Traffic Wales has issued warnings this afternoon for two stretches of the M4, where motorists may face delays due to the current weather conditions. Strong winds and persistent rain across Wales are compounding the situation. What’s happening M4 Westbound: Junction 24 (Coldra) to Junction 26 (Malpas) M4 Eastbound: Junction 28 (Tredegar Park) to Junction 26 (Malpas) These are classed as moderate disruptions. Traffic Wales reports incidents along these stretches that are leading to congestion. Why it’s worse today The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Warning covering much of Wales. Drivers are dealing with: Gales of up to 70…
Author: Rhys Gregory
Rhys Gregory
Editor of Wales247.co.uk
Pumpkin picking has become one of the most popular autumn activities in recent years. What started as a bit of fun around Halloween has now turned into a tradition for many families, with farms across Wales offering bigger and better experiences each year. Of course, you could just head to your local supermarket for a pumpkin, but where’s the fun in that? A trip to a farm gives you the chance to make a day of it, with plenty of photo opportunities, food, drinks and even scare mazes for the older kids. These events are hugely popular and can sell…
Wales is braced for a wet and windy end to the weekend, as the Met Office issues a Yellow Weather Warning covering much of the country. After a briefly dry but cloudy start this morning, a band of heavy rain has spread northeastwards through Wales, bringing prolonged downpours and widespread strong winds. Gales are likely in exposed areas, with conditions expected to remain unsettled into Monday. Temperatures today are reaching up to 18°C, feeling muggy compared to recent days, before falling to around 12°C overnight. Clearer spells will develop later, but heavy, blustery showers will continue with gale force winds…
The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society’s (RWAS) board of directors has decided to end the Spring Festival, following a strategic review of activities. The move will allow the RWAS to focus on its flagship event, the Royal Welsh Show, alongside the Winter Fair, whilst also enabling several key strategic projects to progress. Redevelopment projects at the Llanelwedd showground, enhanced digital ticketing and entry systems, greater support for feature counties and innovative ways to deliver on the RWAS’ charitable objective will be prioritised. The RWAS will also explore opportunities for valued parts of the Spring Festival, such as the equine and dog…
A 41-year-old man who shot an airgun at another man in Holyhead has been jailed. Tom Webster, of Victoria Terrace, Holyhead, appeared at Caernarfon Crown Court on Thursday 11 September where he admitted to wounding causing physical harm during an incident on 1 January 2023. Webster was on Victoria Terrace during the evening of 1 January 2023 when he shot his neighbour in the face with an airgun. He then attempted to bite the victim’s ear and shot him again in the chest causing him to later need surgery. Webster was arrested later that same evening. He was jailed for…
This October, Rhondda Heritage Park Museum once again transforms into a frightfully fun haunt for families with the return of its fang-tastic Halloween Spooktacular event! Set in the heart of Trehafod, the popular tourist attraction is gearing up for two days of eerie excitement and ghoulish giggles. Tickets are now on sale, giving families the chance to secure their spot before they vanish into the mist. What’s New in 2025? The thrills are even bigger this year, with brand-new twilight sessions bringing fire breathers and performers as the abandoned circus arrives! Each Child’s Ticket Includes 7 Spooky Experiences: Pumpkin Patch…
FOOD lovers across Wales and England are being urged to use public transport to get to one of Britain’s top food festivals. Abergavenny Food Festival takes place on 20 and 21 September. The Festival plays host some of the brightest lights of the food world with 180 exhibitors and programme of chef demos, talks, and family entertainment. To support the event, Transport for Wales is offering a regular free shuttle bus from the town’s Railway Station direct to the festival on both the Saturday and Sunday. Abergavenny has regular direct trains from Cardiff, Newport, Cwmbran, Pontypool, Hereford, Ludlow, Leominster, Shrewsbury…
A man has been charged after an elderly man was scammed of thousands of pounds by someone pretending to be a police officer. Last week we urged people to be vigilant after an 80-year-old man had £16k stolen from his home in Riverside, Cardiff. A second similar incident involving a 78-year-old man from St Mellons was reported on Monday. Nawaf Abdullahi, 20, from Islington, London, has been charged in connection with these two incidents. Abdullahi appeared at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court earlier this week (Thursday, September 11) charged with two counts of conspiracy to commit fraud by false representation and participating…
A farmer’s daughter from Carmarthenshire is promising to build her dad a new bridge after scooping £250,000 in the People’s Postcode Lottery. Isara Panicker, 38, from Cwrt Henri near Carmarthen, shared the £1 million Millionaire Street prize with three neighbours after their postcode, SA32 8SJ, was announced as the winner on Saturday 13 September. Each ticket was worth £250,000. Isara, a mum-of-one, said: “We need to build a bridge at the farm. When the river rises, it’s not easy to cross. I promised dad we’d get it done one day – and now we finally can. “It’s definitely better to…
A total of £4 million has been allocated towards town centre regeneration projects across Mid Wales (Powys and Ceredigion) over the next two years (2025-2027). Welsh Government has made the award to Powys County Council, working in partnership with Ceredigion County Council, as part of its Transforming Towns programme. Funding is available for up to 70% of project costs, up to a maximum of £300,000 per application, for schemes which address priorities outlined in a town’s placemaking or investment plan. More information on Transforming Towns Placemaking Grants for 2025-2027: Ceredigion: https://www.ceredigion.gov.uk/business/funding-and-grants/transforming-towns-placemaking-grant/ Powys: https://en.powys.gov.uk/transformingtowns Placemaking Grants in the two counties are…