Author: Rhys Gregory

A number of popular outdoor attractions are set to reopen in Swansea this Saturday promising a new season of family fun. Swansea Council-run attractions due to open include the Swansea Bay Rider land train, crazy golf in Singleton Park and Mumbles’ Southend Gardens – and the pedalos at the at Singleton boating lake. Council cabinet member Robert Francis-Davies said: “With the days becoming longer and warmer our attractions are ready for another fantastic season. “They include some great new additions boating lake in the form of two unicorn-shaped pedalos; they’ll be really popular with families!” Those looking for some fresh-air fun…

With the Easter holidays soon upon us, families in South Wales are looking for adventures and activities to enjoy throughout the fortnight. From Easter Fun Days to breath-taking waterfalls, and family-friendly biking trails to centuries of history to uncover ¾ there’s something for every member of the family to enjoy this Easter holidays in the Dramatic Heart of Wales. Here are five family-friendly activities which can be carried out in the Dramatic Heart of Wales this Easter holiday: Family Fun Days Nestled within 1000 acres of glorious parkland, Margam Country Park is immersed in history, home to rare wildlife, and offers outstanding…

Whether it’s an adventurous Easter egg hunt, an overdue catch-up with friends, or a family walk in the woods, many of us will be getting outdoors and enjoying the countryside this Easter break. From rolling hills and winding paths to brisk beaches and floral fields, Wales is brimming with beautiful and rugged scenery waiting to be explored as spring arrives and the days stretch longer. Alongside the all-important decision of where to stop for refreshments en route, here’s a list of 10 things you need to keep in mind when enjoying the countryside this Easter: Check your route and local…

Small businesses looking for support with cyber security are being offered free help from an award-winning university. The University of South Wales (USW) is looking for SMEs which could benefit from the expertise available through its cyber security programmes. USW is recognised as a leading provider of cyber security education, having been named Cyber University of the Year at The National Cyber Awards for four years in a row between 2019 and 2022. In 2020 USW also became the first university in Wales to be named as an Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Cyber Security Education by the National…

From street food trucks to late-night hot dog stands, family-run pizzerias and fine-dining food experiences, it goes without saying that New York City’s food scene is one of the best in the world. New York, the city that never sleeps and home to over 25,000 restaurants, is a culinary haven. From their famous pizza to hand-pulled noodle shops in Queens or a nostalgic diner on the Upper West Side to the best modern eating of Downtown and food truck mayhem of Midtown – the city is a hub of never-ending culinary exploration. Chef Nico Simeone and his team’s most recent…

Genesis South Wales, part of the Sinclair Group has commenced its sales operations of Genesis cars in Bridgend, South Wales to cater for the growing demand for the new premium luxury brand from South Korea. Following the news in the last year that The Sinclair Group had partnered with Genesis, The Sinclair Group has been actively onboarding its Genesis Personnel. The new South Wales Genesis business will sell new and Certified pre-owned cars as well as providing aftersales support for servicing and repairs for Genesis customers. Backed by the Hyundai Motor Company, Genesis arrived into the UK in May 2021 with the opening of…

The free family-friendly trail will run from 25-31st March in Cardiff City Centre. Easter is just around the corner, and families looking for something to keep children busy for an afternoon will be pleased to see the return of Morgan Quarter’s free Easter Egg Trail, which will take them on an adventure through the historic Morgan and Royal Arcades. The trail runs from 25 – 31st March, the first week of the Easter holidays, with the trail maps available to collect from The Pen and Paper in Royal Arcade. The trail will guide families around both the Royal and Morgan…

British astronaut Tim Peake is counting down to lift off with his all-new tour Astronauts: The Quest To Explore Space which will bring the awe and wonder of space travel past, present and future to Swansea this autumn. Astronauts: The Quest To Explore Space will feature extraordinary archive material and footage as Tim brings to life the awe-inspiring adventures of those pioneering explorers we call astronauts – celebrating the incredible achievements and historic human endeavour of space exploration. The first-of-its-kind show, heading to the Swansea Arena on Friday October 4, will follow the huge success of Tim’s sold out debut…

More than 40 community groups in north Wales have recently been celebrating receiving grants from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest funder of community activity in Wales. Many of the grants focus on encouraging communities to live healthier lives, developing skills and confidence, as well as supporting people’s wellbeing.   One of the groups successful in applying for a grant was Outside Lives Ltd in Flintshire, receiving £9,967 to deliver community cook days which improve the wellbeing of the community and planet.  Speaking on behalf of the project, Kate Bowyer from Outside Lives said:   “Outside Lives is thrilled to share the…

If you’re looking for places to visit and things to do during the school holidays and the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend, March 29 – April 1, look no further than Mid Wales. MWT Cymru (Mid Wales Tourism) has put together a round-up of events in Mid Wales to put a spring in your step this Easter.  Powys  Gregynog Easter Trail Tregynon, Powys, SY16 3PL Good Friday, March 29 to Easter Monday, April 1, 10am – 4pm Gregynog is a 750-acre estate in the heart of Mid Wales filled with history, culture, nature and stories. Pick up your trail sheet from…