NEW RESEARCH REVEALS CARDIFF RESIDENTS’ FAIR WEATHER SOCIAL HABITS Busy Cardiff-dwellers struggle to spend 45 minutes a day with family and friends – and spend over an hour a week less with friends and family than the average Brit Over a quarter say they ‘long’ to spend more time together One in five admit to fibbing to family and friends to get out of social occasions As the clocks change, the nights draw in and thoughts turn to…
Children can now interact with the new Star Wars Toyshirt. A Shirt that is also a Toy. This unique concept was created by Fashion UK and allows children to pull a tab to reveal additional designs on the Shirt. It’s ideal for kids. Give the little one’s wardrobe a playful twist with this super cool Star Wars themed Toyshirt. Boasting short sleeves and a cartoon image of Darth Vader and Obi-Wan Kenobi caught in a battle and when the tab is pulled it reveals the clash of their lightsabers, they will…
Finance Wales investment and new premises adds new venue to Cardiff hospitality line-up A Cardiff-based bar owner has expanded operations with the purchase of a new venue in the city. Jon Saunders, director of Croesy Bars Ltd and co-owner of Ten Mill Lane, a cocktail bar in the city centre, has purchased a new 4,361 sq ft Grade-II listed building in Cardiff. Located at 29 Park Place, the new venue is expected to open in September. Established…
A young rugby fanatic from Beddau near Llantrisant was able to watch his favourite team, Cardiff Blues, perform in the annual Judgement Day event despite breaking his leg during a training session at his local rugby club recently. Nine year old Osian, who plays for the under 10s team at Beddau Rugby Club, sustained a spiral fracture of his tibia during tackle practice which left him in a full leg cast for nine weeks. Despite being provided with crutches by…
The first buyer at Acorn Cardiff’s new Cathedral House development in the city was so impressed with the development that he has bought two apartments. Martin Darzins and his wife plan to make Cathedral House their weekday base in the city and were so impressed with the design and quality that they have bought a second for their daughter who is studying law in the city. “The family home is in West Wales which we love but my work means…
– 21.8% self-diagnose symptoms rather than wait for GP appointment – Internet revealed as UK’s first port of call when feeling unwell – Liverpool tops league table of self-diagnosis cities One in four people in the UK admit to self-diagnosing illnesses rather than make time for a doctor’s appointment. Research published in the UK Digital Health Report, created by on-demand video GP service PushDoctor.co.uk , reveals that 21.8% of people have chosen to diagnose their symptoms on the web…
Pets at Home Cardiff Bay and Cardiff Newport Road are holding a reptile workshop in store to showcase a variety of different creatures to curious customers. On 20 and 27 August from 2pm to 3pm at Cardiff Bay and 26 August from 2pm to 3pm at Cardiff Newport Road the store team at both Pets at Home stores will allow customers to meet reptiles including snakes, bearded dragons and geckos. Customers can choose to either just take a peek or…
– The National Trust’s #lovethecoast campaign is inspiring Cardiff to embrace the great British coast with a full sensory coastal experience – PRICE: FREE WHEN: Friday 21st August, 10am – 4pm WHERE: Queen Street & Churchill Way The coast is coming to Cardiff thanks to a 4D experience by the National Trust. A giant shell will be washing up at Queen Street & Churchill Way, allowing members of the public the opportunity to see, smell, hear and…
Housed within the Old Library building, Cardiff Story Museum has been telling the story of the city since 2011. On the first Friday of every month the museum opens its doors late for a chance to explore the galleries after hours. We’re offering more than just an open door event, we’re building on our mission to be the voice of Cardiff by inviting people to curate the night. We’re offering a platform for local talent and welcoming suggestions for…
Wales’ largest sight loss charity is making a plea for volunteers for their involvement in HUB Festival in August. HUB Festival takes place over August Bank Holiday weekend from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August. The charity is looking for volunteers to give two hours of their time to help raise money to support people with sight loss in Wales, and in exchange they will receive a free weekend wristband! Carol McKinlay, RNIB Cymru’s Fundraising Manager, said: “This is an…
