Author: Alice Gregory

Pop-rock band The Hoosiers will join pop giants Madness when they headline two massive shows in Walesthis summer. The Nutty Boys are bringing their legendary live show to Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod on Saturday July 13 and the iconic Cardiff Castle on Thursday July 18 and it is announced today they will be joined on both nights by chart-topping duo The Hoosiers. Over the past two decades, The Hoosiers have been compared to everyone from British rockers Supertramp to US pop-rock duo Sparks. Formed in 2003 when Irwin Sparkes (lead vocals, lead guitar) and Alan Sharland (drums, percussion, vocals) left…

Over 3000 voice recordings of peopleʼs beliefs, from Cardiff to Melbourne form an immersive sound installation, Belief System, presented at Chapter Arts Centre by Ranters Theatre. Belief System features contributions from Cardiff residents including asylum seekers, school children, farmers, artists, students, office workers and many more. The installation consists of 92 sculptural speaker cones hung from above like inverted trumpets bringing the listener into a murmeration of beliefs. The views shared by citizens of Australia and Wales flock together and are programmed to both whisper from the speakers and flow above and around the listener building rhythms and patterns as…

Local parents may feel nostalgic upon next visiting a leading family attraction, with a popular exhibit making its return. Five extra interactive displays have burst onto the scene at Wrexham’s Xplore! Science Discovery Centre UK, offering a mixture of never-before-seen activities, and one reminiscent of when the charity was first established 20 years ago. After consultations with the community and visitors, the tourist attraction has welcomed the well-loved Plasma Globe to its site for the first time since it rebranded and relocated to Henblas Street in the city centre. In addition, staff have debuted its Hydrogen Rocket, a sustainably focused…

Multi-Platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen will now play TWOhuge shows at Cardiff Castle this summer. Due to phenomenal demand for their already announced July 19 show, it is announced they will also play a second date on Saturday July 20 after a pre-sale via Catfish and the Bottlemen’s own channels sold out in ONE MINUTE today. Tickets to both shows go on general sale at 10:00 GMT on Friday March 1st from depotlive.co.uk The announcement of the two Cardiff dates coincides with the release of anthemic, stadium ready new single ‘Showtime’ via Island Records. Listen HERE…

The public was treated to a surprise choir performance against the backdrop of Cardiff Castle earlier today to mark Marie Curie’s Day of Reflection this weekend. A day which will bring people together to remember those who died during the pandemic, and to show support to those who were bereaved. On-lookers were stopped in their tracks during the poignant performance by Cor Glanaethwy Choir, who sang a series of songs associated with loss and grief, urging people to take a moment to pause and reflect. The surprise performance at Cardiff Castle is one of several to take place this week across the…

Blake Morgan, in partnership with the Alacrity Foundation, Lloyds Bank, Pure Cyber, FinTech Wales, and Tramshed Tech, is thrilled to announce its flagship International Women’s Day 2024 event. The event, themed ‘She Who…’, will take place on Thursday 7th March at the prestigious Parkgate Hotel, Cardiff. Designed to be the largest celebration in Wales, the event aims to gather over 300 attendees for a day of empowerment, inspiration, and action. Under the theme ‘She who empowers, she who inspires, she who is kind, she who gets things done’, the event will showcase a series of talks, panels, and activities focused…

Veezu, the UK’s fastest-growing private hire private hire technology platform, is the official ride partner for Dragons RFC and Newport County AFC. Dragons RFC, based in Newport, is one of the four professional rugby union teams in Wales and shares a home at the Rodney Parade Stadium with Newport County AFC, the professional League Two football club. With the introduction of the Veezu brand in the region last month the company is looking to strengthen its connections in South Wales with sporting partnerships that matter to the local communities where it operates. As official ride partner, Veezu will be offering reliable, safe and…

Felix, 14, from Denbighshire, has been named as the winner of an award from The Prince’s Trust after struggling to attend school. This challenge was fuelled by severe anxiety leading to health complications and self-harm. Even speaking about school triggered Felix’s symptoms leaving him only feeling safe at home and in his bedroom. The Prince’s Trust and TK Maxx & Homesense Awards recognise young people who have succeeded against the odds, improved their chances in life and had a positive impact on their local community. Felix scooped the Delta Air Lines Breakthrough, recognising young person who has overcome personal barriers…

Entries for IRONMAN® 70.3® Swansea, taking place on 14 July 2024, are now sold out. This year’s race will see a record-breaking 2,250 athletes take to the start line, with over half of the field being IRONMAN 70.3 first timers and the highest number of female participants yet (21.2%). IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea has now sold out in all three of its years since inception and joins IRONMAN® Wales as the second race on the UK calendar for 2024 to sell out. This means all of the Welsh races are now full. The race, which was voted as having the Best…

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co has announced the sale of Spar Monmouth, in Sir Fynwy. Funding for the purchasers was sourced through Christie Finance. Located on the busy Wonastow Road in a built-up residential area within the village, the local convenience store has served the community for a number of years, providing every day essentials and postal services. The business has been purchased by a private buyer, who intends to build its current successes. Ashley Clements, Senior Finance Consultant at Christie Finance, comments, “It was a pleasure to work with our clients on the purchase of this store,…