Cast in bronze, the Town Relief Map features famous faces from Caerphilly’s past and present. The Town Relief map of Amy Dowden's Home town of Caerphilly Strictly Star Amy Dowden visited her hometown of Caerphilly on Saturday 11 July, to unveil a statue that includes a miniature figure representing her. The Caerphilly born performer joined artist Sebastien Boyesen to unveil the completed Town Relief Map project to the public. Sebastien, who is famed as the artist behind Abert

Cardiff is set to welcome the 2nd Annual Hip Hop Food Festival on Sunday 26th July at Lo Lounge, Cardiff Bay, bringing together Hip Hop culture, street food, live performances, DJs, breaking, graffiti and independent traders for a unique family-friendly event. Hip Hop Food Festival & DJ Jaffa Organised by SC Collectif in collaboration with Lo Lounge, the Hip Hop Food Festival is Wales' only dedicated festival celebrating Hip Hop culture through music, food, art and community.

Actor Emma Corrin also showcased avant-garde fashion on the front row of Haute Couture Week in Paris. Emma Corrin wore a futuristic feathered jacket to the Schiaparelli show (Emma Da Silva/AP) Schiaparelli displayed a futuristic vision at the opening of Haute Couture Week in Paris, with creative director Daniel Roseberry introducing sculptural silicone into couture. Celebrities sitting front row included singer Bad Bunny, and actors Emma Corrin and Michelle Yeoh. From the fas

This rich, succulent, slow-cooked sauce is delicious served with tagliatelle ribbons. Isabella Barbato’s tagliatelle with her mum’s tomato sauce (Isabella Barbato/PA) Isabella Barbato’s tagliatelle with her mum’s tomato sauce (Isabella Barbato/PA) “Hand-cut tagliatelle made with semola and whole eggs, served with the slow-cooked tomato sauce that is the beating heart of this book,” says food writer Isabella Barbato. “I could not have started this book with anything else. This

The electrolyte products industry has ballooned into a massive market. Here’s what some GPs think about electrolyte replacement products (Alamy/PA) As heatwaves become more regular in the UK, so do warnings about dehydration. Alongside the familiar advice to drink plenty of water, there’s another message that’s become increasingly hard to ignore: replenish your electrolytes. Supermarket shelves and social media are buzzing with electrolyte replacement products promoted as “mu

Stylists break down the trendiest accessories that can give your summer wardrobe a lift. Silk scarves are set to be big this summer (Alamy/PA) With the sun shining and temperatures sizzling, the urge to buy entirely new seasonal clothing can be tempting, but there is a simpler solution. Accessories can be a practical and stylish method to elevate your summer outfits without the need for a complete wardrobe overhaul. Stylist Rebekah Roy, who’s worked with Harrods and Harvey Ni

Antenatal educator Megan Rossiter, author of Birth Power, tells Lisa Salmon how pregnant women can best take control of childbirth. How pregnant women can feel in control of their birth experience (Alamy/PA) You can’t control birth, but you can have an influence over what happens. That’s the promise of antenatal educator Megan Rossiter, who points out that while the “poor state of modern maternity care” is at the forefront of public conversation and things need to improve, th

A blue and white colour palette, natural textures and sun-kissed hues evoke a sense of the riviera, says Sam Wylie-Harris. From lemon motifs to coastal prints, here’s how to infuse the spirit of the Med into your home (Desenio/PA) There’s nothing like the prospect of an endless summer, soaring temperatures and azure-blue skies to put you in a sunny frame of mind. And with a Mediterranean climate on our doorstep, all the more reason to soak up indoor-outdoor living. Think Moro

These are our top picks ahead of the school summer holidays. Parent Unplugged is a parenting podcast hosted by certified parenting coach Charis Halsall. (Charis Halsall/PA) From kids’ online safety and digital needs to father-daughter bonds, this week’s podcasts cover a range of parenting topics. 1. Parent Unplugged Streaming platform: All streaming platforms and YouTube Genre: Parenting (Parent Unplugged/PA) Parent Unplugged is a parenting podcast hosted by certified parenti

Dewslake Farm Camping & Glamping has announced the full line-up for the Growing Wild Family Festival 2026, its end-of-season celebration of music, craft and the great outdoors, returning to the farm on Saturday 5th September 2026, with a warm-up evening on the Friday and a gentle wind-down on the Sunday. Growing Wild Family Festival 2026 Now an established fixture on the Pembrokeshire events calendar, Growing Wild brings together live music, hands-on workshops and family-frie

Visitors to Cardiff Bay will benefit from significantly improved parking facilities this summer as Mermaid Quay officially opens its brand-new multi-storey car park. Mermaid Quay New Car Park The new facility, which provides 679 parking spaces across eight split-level floors, has been developed to improve access to one of Wales’ most popular waterfront destinations ahead of a busy season of events, dining, shopping and family days out. Located adjacent to Mermaid Quay, the ca

There are so many delicious ways to enjoy these summer berries. Sam Morgan, AELTC executive head chef, at the Rosewater Pavilion at The All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon (AELTC/Gary Summers/PA) As excitement builds ahead of The Wimbledon Championships, there’s only one food on our minds…sweet, scarlet strawberries. Watching thrilling serves and powerful backhands at the picturesque All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC) in London with a punnet of sweet strawbe

Try this for a healthy mid-week meal. ’20 minutes is the sweet spot’: Jamie Oliver (Justin Downing/PA) TV chef Jamie Oliver is set to prove that his new recipes are achievable in the allotted time – with dishes filmed against the clock in an unedited, one-shot take for Jamie’s 20-Minute Meals on Channel 4. It accompanies a cookbook, 20-Minute Meals: Real Fast Food, aiming to make home cooking quicker and easier than ever. The 51-year-old says: “Look, I’ve heard people say for

Ensure they have constant access to fresh, cool water and limit outdoor activity to cooler times of the day, like early morning. (Yui Mok/PA) As temperatures soar, you might be enjoying soaking up all the sunshine but heatwaves can be risky for our four-legged friends. Unlike humans, dogs aren’t as effective at regulating their body heat, so it’s crucial to take extra precautions and to show them some additional TLC during those uncomfortable sweltering days. To help keep you

Refreshing and reinvigorating, a G&T is the ultimate long drink, says Sam Wylie-Harris. Begin your gin journey with a good measure of juniper (Silent Pool Distillers/PA) It’s the simplest of serves…. gin, tonic, ice and a slice. And it only takes a heatwave to reach for this seemingly straightforward spirit. When you want to hit the refresh button, there’s nothing like a bunch of botanicals which strike the right balance to get your mojo back. From juniper rich to herbaceous,

The award-winning musical phenomenon is back, bringing Roald Dahl's beloved story to Wales Millennium Centre just in time for Christmas. Matilda The Musical returns to Wales Millennium Centre Families across South Wales have something truly special to look forward to as the internationally acclaimed Matilda The Musical returns to Wales Millennium Centre from 9 December 2026 to 17 January 2027. Based on Roald Dahl's much-loved novel, the Royal Shakespeare Company's smash-hit p

Delicious and healthy, they’re perfect for that pre or post-workout snack. Sophie Macfie’s ultimate protein bars (Haarala Hamilton/PA) “You guys are going to LOVE these,” says plant-based chef Sophie Macfie, aka @sophsplantkitchen. “They’re healthy (free from additives or the unnecessary add-ins some of the shop-bought kinds contain), easy, delicious and made from wholefood ingredients. Plus, they’ll save you money on expensive protein bars! “Great for pre/intra/post-workout,

The fashionista and DJ is ‘celebrating’ his age and zest for life while listening to his body. By Lisa Salmon. Zest for life: Gok Wan (LornaRoach/Benecol/PA) Gok Wan might have made his name as a TV fashion guru, but now he’s more focused on being a DJ – calling his newfound career a “huge part of my exercise every single week”. Nowadays, Wan, 51, tours the country doing high-energy DJ sets at clubs and festivals, and says jumping around on stage (he absolutely does not stand

Sam Wylie-Harris delves inside a new interiors book with pro tips on styling foundations and furnishings for Scandinavian décor. The timeless appeal of Scandi decor blends beauty with simplicity (Benjamin Edwards/PA) Our interiors are the ultimate canvas and considering visual elements such as shape, balance, and pale hues, Scandinavian décor is one of our favourite design aesthetics. But when it comes to a minimalist approach to decorating, it’s as inspiring as it is attract

Cardiff women going through the menopause could be at a greater risk of developing varicose veins, warn experts from a clinic in the city. Huw Davies, Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Premier Veins Up to 40% of women over 50 suffer from varicose veins and hormonal changes during menopause may be partly to blame. Huw Davies, Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Premier Veins at Oaktree House, Oaktree Court, Cardiff Gate Business Park, said: “There’s already so much scaremongering surr