Flowing mulled vine, delicious bratwurst sausages and Nutella crêpes, December is here and Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland is back for 2018! What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to visit Winter Wonderland? You have until 6 January 2019 to head down to Winter Wonderland for ice skating, fun fair attractions, food, drink and lots of Christmas cheer! With some exciting new developments, Winter Wonderland is bigger and better than ever before, with lots of fun for all the…

Stay safe Cardiff, and prepare for extreme weather conditions – experts in safety, Arco, is urging local businesses in Cardiff to prepare for the winter months now. With reports of an increased risk of bad weather this winter[1], Arco recommends businesses to plan ahead with its expert advice sheets for business winter weather needs, including advice against flooding, effective salting and how to be weather warning aware. The series of Arco expert advice sheets can be found on the Arco…

St David’s Hall  Autumn & Winter 2017/18 Season THE Autumn & Winter Lunchtime Concerts Season at St David’s Hall features an incredible FIVE out of seven performances with a ‘Pay What You Will’ price-tag! All you need to do is turn up in time for the 1pm performance and pay what you feel is appropriate – it couldn’t be easier! Francina Moll Salord & Anna Szałucka Violin & Piano Tuesday 26 September 2017, 1pm   The ‘Pay What You Will’…

Autumn has crept up on us, and now Gressingham Duck have gifted us with a selection of sumptuous duck recipes to get us through the suddenly chilly evenings. This whole glazed and roasted Gressingham Duck  is perfect for a cosy night in – or even for a slightyly unconventional Christmas dinner (it’s never too early to plan!) Whole Roast Gressingham Duck with a Honey & Cardamom Glaze Prep/cooking/resting time: 20 minutes per 500g of duck plus an extra 20 minutes and…

St David’s Hall  Autumn & Winter 2016/17 Season Now On Sale! WHAT better way is there to get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy day than by escaping to a relaxing Lunchtime Concert? The new autumn and winter 2016 season at St David’s Hall offers a sensational selection of soothing shows that will provide the perfect chance to unwind amid the sounds of serene strings and piano keys. Emma Halnan & Daniel King – Tuesday 27 September,…

Social enterprise Indycube backs campaign to collect signatures Local businesses offer help for the campaign Shared office space and co-working community venture Indycube has agreed to hold copies of the petition for signature collection in its city centre locations. Indycube is Wales’ fastest growing network of co-workers and its services include desk hire, business support and workshops.  It has locations all over Wales, with five in Cardiff city centre. Founder of Indycube, Mark Hooper said, “”We’re really pleased to be…

Swan Lake     St David’s Hall Tuesday 29 December – Sunday 3 January (excluding 1 January) 2pm, 5.30pm & 7pm     If you’ve never experienced the mesmerising magic of a ballet before, then Swan Lake is definitely the one to see at St David’s Hall!   This captivating ballet comes to the National Concert Hall of Wales for eight performances from Tuesday 29 December – Sunday 3 January at 2pm, 5.30pm and 7pm (excluding Friday 1 January).  …

The Snow Maiden The UK Premiere from The Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia!     St David’s Hall Saturday 19 – Monday 21 December 2pm & 5.30pm ST DAVID’S HALL has got the festive season all wrapped up this Christmas with the sensational UK premiere of The Snow Maiden from the acclaimed Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia!   The world renowned classical ballet company has never staged this show before, and this brand new production is…

The Nutcracker   St David’s Hall Tuesday 22 – Monday 28 December (excluding 25 & 26 December) 2pm, 5.30pm & 7pm     CHRISTMAS is the most magical time of the year, so it’s fitting that the ultimate festive ballet The Nutcracker is coming to St David’s Hall!   From the world-renowned Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia, this spellbinding production is at the National Concert Hall of Wales for nine sensational performances from Tuesday 22 December – Monday…

10 Reasons Not to Miss the Christmas Ballets     St David’s Hall Saturday 19 December – Sunday 3 January The Snow Maiden, The Nutcracker & Swan Lake! WITH the festive season fast approaching, there’s no better way to get in the Christmas and New Year spirit than by enjoying a Russian ballet at St David’s Hall. Here are 10 reasons why they are unmissable!     Christmas is the most magical time of year especially for children. In 1891,…