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22/04/2024

If you want to get away from the busy hustle and bustle of life, love adventure, breathtaking scenery, trains and gondolas, a trip to Switzerland is a must. Here is a small flavour of what you can expect to see and do. Flew direct from London direct to Zürich, then took a train to Zermatt which took approximately 3.5 hours. Trains are comfortable, quick and take you right into the heart of Zermatt.  Zermatt is car-free so no need to…

22/04/2024

People living with Parkinson’s in South Wales are being invited to try a new pilot hybrid workout class, called Get Started Local.   Organised by Cardiff-based physical activity provider, Reach Your Peak, and using specialist coaching from Parkinson’s trained physios, the sessions combine the best of online physical activity workouts with in-person classes at the local leisure centre in Llanrumney.   The first in-person session took place on Thursday 11 April from 11am to 12pm at Eastern Leisure Centre, Llanrumney…

20/04/2024

The sports nutrition experts at Bulk.com analysed over 200 protein-rich recipes rated four stars and above on the nation’s leading recipe site BBC Good Food, in order to prep meals ahead of a long race. Garlic – Garlic proved the most popular ingredient, as it is essential to virtually every dish analysed. Known for its antibacterial properties, garlic offers protection against the common cold – which is great news for maintaining your health ahead of the run – and is…

20/04/2024

LONDON ATTRACTION SUNDAY SAVER Enjoy up to HALF PRICE off attractions and explore famous landmarks in the capital city up high on the London Eye or learn about the UK’s darkest history at the London Dungeon or snap selfies with the world’s biggest stars at Madame Tussauds. Discover hundreds of underwater species at SEA LIFE London Aquarium or journey to Far-Far Away at the magical Shrek’s Adventure! LONDON EYE Prepare to be dazzled as you embark on a journey to…

15/04/2024

Children experience challenges and fears and one way to tackle this head on is to channel that fear through activities.  With this in mind we recommend a trip to Bear Grylls Adventure. The Bear Grylls Adventure is an indoor adventure attraction inspired by the survival expert Bear Grylls. The centre offers various thrilling activities designed to test physical and mental limits. If a child has a fear at school, a particular hobby or doubting their capabilities with any other personal…

12/04/2024

FareShare Cymru is calling all food companies in Wales to donate food to meet the demand for its surplus food service. The independent Cardiff-based charity, which was established in 2010, is part of the wider FareShare network of 25 Regional Centres across the UK. Covering South Wales, including Carmarthenshire, while also working in partnership with FareShare Merseyside to support charities in North Wales, the charity redistributes surplus food to 239 charities across Wales. With a team of 80 volunteers sorting…

12/04/2024

Set in the picturesque countryside village of Lawrenny in Pembrokeshire, Wales, The Big Retreat returns in 2024 for its sixth year, with their renowned four days of feel-good fun from the 24-27 May. Attendees are in the heart of nature in the picturesque setting of Lawrenny for a holistic journey of wellness, community and music.  Long established as one of the leading UK wellness retreats and festivals, The Big Retreat is a beacon of holistic wellbeing, drawing wellness enthusiasts, families and…

26/03/2024

  A one-of-a-kind performance, which was five years in the making and features some of the most talented performers in the world. The UK was specifically chosen as a location for Circus Extreme due to its diverse cultural background. The United Kingdom is a major centre of the creative industries, so where better to celebrate the vibrant, artistic and awe-inspiring nature of the circus. Merging modern and contemporary styles with extreme stunts and classic clown escapades, audiences will be amazed by…

21/03/2024

This summer, TV history expert; Graham Loveluck-Edwards is running a series of 15 history walks from May to July across Glamorgan. They are all between 4 to 7 miles, so they cater for various abilities. As you would expect, they take in stunning Welsh countryside as well as places of historical interest and the settings of some of Wales’ most wonderful legends and folklore. Graham said “People seem to get a lot of pleasure from reading my books about Glamorgan…

21/03/2024

  An adventure therapy programme is being developed for people using three services in Gwent to help their health and wellbeing, thanks to support from The National Lottery. The wellbeing team at Gwent Drug & Alcohol Service (GDAS) and The Outdoor Partnership have collaborated to secure the funding to engage people in a range of outdoor activities that offer personal challenge through exploration and discovery within a safe and well supported environment.   Many of these experiences incorporate activities such as…