Visit Wales! It’s such a simple call to action but when you start to delve a little deeper into doing just that you’ll find it almost impossible not to be entirely overwhelmed by the variety of choice in that pursuit. From the breath-taking beauty of rugged coastlines, to the draw-dropping magnificent of Snowdonia, it’s fair […]
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The best seaside destinations in Wales you have to visit
Wales is a beautiful country, and nowhere more so than along the coastline. Here, picturesque villages and seaside towns blend seamlessly with verdant countryside and rolling hills. Whether it’s the Gower peninsula or Cardigan Bay, there’s any number of amazing places to visit the Welsh coast. Enjoy the sunshine (or, equally, pack an umbrella), and […]

South Caernarfon Creameries wins Made in Wales Food & Drink Award
It continues to be an award-winning year for South Caernarfon Creameries who have now scooped the Made in Wales Food & Drink Award 2016. The Award recognises the food or drink company in Wales that has made the biggest impact taking into account innovation, use of Welsh products, added value, and commercial success. Judges learnt […]
National Botanic Garden of Wales half-term conker fights and pumpkin carving
Conker fights and pumpkin carving are the two big ticket items this autumn half-term at the National Botanic Garden of Wales. The Great Carmarthenshire Conker Contest takes centre stage in the first half of the week-long hols (Oct 22-26) and this old chestnut of an autumn event is all set to provide some cracking competition. […]
Bluesky aerial laser maps reveal WWI Battle of the Somme undiscovered evidence
An aerial survey using aircraft mounted lasers has revealed previously undiscovered evidence that might potentially help to dispute accusations of a lack of determination by Welsh soldiers during the first Battle of the Somme in the Great War of 1914-1918. Aerial mapping company Bluesky flew an area of northern France called Mametz Wood, capturing accurate […]
Visit Wales commissioned EPIC art installation unveiled in Snowdonia
An EPIC art installation has been unveiled in Snowdonia. The colossal lettering, which stands over four metres tall and 11 metres wide appeared in Pen y Gwryd in North West Wales. Commissioned by Visit Wales as part of its Year of Adventure campaign, the artwork is set to tour various locations across the length and […]
Welsh Author Angela Fish’s latest book Ben and the Spider Prince
In this follow-up to Ben and the Spider Prince , Angela’s first book, Lox and the Spider Wizard need Ben’s help again. Can Ben find the special ingredients in time to make the magic potion to cure the Spider Prince’s illness? Will Gran tell Ben a secret that will keep him safe from Spindra, the […]
Griff Rowland wins Welsh book prize with debut novel ‘The Search For Mister Lloyd’
The 2016 Tir Na n-Og Award shortlist was announced in April – the fortieth consecutive year of the prestigious Welsh literature award – and showed a formidable wealth of talent and passion for literature across Wales. One talented author was Welsh television director Griff Rowland, shortlisted for his debut young adult novel The Search For […]
European coach trip provider Leisuretime expands adding New West Wales Pick Up Points
Expanding its already extensive offering, one of the UK’s premier providers of European coach trips has added even more pick-up points across West Wales. Leisuretime has announced that it has added new pick-up points in Carmarthen, Haverfordwest, Milford Haven, Narberth and St. Clears. The extension of its network in Wales is further proof of the […]
SMMT research reveals quarter of a billion pounds revives Welsh car manufacturing
The Welsh automotive industry kicked off 2016 in rude health as almost quarter of a billion pounds of fresh investment was announced for the sector in the first three months of the year, according to research revealed today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The announcements mark a milestone for Welsh manufacturing, […]