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What’s On Across South Wales - August 2022
THEATRE 10 August Open Air Theatre: As You Like It Cardiff Castle The Lord Chamberlain’s Men – with a history stretching back to William...
Get your boots on and join the Gower Walking Festival this September
The Gower Walking Festival returns in 2022, from Saturday 3rd September to Sunday 11th September, with nine days of thirty-three glorious...
Best Fireworks Display in Cardiff 2022
The biggest fireworks night in Cardiff returns for another year. Join us at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on Friday, 4th November from 5.30pm...
Free Fireworks Display in Swansea Bay
This year's annual Swansea Council FREE Fireworks Display will take place along Swansea Bay on the 5th November 2022 from 6pm! DETAILS...
A bit of all-white: 11 ways to weave white decor into your home
Whether warm or wowing, a splash of white makes for an easy makeover, says Sam Wylie-Harris. It’s a timeless summer staple, which can...
Kim Wilde: The 80s weren’t just about shoulder pads and sharp haircuts
As she returns to the road post-pandemic, Kim Wilde discusses Boy George, touring with Davie Bowie and how gardening got her through...
Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Richard Jones’ mac and cheese recipe
A family favourite, with a tasty sage and breadcrumb topping. “I don’t know anyone who doesn’t adore this – indulgent love on a plate,”...
Paul Hollywood’s ultimate sausage roll recipe
Who said baking was just about sweet treats? “I recommend using your favourite sausages to make this ultimate sausage roll, which you...
Win tickets to the British Speedway Grand Prix
A must-do this summer, The World Championship Speedway is back on track at Principality Stadium. Britain’s biggest indoor motorsport...
Edenstone offers apprenticeships to help young people build careers
Applications are open for five apprenticeships being offered by the Edenstone Group across South Wales and the South West of England....
7 Top authors reveal their chosen summer reads
Wondering what to pack for your holiday reading? Take inspiration from some of our favourite writers, says Hannah Stephenson. We asked...
How to store home Covid tests during the heatwave
A pharmacists explains why it’s important to store lateral flow tests properly. By Katie Wright. You wouldn’t leave milk or food out in...
Adventurer Steve Backshall and Olympian Helen Glover on getting their 3 children outdoors
The couple, whose new book is packed with ideas of how to entertain kids outside, talk to Lisa Salmon. You don’t get much more of an...
Dogs are cooling off with lollies and beach trips in the heatwave – as the RSPCA issues tips
The RSPCA is urging pet owners to make plans to protect pets during the spell of hot weather. Dog owners have been getting creative in...
Ixta Belfrage’s whipped yoghurt with roasted strawberries and peanut fudge sauce recipe
Think of it as the adult’s version of peanut butter jelly. “The lime-roasted strawberries and peanut fudge sauce are essentially a...
McFly’s eco-warrior Dougie Poynter on how he’s writing children’s books to help save the planet
Musician Dougie Poynter tells Lisa Salmon he hopes his books about climate-changing whales and plastic pollution will make kids more...
7 weird ways your body might be reacting to hot weather
Health pros explains some lesser-known consequences of extreme heat. By Katie Wright. After days of Met Office warnings, we’ve been...
4 Great ferry holiday destinations for a family break this summer
Ferry holidays could be the cheapest option for a family break this summer – here are 4 great destinations. Accessible by boats, these...
5 of the best plastic-free sunscreens to protect your skin – and the planet
These high-SPF creams could help you reduce plastic waste. By Katie Wright. New research has revealed some shocking statistics on the...
Ixta Belfrage’s chicken with pineapple and ‘nduja recipe
The perfect mix of sweet and savoury. “There is no greater union than that of pork and pineapple,” says Ixta Belfrage. “The pork here...
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