CARDIFF
N W dec´ 2015 ¯ Jan´ 2016
issue SIXTEEN
Thinking of moving in 2016? New house styles released for a new year
See page thirteen for more information
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
1
Gift Vouchers
now available
2
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
CONTENTS Cardiff Now 2nd Floor, Richardson House, 24 New Street, Worcester. WR1 2DP 01905 723011 www.pw-media.co.uk
ADVERTISE
Emma Cox Tel: 01905 727908 emma@pw-media.co.uk
There are different styles you can choose from to decorate your home and separate themes which you can follow to brighten up your home this Christmas
Suzie Scott Tel: 01905 727904 suzie@pw-media.co.uk
Editor
Dawn Pardoe PW Media & Publishing Ltd dawn@pw-media.co.uk
LOCAL Editor
Jill Warren jill@pw-media.co.uk
DESIGN
Paul Blyth
06
Create your kind of Christmas this year with a theme that runs throughout your home.
12
CONTRIBUTORS
Glynis Dray
16
COMPETITION WINNERS
Visit Parc Slip Nature Reserve over the festive period.
Gift Card for Windsor Barbers R. Arcelli, Cardiff ALL RIGHTS RESERVED: Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without permission. Colour transparencies, prints or any pictoral media for this publication are sent at owner’s risk and whilst every care is taken, neither PW Media & Publishing Ltd or its agents accept liability for loss or damage. No
technology in the home
editorial submissions will be returned unless accompanied by a Self Addressed Envelope. DISCLAIMER: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that adverts and articles appear correctly, PW Media & Publishing Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage caused directly or indirectly by the contents of this publication. The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of its publisher or editor. Please note that if you enter a competition in the Cardiff Now magazine your name and address may be forwarded to the host of said competition.
18
A selection of products that are perfect for your Christmas celebrations.
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
3
CONTENTS
24
28
beetroot and smoked vodka soup
cardiff to llandaff
26
Automotive Reliability Just Got Fun (No Really)
dec ´15 ¯ jan ´16
32
ISSUE sixteen
30
The History of The Pantomime.
the benefits of voluntering
win a romantic break
34 4
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
38
School holidays and you.
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
5
home & garden
There are different styles you can choose from to decorate your home and separate themes which you can follow to brighten up your home this Christmas
STYLISE YOUR HOME
THIS CHRISTMAS
Create your kind of Christmas this year with a theme that runs throughout your home.
W
hen December arrives everyone is excited and busy preparing for a grand Christmas. As we bid farewell to yet another eventful year let’s do
it in style and prepare to welcome in 2016 as a new start. Apart from the normal decorations put up every year and of course the Christmas tree, there are also some creative ideas for the home which can add that little bit more colour and beauty throughout the year.
6
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
>>
Fire & Stove Warehouse n Renewable Heat Specialists n Sales & Installation n Wood Burning & Boiler Stoves n Gas & Electric Fires n Gas Boilers & Installation n Solar PV & Biomass AGA | Morso | Parkray | DG Fires | Acr | Dru | Termatech | CLEANBURN
Unit C Freemans Parc, Penarth Road, Cardiff, CF11 8TU T: 02920 371287 M: 07973 863 660 E: sales@warmfrontfires.com
www.warmfrontfires.com @CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
7
home & garden
If you have a modern scheme you can have lots of fun jazzing it up.
Ditch brightly coloured baubles and tinsel and opt for a rustic approach.
There are different styles you can
which you can build on year after
pinecones and woodland decorations
choose from to decorate your home
year, a Contemporary look if you
to complete your rustic look.
and separate themes which you can
have a modern house or if you are
follow to brighten up your home this
lucky enough to live in a Victorian
Christmas. A new décor for your
Home then use that as your theme
home to create a fresh look to the
with hand painted baubles and a log
interior would give it a lift even with
fire.
modern scheme you can have lots
The Traditional or
seasonal updates that will brighten
minimal decorations.
Decorations traditional
don't and
if
have
to
you
have
be a
of fun jazzing it up with trendy
You could add some beautiful white
Rustic approach
lanterns or candles to light up the
This
ditch
Pick decorations that echo their
coming festive season, symbolising
brightly coloured baubles and tinsel
surroundings; for example, you could
purity and warmth. If you are the
and opt for a rustic approach to
team a bold geometric striped rug
kind who is on trend, you could shop
your decorating scheme instead?
and a bronze sculptured coffee table
for some amazing accessories to give
Traditional
decorating
with gold ribbon streamers and dot
your house that classy look. Changing
schemes have timeless appeal, so
around plenty of sphered candles
the wallpaper can be a great idea to
your style and look will last for several
in complementing metallic colours
years if you don't have the time or
to
cash to update your decorations every
Christmas living room look. In a teal
year. Make your fireplace the focal
painted scheme, opt for shiny blue
walls.
point by decking the mantelpiece in
baubles on the Christmas tree and
festive foliage, and complete the look
lay down a teal and gold tartan rug.
Choose a look
with a hessian stocking at each end.
Just one or two carefully chosen
decorate your home and you could choose some nice prints to add that extra bit of texture and colour to the
Decide
8
The Contemporary Look
on
a
theme
why
Christmas
up the place during the holidays. not
complete
your
contemporary
your
Replace the traditional mirror over the
decorations are enough to make a
Christmas decorations and carry it
fireplace with a chalkboard panel and
minimalist setting feel Christmassy.
throughout the house. It could be
the family can write festive messages.
You could dress a sleek granite
a Country Christmas with natural
When it comes to the tree, select a
fireplace with just a single garland
decorations, a Traditional theme
real fir and embellish it with natural
of blue eucalyptus sprigs, ivory
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
for
Christmas,
>>
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
9
home & garden
Make your fireplace the focal point by decking the mantelpiece in festive foliage.
Sit down to a festive feast in a dining room styled round a farmhouse table
roses and white church candles,
spell out a festive greeting. Buy red
personal touch. Make it a family
and when it comes to choosing the
and white woolly jumpers or blankets
affair by getting everyone involved,
Christmas tree, don't be afraid to go
from local charity shops and up cycle
both young and old. Sit down to
for something unusual. You'll find a
them into festive cushions or home-
a festive feast in a dining room
golden tree, a table top paper tree
made Christmas stockings. Use the
styled round a farmhouse table
and twin trees in metal planters
natural world and make a beautiful
with paper decorations and simple
look superb. An all-white room is the
door wreath with foliage from your
white crockery. Strings of cones and
decorator’s perfect gift at Christmas:
garden or local countryside. Similarly
berries add a natural touch to the
add colour, play with a white-on-
a table centrepiece can be created
painted chairs and faux-fur seat pads
white palette, or keep it monotone,
with a little florist’s wire and some
create a fun, luxury feel.
simple and natural. Take cuttings of
oasis (green foam available cheaply
ivy from the garden and curl them
from
round mirrors and fire surrounds,
berries on look particularly attractive
Christmas
over pictures and along one or two
and most of the components are
of the changes such as the festive
shelves. Stuff an alcove with firewood
completely free.
decorations
to keep the natural theme going.
10
any
florist).
Cuttings
with
and are
remember temporary,
some but
wallpaper, paint, fixtures and fittings The Country Dining Room
The Budget Christmas
Entertaining gets a festive twist with
Decorating your home for Christmas
these inspiring country dining ideas
doesn't have to break the bank.
- create atmosphere, character and
There are purse-friendly designs
charm economically and have a
that can be easily updated. With just
country Christmas. When planning
a few key accessories in scarlet red,
a country Christmas dining room,
snow white and natural materials you
look to texture, raw materials and a
can achieve a seasonal Scandi look
muted colour palette. If you're on a
without breaking the bank. Browse
budget, then get crafty. Homemade
flea markets and car boot sales for
place mats, name cards, and table
old type-setting blocks so you can
runners will give your space a
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
Use these ideas to have a fabulous
will still be there in the New Year so whatever changes you make to your home make sure they suit your taste. Also, keep it simple and neat. Overdoing things can only lead to more clutter and confusion. Make the best style changes to your home this Christmas and welcome the New Year with a fresh new look! Merry Christmas. By JILL WARREN
THE PUMPING STATION The Pumping Station Antiques and Interiors are established in an Old grade II listed building of an old Victorian Water Pumping Station.
T
he Pumping Station is
reproduction
home to arguably the
and
new
furniture, retro and vintage
most eclectic mix of
clothing,
bespoke
kitchens,
traders this side of the
painted
furniture,
militaria,
Severn Bridge. With more than
nauticalia, Star Wars figures
35 different traders under one
and model cars and more...
roof, its easy to while away an
why not go back in time and
entire morning or afternoon
explore the many shops along
at this welcoming destination.
the authentically constructed
We
Victorian Arcade, visiting is a
have
three
unique
floors
stores
of
including
must so see you soon.
outdoor furniture and a cafe if you feel peckish. Our ever changing antique
stock
includes
furniture,
vintage
leather, church pews, antique collectables, artwork, clocks, recycled
and
ornaments
new
and
garden furniture
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
11
home & garden
TECHNOLOGY
IN THE HOME This was the year when machines started to talk to each other, phones got ever thinner, bras got smarter, and some of us tuned out of the digital revolution altogether!
W
12
hat we can expect to
we own, our lives are being changed
that senses when you get up and
see in the future are
in numerous ways especially in the
makes sure the house is warm, or
devices that are not
home.
lights dimming automatically when
only more efficient
you go to bed), it has the potential
than anything we have now but
Perhaps you want to change the
also provide greater connectivity
colour of your living room lights to
between people and machines,
suit your mood or time the lights
net, from a light-bulb to a boiler –
allowing them to ‘talk’ seamlessly to
to come on when you wake up?
even a car. Sonos are the brand
each other. We already have robotic
Again this is perfectly possible
leaders in wireless audio. The new
mowers that can cut our grass while
already
internet-controlled
Play:5 wireless speaker has just
we read a book, houses that we can
systems. But the internet isn’t just
hit the high street. This innovative
programme from our mobile phone
about offering remote control to
speaker measures the acoustics
to make the tea for our arrival
make our lives easier. As artificial
in any room, analysing things like
(well, it will boil the kettle anyway!)
intelligence grows, devices will be
size, layout and furnishings. Then
and intelligent fridges. With the
able to make decisions for us. While
fine tunes your PLAY:5 to make sure
advent of the internet and remote
this might at first involve relatively
the music sounds great, no matter
applications for almost every gadget
mundane tasks (a heating system
where you place your speaker. It
ISSUE EIGHT SIXTEEN Cardiff Now APRIL dec´ 2015 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
with
to go much, much further. It means any device can be connected to the
>>
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
13
home & garden
has
smartly
synchronised
mid-
woofers and tweeters convenient, ultra-responsive
touch
controls,
six antennas and supreme wireless reliability. Televisions are now moving into the 4K capability, giving 4 times better definition then standard televisions. With movies being filmed in 4k and Bluray’s moving into this dimension this is definitely the way forward. Screens are again increasing in size with many now either 55” or 65” and these have very little surround. If you are looking to replace your television
this
Christmas,
then
may be take a look at the Curve Television giving the viewer extra 3 dimensional aspect. The
days
of
electrodes,
having
clips
and
to
wear
gadgets
to monitor your health while in hospital
or
your
fitness
when
going about your daily business may be over. Your next tracker could be ingestible. Researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
have
developed
a
sensor that monitors a patient’s heart rate and breathing from the inside.
The
small,
almond-sized
plastic pill records and transmits sounds
from
within
the
gut,
wirelessly relaying the information to a nearby computer. Processing the
management and airflow. It's a
technology
incorporates
convenient and accurate alternative
special sensing fibre electrodes knit
that
to traditional heart rate monitoring
directly into the garment. The fabric
chest straps that often bind, chafe,
hugs the body like a second skin,
and slip during workouts. Coming to
moving with the wearer while the
the UK soon, but you can order now
sensors - which are soft so they are
on numetrex.com.
never felt on the skin - monitor heart rate and communicate the data to a small transmitter that snaps into the
When Apple announced its muchanticipated Apple Watch back in
garment. The transmitter synchs
September 2014, people got very
up with a compatible heart rate
excited about the concept of an
monitor sports watch, smart phone
Apple-themed
or cardio machine, instantly relaying
forward to today, the Apple Watch
the data so the wearer can monitor
has been on sale for quite some time
and measure heart rate, calories
and with 2016 drawing ever closer,
burned and overall performance
people are starting to think about
and progress. What's great is that
the next-generation Apple Watch -
the advanced seamless apparel is
the Apple Watch 2. Expected in April
so comfortable, the wearer never
2016 with improvements predicted
gastroenterologist Giovanni Traverso.
knows they're wearing high tech
on the battery life, a FaceTime
monitoring
Quick-
camera to make and receive calls
Top sport brands are already selling
drying nylon/Lycra® fabric provides
plus a new look to attract the people
wearable technology - Adidas has
support and freedom of movement
prepared to pay between £1,000
sports bras, racer tanks, and shirts
while
and £8,000 for a watch.
recordings allows the researchers to detect the sounds of the pulse and respiratory rate. “Through characterisation of the acoustic
wave,
recorded
from
different parts of the GI tract, we found that we could measure both heart rate and respiratory rate with good accuracy,” said
14
made of innovative "smart fabric"
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
equipment.
improving
moisture
smartwatch.
Fast
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
15
NATURE NOTEBOOK
Parc Slip
Visit Parc Slip Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre
over the festive period Christmas: time to eat, drink and be merry – but if you’ve overindulged over the holidays head
P
to Parc Slip to burn off some of the calories! Just grab your wellies and a pair of gloves.
arc Slip Nature Reserve, now 26 years old,
your surroundings and get closer to wildlife. Join
is a flagship nature reserve managed by
us as we explore the Reserve this winter to find
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales
out about our amazing wildlife. These events are
(WTSWW). This beautiful reserve has over
suitable for ages up to 13 years.
300 acres of wildlife habitats and is home to some of Wales’ rarest and most precious wildlife. The reserve also includes intriguing walking and cycling trails, winter nature events and a Visitor Centre that serves hot food and drinks. Some of the nature events you can expect to come
If you have enjoyed the natural wonder of Parc Slip Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre please tell us about your experiences on www.thebestof.co.uk/ local/bridgend. Search for Parc Slip and write your review so that the Reserve and Visitor Centre can enter into the ‘Best of Bridgend’s Business of the
across at Parc Slip this season include:
Year Awards 2016’.
Lapwing Conservation Days
We have an array of wild adventures to come in the
The Lapwing is an iconic farmland bird which has undergone drastic declines in populations as a
New Year too so visit the links below to keep up to speed with Parc Slip’s activities!
result of loss of breeding habitat. Our conservation days encourage volunteers to help with practical habitat management of the nature reserve, cutting back scrub and creating new habitat features.
MORE INFORMATION
Contact Lorna on l.baggett@welshwildlife.org for
Website: www.welshwildlife.org/visitor-
more information and availability.
centres/parc-slip-visitor-centre/
Wildlife Watch Wildlife Watch Clubs are the leading environmental action club for kids and is an exciting way to explore
16
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
Blog: http://parcslipnr.blogspot.co.uk/ Instagram: wtswwparcslipnr www.facebook.com/ParcSlipNatureReserve Twitter: @ParcslipNR
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
17
HEALTH & BEAUTY
FESTIVE GIFTS AND GLAMOUR The festive season is just around the corner. Here are a selection of products that are perfect for your Christmas celebrations or as an ideal gift for yourself, friends or family.
CHANEL
CLARINS
DERMALOGICA
A multi-effect top coat
Festive Eye Make-Up
Clear Start Set. The Clear As Day (And Night) set
featuring a unique
Palette. A harmony of 10
contains a Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash;
combination of black-
beautiful eyeshadows
Breakout Clearing Daytime Treatment and
red lacquer and metallic with an ultra-soft texture shine - the perfect
in warm, nude shades
younger, congested skin is clear and healthy for
complement to Vamp,
and matte, satin and
the festive season.
the rebellious, black-red
iridescent textures.
nail shade that became an icon.
£18.00
18
Breakout Clearing Overnight Treatment to ensure
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
£35.00
£14.00
DHC
BALANCE ME
CLINIQUE
ELEMIS
DHC Mineral Mask
Our award-winning,
High on Lashes. Start
Blossoming Botanicals.
treatment draws out
anti-ageing ‘lighter
with All About Eyes to
Shower and moisturise in the
impurities from pores
than light’ super
reduce circles, puffs
exquisite Garden of England
with mineral-rich
protecting hand
and hold makeup
and fall in love with this floral
in place. Then apply
formula.
clays and softens with cream with a delicate conditioning botanicals. Promotes natural skin cell turnover
rose aroma.
£14.50
Clinique Skinny Stickit’s ultra thin applicator
£25.00
makes liner easy.
to help improve
Finish with lusher,
smoothness. The result
plusher High Impact
is a refreshed, more
Mascara and your look
radiant complexion.
is complete.
£29.00
£17.50 @CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
Stockist Details: Chanel - 0207 493 3836 - www.chanel.co.uk. Clarins - 0800 036 3558 - www.clarins.co.uk. Dermalogica - 0800 591818 - www.dermalogica.co.uk. DHC - www.dhcuk.co.uk. Balance Me - www.balanceme.co.uk. Clinique - www.clinique.co.uk. Elemis - 0117 316 1888 - www.elemis.com or www.timetospa.co.uk.
HEALTH & BEAUTY
19
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Revolutionary new law to increase donor rates comes into force in Wales Wales has become the first country in the UK to introduce a revolutionary new system to increase the number of organ donors.
W
ales has move
Health and Social Services
to a soft opt-out
Minister Mark Drakeford said:
system
where
“This is a day when we take
people
aged
a ground-breaking step in
18 and over who have lived in
Wales, which will save lives.
Wales for more than 12 months and who die in Wales will be regarded as having consented to organ donation unless they have opted opt. This is called deemed consent.
The latest figures show 14 people died last year in Wales while waiting for a transplant. “The change to a soft opt-out
People who want to be an organ donor can register a decision to opt in or do nothing, which will mean they have no objection to being an organ donor. Those people who do not want to be organ donor can opt out at any time.
system for organ donation will deliver a revolution in consent.
Organ
donation
saves lives; increasing the rate of organ donation allows us to save more lives. That’s the key motivation for this significant change. Over the last 20 years a great deal has
organ
been achieved in improving
donation law, which comes
medical practice in the field
into force today, could lead to a
of organ donation but if
25% increase in the number of
we’re going to make further
organ donors.
progress we need a leap in
The
change
to
the
The latest figures show 14 people in Wales died while waiting for a transplant in 201415. There are currently 224 people on the Welsh transplant waiting list, including 8 children, compared with 209 at the end of March 2014. The latest polling to be released later today shows that 69% of people in Wales are aware of
consent rates and that is why we have changed the law. “I
hope
this
change
will
prompt people to talk with their loved ones about their organ donation wishes. We have worked tirelessly to publicise the change and people’s choices under the new
system.
The
latest
figures show that awareness
the organ donation changes,
and
up from 63% earlier this year.
continued to increase and
Understanding of the new law
I am satisfied that we have
is also high, with eight out of
left no stone unturned in our
10 people who are aware being
efforts to reach the Welsh
able to describe the changes.
public on this issue.”
20
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
understanding
has
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
21
22
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
23
FOOD & DRINK
Beetroot
AND Smoked Vodka Soup
Beetroot is one of my
in the bottom of a large
favourite ingredients – it’s so
saucepan and add the onion,
versatile and can be paired
celery and beetroot.
with so many other flavours. This is a variation on a
2 Cook over a low heat,
traditional Russian Borscht,
stirring regularly, for 15-20
and looks and tastes fantastic.
minutes or until the onion has
We use locally distilled Chase
started to soften.
Smoked Vodka to give another layer of flavour, cutting through the sweet earthiness of the beetroot. The Kilpeck Inn is located in the historic village of Kilpeck in the heart of rural Herefordshire. The 250year old whitewashed pub was recently refurbished and is described by the Michelin Guide as "modern and characterful", and serving "delicious food" according to Alastair Sawday's Special Places to Eat. With four luxurious en suite bedrooms as well as a cosy bar and even a private dining room, it's the perfect place to eat, drink and sleep Award winning chef Ross Williams creates the menu around local and seasonal produce. Here he shares the recipe for one of his best selling soups. The Kilpeck Inn, HR2 9DN 01981 570464 www.kilpeckinn.com
Ingredients
B 1kg fresh beetroot, peeled and roughly chopped
B ½ head celery, chopped B 1 large white onion, roughly chopped
B 1.5 litres vegetable stock B 100ml Chase smoked vodka B To garnish: fresh horseradish cream, chopped chives, rye bread Method 1 Put a little vegetable oil
24
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
3 Add the stock and simmer for an hour or until the beetroot is soft and cooked thoroughly. 4 Add the vodka (if you want to remove the alcohol return to the heat for 10 minutes or so to let it evaporate) and blitz using a food processor or a hand blender. Check for seasoning and consistency (if it’s too thick for your liking add some hot water). 5 Garnish with a spoon of horseradish cream and some chopped chives and serve with fresh rye bread.
go fresh, go healthy, go wok to go
CARDIFF
N W if you would like to advertise in the next issue please contact one of our sales team Emma Cox Tel: 01905 727907 emma@pw-media.co.uk
Suzie Scott Tel: 01905 727904 suzie@pw-media.co.uk
A family run restaurant with a small team of dedicated and friendly staff Our produce is delivered daily ensuring the freshest ingredients possible
Opening hours Mon-Fri: 11.30-23.00 Sat-Sun: 16.30-23.00
Meals are cooked to order in an open style kitchen
Delivery
Please let us know of any food allergies or dislikes
Mon-Thurs: 18.00-22.30
We do not add salt or MSG to our meals We can recommend dishes if you are unsure
Tel: 02920 691118
www.woktogocardiff.co.uk
Fri-Sat: 17.00-22.30 Available on the
App Store
110 Caerphilly Road, Birchgrove, Cardiff, CF14 4QG
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
25
motoring
AUTOMOTIVE RELIABILITY
JUST GOT FUN (NO REALLY)
Reliable. Solid. Dependable. Steadfast. These are the adjectives that conjure-up visions of dull European middle management cars, driven by a safe pair of hands (probably wearing driving gloves), while hogging the middle lane of the autobahn. Somehow - and we’re not quite sure why - reliability and excitement got divorced years ago, destined never to meet again. We used to be told you could have one or the other. But both? Together? Dream about it.
W
ell, we’ve re-introduced them. Playful, meet
automated manual – delivers low CO2 and impressive fuel
robust. Nippy, meet quality. The result is
economy of up to 68.9 mpg on a combined cycle.
the all-new Toyota AYGO. A customisable city car with its own unique personality, yet
with such go-anywhere reliability you’ll soon be taking it for
The AYGO is backed by the most stringent quality control too, with a tireless focus on build and safety. We simply
granted. Much like a faithful pet, only much less trouble.
won’t let an AYGO go until all the boxes have been ticked
Unbridled fun
about regular trips to your local Toyota Centre, and get
The AYGO story all starts with clever, funky design inside
on with having good clean fun on the road for years and
and out. Outside, the AYGO is bold and eye-catching
years to come.
– and there are lots of them. Meaning you can forget
with its trademark front-x face and LED daytime running lights. Inside the AYGO x-cite is crammed with innovation,
Love your journey, not just your destination
including a Bluetooth multimedia system with DAB radio.
To show just how confident we are in the robust engineering
So it’ll stand out from the urban flow and be capable of
of every single AYGO, each one comes with a full 5 year
making the purest sounds all at once.
warranty. It’ll be with you, mile after mile, looking cool in
More than just a pretty face Many cars seem to look alike. But the new AYGO certainly isn’t one of them. Its daring and dramatic looks are enhanced with all sorts of choices, from a broad body colour range to interior and exterior packs, multimedia, navigation and
26
the city and far beyond, right up to 100,000 miles. And with flexible finance from just £149 a month at 0% APR Representative over 24 months* on the new special edition AYGO x-cite, you can now Go Fun Yourself for less, and take the next five years of trouble-free driving for granted.
more. The customisation options are as creative as they
To find out more, just call motorline toyota
are diverse. And when it comes to getting about, a choice
on 02920 344 444 (cardiff) or 01633 221 120
of two 1.0 VVT-i engines – either 5 speed manual or x-shift
(newport)
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
National ChipsAway Franchisee of the Year 2015
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
27
CARDIFF WALK
Start/Finish: This walk starts and ends at Cardiff Central Station. Public Transport: You can reach Cardiff Central Railway Station from all around by rail and bus. Please check current timetables.Parking: There are City Centre Car Parks but it is recommended that you travel by public transport. Alternatively you can park at Llandaff and join circular walk there or walk to Cardiff centre and bus back. O/S Map: Explorer Map 151 Distances: 7 miles or 4.5 miles Time: Allow all day as this is a very pretty walk or it can be a two hour workout for those who want to walk purely for exercise. Refreshments: There are lots of cafes, shops and pubs in Cardiff and Llandaff with plenty of picnic spots along the way. There are refreshments at the ‘all year round’ cafes (open approx.9am to 3.30pm) in Bute Park. Large groups need to give advance notice. Terrain: The walk is ‘wheel friendly’. It is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs (and indeed bicycles) from Cardiff Station as far as Llandaff but a ‘there and back’ walk on either side of the River Taff is recommended because of the slopes in Llandaff (the City within a City). Help may be required crossing the river bridges in wheelchairs. History: The name ‘Bute’ is synonymous with Cardiff. Descended from the Island of Bute in Scotland , this family lived in Cardiff from 1776 to 1947. The 130 acres of Bute Park near Cardiff Castle was donated to Cardiff City Council in 1947. Thanks to this act of kindness, Cardiff has ‘countryside’ really close to the city centre. Note: Do not attempt this walk if the River Taff is in flood as most of the walk is on the floodplain. Please also note that Bute Park closes ½ hour before sunset. There is a pedestrian ‘exit only’ turnstile for emergencies into North Road.
by University students in the 1980’s. Also notice the fish ladder, built in 2010, that enables salmon to swim upstream to their birthplace to lay their eggs. The arboretum is worth a detour as it was mainly planted in 1947 with 2500 species of trees shrubs and plants to create a green area within the City. You will need to return to this bridge to resume the walk. 3: The walk continues northwards on east side of River Taff through some beautiful Lime trees. Path share with care! Shortly pass a lodge, once an entrance to Bute Park. 4: On reaching A48 Western Avenue bridge, you can cross the river here to the Cathedral and rejoin the walk at point 7) or continue with the main walk through subway and fork
1: The walk starts at the main entrance to Cardiff Railway
left alongside the River Taff. Soon you will see the spire of
Station. With your back to station, walk ‘right’ around
Llandaff Cathedral on the opposite bank. After 1/3 mile, the
Central Square onto Wood Street and cross to ‘Westgate’
river curves slightly right at another weir. Follow the surfaced
opposite via the pedestrian crossing on right. Walk
path as far as another road bridge beyond the Cathedral.
down Westgate passing old Post Office building and
5: The walk either goes up the steps or up a ramp on the
entrance to the Rugby Ground, Cardiff Arms Park and Millennium Stadium. At far end (Angel Hotel), cross road via pedestrian crossing and walk left along row of stone animals on the castle wall to entrance into Bute Park. 2: There are various routes through 19th century Bute Park and its arboretum. If you take the main path northwards to the Summerhouse Cafe and Millennium Bridge then stay on the same side of the river and parallel to the River Taff you will reach ‘Black Weir Bridge’. This suspension bridge was designed
far side and across this bridge with a view of the River Taff and the Cathedral. (note:- you can catch one of the regular buses from just beyond here back to Cardiff City Centre). 6: Walk to Cathedral and Bishop’s Palace remains either along road or along two riverside paths that can get very muddy. 7: From the Cathedral’s main entrance turn right downhill and follow path across playing field to riverside path, turn right to walk back to A48. You are advised to cross this busy road via the footbridge but you effectively need to go straight across. 8: Walk the mile through beautiful Lime Tree avenue of the ‘Pontcanna’ area with ‘Pontcanna Fields’ on left and Cathedral owned ‘Llandaff Fields’ on right. 9: Turn left in front of Cricket Ground (SWALEC Stadium) to return to riverside path and turn right. Follow Taff Trail beneath next road bridge (near Cardiff Castle) and continue along the riverside passing the Millennium Stadium on opposite bank to next bridge. 10: At Wood Street, cross bridge, turning right into Central Square and Cardiff Central Railway Station where the walk ends. Written and Illustrated by Glynis Dray
CARDIFF TO LLANDAFF 28
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
29
CARDIFF PAST
THE HISTORY OF PANTOMIME In the United Kingdom, the word "Pantomime" means a form of entertainment, generally performed during the Christmas season. Most cities and towns throughout the UK stage a variation on the Pantomime theme at this time of year.
T
he origins of British Pantomime or "Panto" as it
story that has a direct descendant today, "Jack the Giant
is known, date back to the middle ages taking on
Killer". The Harlequinades continued to be played as short
board the traditions of the Italian "Commedia
pieces put on after the main drama of the evening was
dell" Arte, the Italian night scenes and British
concluded, as a sort of antidote to the tragedy.
Music hall to produce an intrinsic art form that has constantly adapted to survive up to the present day. Modern pantomime includes songs, slapstick comedy and dancing, employs gender-crossing actors, and combines topical humour with a story loosely based on a well-known fairy tale. It is a participatory form of theatre, in which the audience is expected to sing along with certain parts
aimed at children based on a popular fairy tale or folk legend. The most popular subjects being "Cinderella", followed by "Aladdin", "Dick Whittington" and "Snow White". Other popular titles are "Jack & the Beanstalk", "Babes in the
of the songs and shout out phrases to the performers.
Wood" and “Sleeping Beauty”. Rising in popularity is "Peter
It differs in this country from other parts of the world
Pan", although purists would argue that this is not strictly a
as they tend to use the term ‘pantomime’ to describe a
pantomime, but a children’s story, based on J.M Barrie’s play.
mimed play rather than the form used here. The British
"Peter Pan" first performed at the Duke of York’s Theatre,
version does not survive very well in other countries!
London in 1904 transferred successfully to America shortly
Harlequinade By the early eighteenth century, the first use of the word "Pantomime" emerges. A "ballet pantomime" was
30
The Subjects Pantomime, as we know it today, is a show predominantly
afterwards. Today the story has had elements of Pantomime introduced, and is one of the highly popular Christmas shows around the British Isles.
created, "The loves of Mars and Venus" in 1717, followed
A visit to a pantomime may be a child’s first experience of live
by "Harlequin Sorcerer", produced by John Rich, who
theatre. If that experience is magical enough, it can leave a
under his stage name "Lun" played Harlequin. Rich
lasting impression. In a world where children are surrounded
was responsible for creating the first "Harlequinade".
by computer games and videos, DVD's and the all-pervasive
Harlequinades were produced all year round at his
influences of television, a visit to a pantomime could be a
Lincoln Inn Fields Theatre, and these became so popular
catalyst to another world of creativity and joy. The tradition
that David Garrick at Drury Lane felt obliged to mount his
will continue, children will shout "Oh yes it is!" as loudly as
own pantomime, the difference being that his Harlequin
ever, and, when the actor in the white sheet waves his arms
spoke the lines, with less emphasis on mime. By 1773 the
behind our hero and goes "Whoo, Whooo!", children of all
Theatre Royal in Drury Lane presented the first pantomime
ages will still cry out "Its-behind-you!"
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
31
SENIOR LIVING
THE BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING Many of us lead incredibly busy lives - it’s often hard to think about giving up any of our time to help others. But even the smallest amount of time can make a huge difference to both you and the cause you choose to volunteer for.
W
e know volunteering increases self confidence, can keep you mentally and physically agile, combats depression and leads to new social opportunities too.
Bob Ray from Penarth says volunteering has changed his life: “Shortly after retiring 11 years ago, I hit one of the biggest hurdles in my life after being
You’ll achieve a sense of accomplishment, that
diagnosed with prostate cancer. I knew that
you’re really making a difference to people in your
staying fit and healthy would help me get through
community. Very often you’re either learning a new
the toughest stages of my recovery.
skill or being given the opportunity to share your own
32
benefit from what you’re doing.
experiences and knowledge with others.
“Age Cymru’s Nordic Walking programme has
Many organisations offer full training, pay expenses
that led me on to me becoming Walk Leader
and are flexible in the hours they ask you to commit
and now I’m fully qualified as a Nordic Walking
to giving. And once you’ve volunteered it may well
instructor. It’s made realise how wonderful life is;
change your life and those around you that directly
it energises me and gives me an immense sense
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
transformed my life. I started as a participant,
SENIOR LIVING
of well-being. I meet with likeminded people and really
“Secondly, Age Cymru is partnering with NHS Wales to
enjoy the socialising aspect of it all
roll out an online health and wellbeing assessment called
“I’m now independently qualified with the British Nordic Walking Federation (through Age Cymru’s affiliation with them) so my qualification is recognised all over the world. I would encourage anyone to give volunteering a go – it’s made me appreciate everything life has to offer and it proves to me that age truly is only a number”. At this time of year it sometimes takes a bit more effort to get out and about. Margot Deveraux, Age Cymru’s Volunteer Officer tells us about two specific opportunities currently available through Age Cymru at the moment. “Every year as part of our ‘Spread the warmth’ campaign, we’re out and about delivering our keep well, keep safe, keep warm messages to older people during the winter months. This year we’ve received so many enquiries,
‘Add to Your Life’. This innovative programme assists older people who may not have access to a computer, or who may not feel confident using the Internet, to complete the assessment. So, we’re looking for ‘Add to Your Life’ volunteers to go out into the community using iPads and laptops to help older people make positive lifestyle changes if needed. “For all our opportunities, like many organisations, we provide full training, equipment and we pay expenses too. There are also vacancies in our shops, offices, within our healthy ageing team and other parts of our Charity too. If you’ve been inspired to take up volunteering and feel you’d like to make a difference there are many websites where you can search for opportunities."
we’re keen to recruit ‘Spread the warmth volunteers’ to
If you’d like to volunteer with Age Cymru visit:
deliver our winter wellbeing tips to older people’s groups
www.agecymru.org.uk/volunteer.
– we provide all the materials you need and it can be
Email: volunteer@agecymru.org.uk or
great fun!
call: 029 2043 1555.
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
33
EDUCATION
H Guidelines brought in by the Department for Education (DfE) in September 2013 require head teacher’s to take a harder line on requests for absence.
School holidays and you Strict new rules on term-time holidays - including fines - were introduced two years ago to crack down on absence. But the LGA says the system is unworkable and is calling for change. It was debated on the 26th October in Parliament as a result of the e-petition to allow two weeks a year of term-time holiday breached the 120,000 signature threshold. It was mentioned the lack of clarity about exceptional circumstances versus special circumstances.
>>
34
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
35
EDUCATION
T
he call follows a case in
who are obliged by government
child being in school every
when children have to miss
which a father avoided
to fine a parent £60 per child
day, there are occasions
school because of problems
prosecution
for
- this rises to £120 if it is not
when
such as illness and family
refusing to pay a fine
paid within 21 days. In extreme
should be given individual
emergencies.
for taking his child out of school
circumstances, those that fail to
for a holiday. Jon Platt won a
consideration and a common
very sympathetic in these
pay can face prosecution with a
court battle with the Isle of
sense approach applied."
cases and will help children
maximum fine of £2,500 or a jail
Wight Council to avoid a criminal
sentence of up to three months.
But a spokesman for the
The LGA says head teachers
missing school even for a
conviction after he refused to pay a £120 fine for taking his sixyear-old daughter out of school to go on holiday to Florida. He was issued with the fine by the council after he took his family on the trip, which included a visit to Walt Disney World, in April despite an absence request being rejected by the school. The issue of the fine, which was originally £60 and then doubled because of his refusal to pay, went before the Isle of Wight Magistrates' Court and Mr Platt won his case. He successfully argued that Section 444 of the Education Act required parents to ensure their children attended school "regularly", and did not put restrictions on taking them on holidays in term time. Guidelines brought in by the Department for Education (DfE) in September 2013 require head teacher’s to take a harder line on requests for absence. Previously, heads were able to grant 10 days' leave in "exceptional
circumstances",
meaning that many schools could allow up to two weeks
should be allowed to give reasonable consideration to term-time leave requests and is calling on the Department for Education (DfE) for a change in the rules. Roy Perry, chairman of the LGA's Children and Young People Board, said: "It is clear that the current system does
not
families,
always
favour
especially
those
catch up with work. However, term time holidays are not a valid reason to miss school."
short time is harmless to
In the year 2014/2015 141 Fixed
a
Our
Penalty Notices have been
evidence shows missing the
issued in Cardiff out of a total
equivalent of just one week
of 45,000 pupils in education
a year from school can mean
between the age of 5 and 16.
child's
education.
a child is significantly less likely to achieve good GCSE grades,
having
a
lasting
effect on their life chances."
You may well ask why Mr Platt spent over £1000 in legal costs when his fine would have been £60 – as the fines are
secretary of the Association of
for criminal prosecution for an
the demands of modern life
School and College Leaders,
offence and therefore is not to
or have unconventional work
said: "There will be times
be taken lightly.
commitments. "There has to be a sensible solution
whereby
every
family has the option to spend time together when they
choose
to,
without
fear of prosecution from education authorities. "The current rules tie families to set holiday periods. They make no allowances for what a family would class as a special occasion or takes into account a parent's work life." Mr Perry said blanket bans were not working and fines were being successfully challenged.
to be reassessed to ensure
holiday cannot be classed as an
we are not wasting time and
exceptional circumstance.
money by enforcing what is considered to be a punitive and unfair system," he said.
out of school during term time are
"While councils fully support
reported to their local authorities
the DfE's stance on every
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
are
that are struggling to meet
but the stricter rules mean a
36
DfE said: "It is a myth that
Schools
for discharging your liability
"It's time for this situation
parents who take their children
requests
general
of term-time holidays a year,
If an absence is not authorised,
parental
Brian
Lightman,
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
37
WHAT’S ON
Win a Two Night Bed & Breakfast stay for two at Wolfscastle Country Hotel The Wolfscastle Country Hotel & Allt yr Afon Restaurant, a former vicarage nestling in the lush Mid Pembrokeshire countryside, is still known locally by its original name "Allt yr Afon" ("Wooded Hill by the River").
W
in a Free Two Night Bed & Breakfast stay for two in our best available room
available alongside our delicious a la carte menu.
at Wolfscastle Country Hotel and Allt yr
We offer efficient, professional service in a relaxed and
Afon Restaurant.
convivial atmosphere.
This beautiful hotel is renowned for it’s ambience, character,
Popular with business and holiday travellers alike, we're
friendly atmosphere, comfortable bedrooms, great service
within easy reach of the county's main towns, and in a great
and delicious Two AA Rosette awarded dining.
location for exploring the St. David’s Peninsula, Preseli
Guests enjoy excellent accommodation in our twenty, recently refurbished, en-suite bedrooms, fine food and fine wine at this comfortable and relaxing hotel. Celebrating 40 years in 2016, the hotel has been awarded Two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, the Wolfscastle Country Hotel is a Four Star (Visit Wales) country house hotel located in the lush Mid-
Mountains and attractions of South Pembrokeshire. It's also within easy reach of Haverfordwest and the Ferry to Rosslare from Fishguard. Hotel reception is always happy to offer travel and holiday advice. We're a member of Welsh Rarebits, the gold collection of individually owned hotels of distinction. Our popular restaurant is open 7-days a week, year-round for lunch and
Pembrokeshire Countryside.
dinner. Non-residents are always very welcome.
Lunch and Dinner are served in our stylish Brasserie
Tel: (01437) 741 225
and Allt yr Afon Restaurant 7 days a week, to both
Email: info@wolfscastle.com
residents and non-residents. Light Lunches are
www.wolfscastle.com
Competition For your chance to win a two night Bed & Breakfast stay for two at Wolfscastle Country Hotel simply fill out the entry form with the correct
Answer: Name:
answer to the following question:
How many years will Wolfscastle celebrate in 2016? Send your answers in a sealed, stamped, addressed envelope to: Wolfscastle CN, PW Media & Publishing Ltd, 2nd Floor, Richardson House, New Street, Worcester, WR1 ISSUE SIXTEEN 2DP. Closing date for entries is 27th January 2016.
38
Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
Address: Tel: Email:
If you do not wish to receive information on forthcoming events, news and offers from Wolfscastle Country Hotel please tick this box
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
39
WHAT’S ON
DECEMBER Monday 7th December – Saturday 2nd January 2016 THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA Sherman Theatre, Senghennydd Road, Cathays, Cardiff, CF24 4YE Cost: £8 www.shermancymru.co.uk Tuesday 8th December – 10th January 2016 SHREK THE MUSICAL Wales Millennium Centre, Bute Place, Cardiff Bay, CF10 5AL Cost: £18 - £58 www.wmc.org.uk Tuesday 8th MESSIAH St David’s Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH Cost: £22 - £35 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
Friday 11th CHRISTMAS WITH GERSHWIN & ELLINGTON Wales Millennium Centre Bute Place, Cardiff, CF10 5AL Cost: £11 - £13.50 www.wmc.org.uk
Monday 14th GARETH MALONE St David’s Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH Cost: £25 - £37.50 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
THE SIXTEEN St David’s Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH Cost: £9 - £14 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
Wednesday 16th December – Saturday 2nd January CANDYLION The SSE SWALEC Stadium Cardiff, CF11 9XR Cost: See website www.thesseswalec.co.uk
Friday 11th – Friday 18th JONGLEURS COMEDY CHRISTMAS SHOWS Corner Park Place, Greyfriars Road, Cardiff, CF10 3DP Cost: From £25pp www.jongleurs.com Saturday 12th MEMO CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Memo Arts Centre, Canolfan Y Celfyddydau, Gladstone Road, Barry, CF62 8NA Tickets: £40pp www.memoartscentre.co.uk
STATUS QUO Motorpoint Arena, Mary Ann Street, Cardiff, CF10 2EQ Cost: £45 Contact: 029 2022 4488
Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th TAURUS CRAFTS CHRISTMAS MARKET Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6BU Cost: Free www.tauruscrafts.co.uk
Wednesday 9th CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE St David’s Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH Cost: £6 - £7.50 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
Sunday 13th CAROLS FOR CHRISTMAS – Children in Need St David’s Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
Thursday 10th CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT Portland House, 113 - 116 Bute St, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, CF10 5EQ Cost: £8.29 Conc. £6.22 www.jumblebee.co.uk
CHRISTMAS WITH THE STARS Cardiff City Hall, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3ND Cost: £25 www.wmc.org.uk
CLIC / SARGENT CHRISTMAS CONCERT St David’s Hall, The Hayes Cardiff, CF10 1AH Cost: £9 - £14 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
40
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
It Happened One Night (PG) – BFI LOVE Season Memo Arts Centre Canolfan Y Celfyddydau, Gladstone Road, Barry, CF62 8NA Tickets: £4pp www.memoartscentre.co.uk
Thursday 17th CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS St David's Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Thursday 17th - Sunday 20th ALADDIN Memo Arts Centre Canolfan Y Celfyddydau, Gladstone Road, Barry, CF62 8NA Tickets: £13 Conc. £11 www.memoartscentre.co.uk Friday 18th – Sunday 20th Welsh National Opera: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Wales Millennium Centre, Bute Place, Cardiff, CF10 5AL Cost: £20 www.wmc.org.uk Saturday 19th December – Sunday 3rd January CHRISTMAS BALLETS IN CARDIFF The Snow Maiden, The Nutcracker & Swan Lake St David's Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Monday 21st GUSTAV HOLST’S THE PLANETS Wales Millennium Centre, Bute Place, Cardiff, CF10 5AL
>>
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
41
WHAT’S ON
Cost: £12 Child £8
www.wmc.org.uk
JANUARY
Friday 8th SNOOKER LEGENDS St David's Hall, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AH Cost: £15 - £40 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Tuesday 12th RWCMD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA St David's Hall, The Hayes, CF10 1AH Cost: From £5.75 See website www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk
42
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016
Friday 16th REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama Castle Grounds, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3ER Cost: £17 Conc. £15 www.rwcmd.ac.uk Thursday 21st THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN Wales Millennium Centre, Bute Place, Cardiff, CF10 5AL Cost: £18.50 - £27.50 www.wmc.org.uk Friday 22nd BURNS NIGHT Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
Castle Grounds, Cathays Park, CF10 3ER Cost: £26 www.rwcmd.ac.uk Tuesday 26th Royal Ballet Live: Rhapsody/ The Two Pigeons Memo Arts Centre, Canolfan Y Celfyddydau, Gladstone Road, Barry, CF62 8NA Tickets: £15 Conc. £12.50 www.memoartscentre.co.uk Thursday 28th NT Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses Memo Arts Centre, Canolfan Y Celfyddydau, Gladstone Road, Barry, CF62 8NA Tickets: £15pp www.memoartscentre.co.uk
@CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
43
44
ISSUE SIXTEEN Cardiff Now dec´ 2015 ¯ jan´ 2016