Undoubtedly Howard Carter is…
Author: Alice Gregory
Alice Gregory
Entertainment & Features Writer
Cadw has published its events schedule for the Easter holidays, inviting families and history lovers alike to come together and experience the beauty of Wales’ historic landmarks. From enchanting Easter trails to majestic tales, there’s something in the programme for everyone to enjoy. Read on for a selection of the best events happening at Cadw locations across Wales this Easter: Easter Fun (Caerphilly Castle) For those in search of spring activities in the heart of Wales, journey through the centuries with Easter Fun at Caerphilly Castle. Children can embark on a trail that winds through the colossal walls of this…
There are just 100 days to go until the return of Wales’ Biggest Summer Half Marathon event, which promises to be the best yet! The Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon will take place on Sunday 9th June 2024 and this year will be the 10th anniversary of the inaugural event. David Martin-Jewell founder and managing director of Front Runner Events said: “We are all excited to host the biggest celebration of running our city has ever seen this June, for what will be a decade of this mass participation event for all. The Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon has come…
The official opening of a new Howden office in Swansea was flanked by Welsh rugby legend Tom Shanklin at an event, Thursday February 22. Howden, the international insurance intermediary group, began trading from the new office in Axis Court, Riverside Business Park, Swansea, last month, with this event marking the official opening of the new location. The office has already welcomed 14 skilled brokers since the beginning of the year, with plans to recruit more talent in the coming months. The official opening event saw Tom, who won 70 caps for Wales between 2001 – 2010, share his experiences with…
A scheme to install new lighting along one of Wales’s most famous coastlines is nearly complete. Swansea Bay’s scenic promenade is set to be lit up at night from Mumbles all the way to St Helen’s sports ground. The popular walking and cycling route is used by thousands of residents and visitors every week. Swansea Council is in installing more than 300 energy-efficient LED lighting bollards along the popular walking and cycling route so that users of the route can feel safer during the evening. The work has been carried out in phases and has now seen bollards installed on…
The roo-sults are in! Deliveroo announces the winners of its 2024 Restaurant Awards. The awards celebrate the best and most loved independent restaurants across the UK and Ireland – from local independent burger joints to neighbourhood sushi restaurants and all the dishes, cuisines, and flavours in between. Two local restaurants in Cardiff beat off stiff competition from across South England and Wales after Deliveroo food fans voted with their hearts (and stomachs) for their favourite local establishments. Much loved Albany Fish Bar , which has been a local institution since 1967, takes home the award for Best Fish and Chips…
Hundreds of walkers have already signed up to pull on their boots and trek a 10-mile route along the Llangollen Canal to raise money for Hope House and Tŷ Gobaith children’s hospices this Spring. On Sunday 24th March supporters will take on the ever-popular annual walk, which starts at the Trevor Basin in Llangollen, before heading over the world-famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and following the canal to The Poachers pub at Chirk for refreshments, before heading back to receive their special medals. Last year the event, which is now in its 14th year, raised a massive £20,000. Fundraiser Vicky Bradbeer said:…
Work-based training providers across Wales have welcomed the Welsh Government’s announcement today (Tuesday) to lessen the proposed cut to the apprenticeship programme. In its original draft budget, the Welsh Government had proposed a 24.5% cut, the equivalent of £38 million and 10,000 fewer apprentices able to start next year. Following a concerted campaign led by the National Training Federation for Wales (NTFW) and CollegesWales, supported by employers across Wales, £5.25 million has been put back into the budget. Whilst the funding cut is still hugely challenging, the NTFW, which represents work-based learning providers across Wales, has welcomed the Welsh Government…
An all-Wales choir group have sung their hearts out to raise over £14,000 for the Wales Air Ambulance. Choirs for Good picked the Wales Air ambulance as its Charity of the Year for 2023 after it received an ‘overwhelming’ majority of the chorister’s votes. The not-for-profit social business is made up of 12 choirs, all of which are spread out across Wales. Over 450 members meet on a weekly basis with a vision to create a world where choirs are placed at the heart of local communities. Izzy Rodrigues, Choirs for Good Co-founder, Director and Choir Leader of said: “As…
On Wednesday 21 February The Big Lunch 2024 launched with brand new resources packed with ideas to get the party started and make this year’s Big Lunch the greenest yet! Following The Big Jubilee Lunch and Coronation Big Lunch, two momentous celebrations, this year The Eden Project is bringing the nation together just for the good it can do. Everyone’s invited to join in The Big Lunch on 1-2 June! The Big Lunch can be the starter that makes all the difference – people are the key ingredient and we all have something to share, from food and conversation to…