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CONTENTS Cardiff Now 2nd Floor, Richardson House, 24 New Street, Worcester. WR1 2DP 01905 723011 www.pw-media.co.uk
˝All of these spring patterns, fabrics and colours can be mixed and matched to create a unique room design˝ AMELIA HANSON
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Fill your home with lively blooms, bright colours and animal-themed designs to bring a breath of fresh air into your interior.
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As sunshine rapidly follows on from hail and snow showers, the signs of spring are starting to appear.
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AN EASTER WEDDING
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Make yourself some mouth-watering Moqueca, a traditional Brazilian fish stew, courtesy of Viva Brazil.
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Glynis Dray takes us around the Llantwit Major Circular Walk.
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All of these spring patterns, fabrics and colours can be mixed and matched to create a unique room design
HOT SPRING FABRICS Fill your home with lively blooms, bright
Bringing vibrant colours and patterns into the home in
colours and animal-themed designs to bring
the form of curtains, upholstery, bed covers, blinds and
a breath of fresh air into your interior.
cushions gives an optimistic feel to a home after the doom and gloom of the winter months. Pattern As can be expected in springtime, animal and floral designs are extremely popular. Animal prints from previous seasons are out and have been replaced by artist interpretations and photographic prints of creatures including dogs, insects and even bird and feather designs.
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Artistic prints, like this Georgiana Fabric, can be used in traditional or modern rooms. www.digitexhome.com
Mix blue florals and stripes for a chic spring bedroom with Tesco’s (www.tesco.com) soft furnishing range
Prints featuring flowers and plants
as graphic shapes and stripes or
particularly at home in a sumptuous
come in the form of either modern
flowers and animals are set against a
bedroom or used as accent touches
patterns or those which mimic
white background for a contemporary
in a luxurious sitting room.
paintings in the style of flourishing
feel or on a black background for the
watercolours or oils or botanical ink
more adventurous.
From a more masculine point of view, top fabric choices feature texture
drawings to bring a fresh look to a room.
As
brass
and
gold
tones
are
and natural materials. Earthy feeling
furniture
materials like linen are teamed
For a more masculine finish, these
and accessories this season, these
with more tactile finishes such as
floral and natural elements can
colours are also showing up in fabrics
fleece and felt and winter’s trend
be mixed with the current crop of
either as part of a pattern, as a
for chunky knits has been replaced
stripes and bold geometric prints
background or as a metallic highlight
by lightly textured crochet finishes.
to add a contemporary feel to any
to lift other colours.
These hardwearing fabrics would be
fashionable
in
lamps,
perfect for a lounge or playroom and
space and to introduce a hit of more solid colour. Colours
Materials
tend to be longer lasting than more
Just as there are masculine and
lightweight materials.
feminine aspects to pattern trends pale
at the moment, the same principle
All of these spring patterns, fabrics
cornflower to navy is the top choice
also applies in terms of materials
and colours can be mixed and
with fabric designers for the spring
and types of fabric to use around the
matched to create a unique room
home. This is combined with greens
home. In the more feminine fabrics,
design using soft furnishings and
and hints of pale yellow and vivid
inspiration is taken from the glamour
whether you’re looking to update
red, pink or purple to add a splash
of the 1940s and Hollywood sirens and
cushions and curtains or reupholster
of warmth and to reflect a newly
popular fabrics include silk blends,
furniture, the choices this season are
flowering garden within the home.
ones with bronze or gold metallic
boundless.
Blue
in
any
shade
from
threads and anything that has a high These colours, whether they appear
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shine or gloss. These fabrics would be
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PROPERTY
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NATURE NOTEBOOK
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his is no secret power: spotting these signs just involves slowing down to look and listen as the world around you unfolds.
Dunnocks and robins have been singing since late January in the tentative light of mornings, joined by great tits later in the day, calling ‘teacher-teacherteacher’ from the treetops. Song thrushes have also joined the chorus. Hazel catkins are opening, dusting everything with golden pollen and the tiny female flowers are glowing an incredible fuchsia. So, when does winter officially become spring? According to the Met Office, the meteorological spring starts on the first of March; the meteorological calendar, based on our Gregorian calendar, runs from March to May inclusive. The astronomical spring is slightly later, being based on the earth’s orbit of the sun, and runs from 20 March until 20 June. But
THE SIGNS OF SPRING As sunshine rapidly follows on from hail and snow showers, the signs of spring are starting to appear. One of the great joys of being a naturalist surely has to be the privilege of seeing and hearing signs of spring before so many others.
once you are aware of the signs of spring you start looking far earlier than even St David's Day. Why not get out and find spring? Join us at The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales’ Parc Slip Nature Reserve, Tondu, Bridgend – there's so much to do this March. Friends of Parc Slip
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Saturday 21 March, 10:30am – 12:30pm. Join our Friends of Parc Slip weekend conservation work party and help us look after the nature reserve, with activities ranging from scrub clearance to bug hotel building! If you’d like to come along please let Rose know on r.revera@welshwildlife.org. Lapwing Watch Every Friday in March, 10:30am – 12:30pm. Following all the hard work of the Lapwing Champion volunteers over the winter, we will now be monitoring the activity of the lapwing on the nature reserve. Join us for some surveying to help us to monitor the lapwing breeding at Parc Slip. Wildlife Watch Saturday 14 March (Parc Slip) and Saturday 21 March (Forest Farm). Our Wildlife Watch is suitable for children under the age of 12, we do all sorts of fantastic activities which gets children out and about with wildlife. We have a group at Forest Farm in Cardiff and one at Parc Slip Nature Reserve near Bridgend. Call 01656 724100 to find out more. www.welshwildlife.org
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
ESPECIALLY FOR MOTHER's DAY With Mother's Day upon us, there’s no better time to treat yourself to some new luxuries... or leave a few subtle hints with your children.
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MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE 1. ALPACA SCARF – From £32. A 100% Baby Alpaca
tulips, hyacinth and foliage, and comes in it's own chocolate
scarf. Extra fine and soft and warm to wear. Harder
brown paper bag with ribbon. The average flower miles
wearing than wool or cashmere and less prone to pilling.
of a Great British Florist Posy are a tenth of many of the
Alpaca wool does not contain lanolin, which is often the
bouquets on offer. www.greatbritishflorist.co.uk
source of allergic reactions in wool. These alpaca scarves
5. SILK PILLOWCASE - £37. A hypoallergenic 100% heavy
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WEDDINGS
AN EASTER WEDDING After the dramatic reds and bold hearts of Valentine’s Day, an Easter wedding can be fresh and calming.
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ith pastel colours and an abundance of spring flowers, pale pink, lemon and baby blue are just a few of the colours that can be blended together and woven
throughout the day. The bride, always the centre of attention in white, flanked by bridesmaids in mint green, lilac and zesty lemon sheath dresses - stunning! The flowers can be casual, bunches of daffodils loosely tied with sisal string, small bunches of wild flowers in a basket for the flower girl or for more dramatic effect tulips could be carried. The latter now come in a range of colours to suit everyone’s taste and can be used as centre pieces for the table and to decorate the venue.
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WEDDINGS
Talking of venues, with the weather improving at this
Easter is a great time of year to get married. The winter is
time of year, a country house with beautiful gardens is
coming to an end and it’s the first public holiday period
the ideal place to take some fantastic photos. Or perhaps
since Christmas so your guests will be in a relaxed mood.
you prefer a marquee lavishly decked with drapes,
The symbolic nature of springtime and Easter is of
balloons and chandeliers in your chosen colours. Several
rebirth and new beginnings, which echoes the idea of a
companies will now help you find the perfect venue
couple starting their married lives together. So whether
and with so many places having a licence for the whole
you pick a fun filled bunnies and chocolate theme or a
service the full day can be spent in the same place and
more traditional natural look with birds’ nests and fresh
you can create you perfect event. The first priority when
flowers, your Easter wedding will create some great and
planning a date would be to book the church if a religious
lasting memories.
service is preferred or to choose the venue and ensure it is available.
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Once the date and place are confirmed a theme can be chosen and with an Easter wedding, chocolate can play a big role! Easter eggs big and small can be used as favours and to decorate the tables. If you have children attending, an Easter egg hunt is great to keep them amused and the adults will probably join in too. A chocolate fountain or chocolate based wedding cake can continue the theme and guests can depart with little bags of sugar coated eggs. A more traditional Easter theme can be created by serving simnel cake and giving Easter biscuits wrapped in cellophane or in personalised boxes.
If you have children attending, an Easter egg hunt is great to keep them amused and the adults will probably join in too
HISTORY OF THE WEDDING RING There are no pre-defined rules about which hand you should wear your wedding band on, and the tradition varies around the world. However, in the UK it is customary to wear your wedding band on the ring finger of your left hand. Traditionally, the ring is worn on the third finger of this hand although it is often mistakenly referred to as the fourth finger. This custom stems from a legend that a vein straight from the heart is connected directly to this finger. Although scientifically this is not true, it is a lovely tradition. Furthermore, practically speaking this is the finger you will use least, particularly if you are right handed.
Alternatively, spring flowers in rustic bowls and jugs could decorate the tables and the cake could be a light sponge covered in buttercream and layered with fresh flowers to give that delicate spring feeling to the day. Stationery featuring the traditional chicks and bunnies theme will add a fun element and this could be continued with the invitations, menu holders and order of service. Woven birds’ nests filled with little eggs make eye catching
finger of her new husband during the wedding ceremony is a relatively new one. It came into fashion during the second world war, when couples were divided and the men who were fighting wanted a constant reminder of the commitment and love they shared with their
centrepieces and wooden hangings create a natural feel to
wives. Nowadays almost every groom receives
the décor. Have delicate pastel painted paper butterflies
a ring during the wedding ceremony and 90% of
hanging from the ceiling giving a feeling of movement and
men go on to wear them regularly afterwards.
new life starting.
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FOOD & DRINK
VIVA BRAZIL Saint Mary Street, Cardiff. CF10 1GD
Moqueca Traditional Brazilian Fish Stew
Serves 6
Method
Ingredients
1 Place fish in a large
B 1kg skinless firm white fish
ceramic dish and toss with 2
fillet (such as coley filets), pin-boned, cut into 3cm cubes The real Brazilian style dining experience begins once you are seated. Our troop of Passadors (Meat Carvers) move from table to table, offering over fifteen select cuts of Beef, Lamb, Pork, Chicken and Sausages, all slowly roasted over our charcoal barbeque and expertly carved at the table. You decide the pace of your meal with discs which are provided for each diner. One side is Green which signals to our Passadors that you would like more; and the other side is Red, which you can turn to when you have finished or simply wish to take a break. To accompany the meats served to your table, visit our Salad Island which boasts over 20 different variations of freshly prepared salads, vegetables, cold meats, fruits, breads and sauces, as well as no fewer than 8 traditional hot Brazilian dishes for you to enjoy. At Viva Brazil, we don’t cook for large amounts of people, we prepare fresh food in smaller portions and when they are finished, we replace them with something new! www.vivabrazilrestaurants.com
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B 1/3 cup (80ml) lime juice B 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil B 1 red onion, thinly sliced B 1 green pepper, thinly sliced
B 1 red pepper, thinly sliced B 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
B 2 short red chillies, finely chopped
B 2 cups (500ml) fish stock B 400g can chopped tomatoes
B 270ml can coconut milk B 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
B Coriander leaves and steamed rice, to serve
tablespoons lime juice and 1 teaspoon sea salt. Chill for 30 minutes to marinate. 2 Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion for 3 minutes or until softened. Add peppers, garlic and chilli, then cook, stirring occasionally, for a further 5 minutes or until peppers are softened. 3 Stir in stock, tomatoes, coconut milk and coconut oil. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 20-25 minutes until slightly reduced. 4 Add fish and marinating juices, then cook for another 8-10 minutes until the fish is just cooked. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice and and season to taste. 5 Serve with coriander and rice.
RESTAURANT JAMES SOMMERIN A warm welcome awaits you at the new Restaurant James Sommerin situated on The Esplanade in Penarth.
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he restaurant is the first venture for husband and wife team James & Louise Sommerin and represents the culmination of many years of hard work. James started his first job in an Italian restaurant in Newport
at the age of 12, before taking a full time position upon leaving school, in a restaurant near Usk. He attributes his passion and flair for cooking to his late grandmother, who instilled a love of food at an early age during Saturday morning cookery sessions together. He ventured to Scotland where he learnt his trade under the tutelage of Head Chef Richard Lythe at Farleyer House developing an understanding of the importance of using seasonal, quality products and combining different flavours. Whilst in Scotland he cooked at the opening of the Scottish Parliament and met his soon to be wife, Louise. After the birth of their first daughter, James wanted to return to Wales, his home country, and joined the team at The Crown at Whitebrook in 2000. James graduated from Sous Chef to Head Chef after which the restaurant gained a coveted Michelin star in 2007, which was retained until it closed in 2013. Their lunch and evening ‘taster’ menus combine quality, local (where possible) ingredients and unusual flavours - LANGOUSTINE, WHITE CHOCOLATE, TURNIP, TONKA BEAN CHICKEN LIVER PARFAIT, APPLE TRUFFLE - to name but a few! The choice of wine also echoes the attention to detail, so a wine is suggested to complement each course. Each wine is sourced from a different country with an emphasis on smaller, boutique and organic vineyards. In addition to its excellent cuisine, Restaurant James Sommerin offers two unique experiences: firstly you can become ‘Chef for a Day’ and learn the skills and artistry required to be a fine dining chef. Alternatively you could marvel at the kitchen team preparing your 14 course dinner! Gift vouchers are available so you can treat a loved one to an unusual experience or simply let them enjoy a lovely meal in stunning surroundings. The description ‘Restaurant with Rooms’ will soon become a reality when 9 stylishly comfortable bedrooms are opened. The majority of these will share the same fantastic views as the restaurant out across the water. The rooms will be on a bed and breakfast basis but there are plans to offer midweek packages that include dinner as well. With local support and his beloved grandmother smiling down on him, Restaurant James Sommerin is sure to become a huge success. The restaurant's aim to 'create a dining experience guests will not forget’ appears very much attainable. @CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk
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If you believe in yourself, vegan living will soon become second nature.
Smokehouse Chickpea and Avocado Salad
HOW TO GO VEGAN It’s time we let you in on a little secret: going vegan is actually a piece of cake. Take it slow
Go shopping
Keep your end goal in mind, but go at your own pace.
Treat your taste buds to new foods and new flavours.
Some people manage to go vegan overnight and if
Leaving your food comfort zone will take you on a voyage
that's the right approach for you, fantastic. Yet don't be
of discovery of new cuisines. There are thousands of
concerned if you feel you need more time. Like any other
vegan recipes out there from every corner of the globe.
lifestyle change, going vegan not only takes getting used
Whatever your culinary preference, you'll encounter
to, but it takes time to determine what will work best for
amazing new dishes and interesting variations on your old
you. It's not a one size fits all experience and there are
favourites. Yet you don't have to be an award-winning chef
numerous approaches you can take.
to achieve this. You'll be surprised by the number of meals you can easily prepare from things already in your kitchen
Making small changes to your everyday meals is one of the
or local supermarket.
easiest ways to increase the amount of plant-based foods in your diet. You could start by removing meat or dairy one
Keep learning
day a week and go from there. Or you could try changing
Remember that going vegan is a learning curve. To live
one meal at a time, having vegan breakfasts during your
as a vegan in a non-vegan world takes both courage and
first week, adding a vegan lunch during week two and so
curiosity. Veganism has been around since 1944, but it’s
on. You could even try changing one product at a time by
still a relatively new concept to many people. It’s important
swapping cow's milk for almond or soya milk or butter for
you allow yourself time to learn about the various strands
coconut oil or margarine. There's a plant-based alternative
of veganism - and remember to pat yourself on the back
for almost every type of food you can think of, so you don't
along the way for the progress you've made.
have to miss out on any of your favourite foods. Don’t give up
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Do it right
If you believe in yourself, vegan living will soon become
Make sure you don't miss out on essential nutrients. Just
second nature. There is always a better reason to stick
because you're vegan that doesn't mean you're 100%
with your decision than to go against it. Make sure that
healthy, as there are vegan versions of almost every type of
you do things along the way that remind you of the joy of
junk food you can think of. As long as you eat a wide variety
vegan living, and take it one day at a time. You've chosen
of tasty plant foods, planning a healthy diet that incorporates
an amazing, exciting and profound way to live your life - be
all the vitamins and nutrients you need will be a breeze.
sure to enjoy it.
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EDUCATION
CIAO! ALLO! BONJOUR! At times, grasping the
What is the best age to learn a language?
fundamentals of a foreign
It seems that children are surprisingly better at learning languages than we
language can be enough for
are, and the sooner they start, the better. In a recent study, researchers
an adult to throw their hands up and shout “Je ne comprend pas!” It’s often a mind-boggling task to contend with a series
found that babies begin to pick up the subtle tones of their mum’s accent while still in the womb. To complement this, other studies have also shown that very early exposure to a language will positively help define a native pronunciation. This ability can be linked to the physiological changes that happen in the developing brain of a child. Young children are particularly
of regular and irregular verbs,
receptive and learn how to communicate through continual repetition and
masculine and feminine
exposure to their native language. As their brains develop they become
nouns, whilst at the same time,
hungrier for knowledge and as they continue to learn through imitation
stretching the memory bank to remember a dictionary of words. So, why is it that many
and verbal communication they are able to grasp language structures very quickly. Needless to say, as with any subject, the more time a child has to learn a language, the more fluent he or she will eventually become.
children seem to absorb the
What can I do to help my child learn a language?
essentials of a language with
Chances are, if you’ve returned from a holiday abroad your child may be
comparative ease? They make it
biting at the bit to continue learning the country’s language; or maybe they
seem so effortlessly easy. In fact
are being taught basic French at primary school and want to know more; or
there is quite a bridge between the language learning ability of an adult and a child. Supported
perhaps, there is a foreign child who has recently started at school that they want to befriend; whatever the reason, if your child shows an eagerness to learn a language it’s really helpful to keep the momentum going.
by plenty of researched
A good way to support this is to take an enthusiastic interest in the
evidence, many experts now
cultures and customs of other countries. Explain to your child the
recommend the best time to
value of being able to speak a foreign language and the freedom it
learn a language is at a very
brings within a country. You may wish to supplement this interest by
young age.
attending international cultural events to expose your child to the food, smells, music and customs that exist in the country where your chosen language is spoken.
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A child will become more articulate as time moves on, especially if they are encouraged to listen closely, learn through imitation and repeat the exercises regularly. Essentially, the more exposure a child gets to languages at an early age, the more they will pick up. What are the benefits to learning a language at a young age? Children who are exposed to, and learn foreign languages at an early age enhance their ability to reach high levels of cognitive development, showing a good degree of creativity and flexibility across a broad range of subjects. Using a different language system, written and oral communication skills can vastly improve due to the intensive use of memory and listening skills that are required. As children develop the ability to communicate in a different language, they will start to compare words, sentences and texts, and find similarities as well as differences. This general understanding will help them transfer skills from one subject to another. Children may also reap other benefits such as an increased ability to solve complex problems. Another advantage is linked to work aspirations. Future prospects may become brighter as children who gain fluency in other languages may be more able to develop a deeper understanding of other cultures, which may eventually lead to roles that help improve global communication. Learning a different language is a fabulous way for you and your child to engage in a new culture and as primary school aged children are at a ripe age to learn – why delay this great opportunity?
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VICTORIA PARK MAZDA BRINGS ALL-NEW MAZDA2 TO LIFE WITH VIRTUAL REALITY EVENT Earlier this month saw Victoria Park Mazda in Cardiff host an exclusive preview for the all-new Mazda2 supermini, which offered customers the
T
he Hadfield Road dealership
really
gave customers the opportunity
Customers were transported to a
to view the all-new Mazda2,
virtual
and enter a virtual reality world to experience the technology-packed new car.
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the
environment,
experience. where
they
ahead of its UK launch. The
could explore the details of the all-
special event formed part of a nationwide
new Mazda2 and experience it from
preview tour for the new car visiting 119
all angles, inside and out.”
Mazda dealers across the country. Featuring Mazda’s clever fuel-saving Prospective customers had the chance
SKYACTIV technology, the new supermini
to see the Japanese brand’s stylish new
boasts a variety of efficient, yet responsive
supermini in the showroom, using high-
petrol engines with new five or six-
tech Oculus Rift virtual reality headsets to
speed manual and 6-speed automatic
bring the car to life from inside and out.
gearboxes.
While
a
new
1.5-litre
SKYACTIV-D diesel, with a 6-speed Using the special headsets, customers
manual gearbox, returns incredible fuel
were able to interact with a high-
economy and CO2 emissions of 83.1mpg
definition 3D version of the all-new
and 89g/km respectively – making the
Mazda2. The futuristic preview echoed
Mazda among the cleanest and most
the
efficient in its class.
new
car’s
sophisticated
range
of comfort, convenience and safety technologies that make the car stand
Building on the strengths of its current
out in its class.
B-segment model as well as its highly
chance to see the car in the flesh for the first time
enhanced
successful “We
were
interest
in
overwhelmed the
all-new
by
new-generation
model
the
line-up, the all-new Mazda2 raises the
Mazda2
bar in design, performance, handling,
from customers at the event, we
equipment, comfort and safety.
can’t wait until we have one in the showroom for test drives,” explained
Mazda’s new-generation five-door all-
Peter
Director
new Mazda2 will go on sale on the 20th
at Victoria Park Mazda. “Using the
March. For all the latest information go
virtual reality Oculus Rift technology
to: http://tinyurl.com/lr242zs.
Marshall,
Marketing
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CARDIFF WALK Start/Finish: The walk starts and ends at Llantwit Major Town Hall. OR park at the Beach Car Park and start/end walk at point 7. Public Transport: The nearest railway station is at Llantwit Major. Llantwit Major is also served by Bus 303 (Bridgend/Barry). Parking: There are ‘ pay and display’ car park with a WC next to the Town Hall and at The Beach (see sketch-map). O/S Maps: Landranger 170/Explorer 151 (recommended) Distances: approx. 5miles. (Shorter Route 3.5 miles. Time: Allow 3-4 hours for whole walk (shorter route 2-3 hours). Refreshments: There are shops, pubs and cafes in Llantwit Major and there is a café open all year round at the Beach (Larger walking groups by prior arrangement, please tel. 01446 792665) Terrain: This walk is mainly along footpaths and bridleways with some lane walking and a 2 mile section of the Wales Coast Path. There are gates and stone stiles, a steep flight of steps and several moderate climbs that unfortunately render this walk unsuitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Waterproof boots are essential and poles are useful! Parts of the route can be muddy in places.
stone stile onto the Wales Coast Path (Long Distance Path). It is worth a short detour right to view Tresilian Bay. 6: Walk eastwards along the coast path. Keep on the path and well away from the cliff edge because there have been rock falls along this stretch. Shortly you will pass an
1: The walk starts at the main entrance to the Town Hall.
old wartime pill-box (c.1940). It can be muddy along the
Turn left down Burial Lane which passes the Church. As you
coast path so take extra care. At corner above Beach Car
cross the stream the ruin on your right is an old Chantry.
Park, take steps down to your right to Beach Café and
At the corner of Church Lane climb the steps to ‘Hillhead’
WC. If you started here, your walk will end here. There is
above. Turn left briefly and cross a stone stile on your right
a shorter route back to Llantwit Major alongside the Afon
where you will see a delightful Medieval Dovecote.
Col-huw which rejoins the main route near point 10.
2: The rights of way go left then right to the top right hand
7: The walk crosses the beach car park and goes up some
corner of the field. Climb over another stone stile into Church
steps on the eastern side. Work is being done to redirect the
Lane (just a track at this point). Cross to the stile opposite.
coast-path further away from the cliff-top so please follow
3: Walk along the left side of this field (hedge on left) to another
signs. Shortly you will enter Cwm Colhuw Nature Reserve via
stile (dogs on leads through livestock). Keep to the left of the
a wooden kiss-gate. Bear right along the coast path, you are
next field. Cross next field to stile in top right hand corner.
near an old fortification. At the next stile you will cross a pair
Soon you will see the castellated gatehouse of ‘Dimlands’ over
of ancient castle ditches. You will go over three mounds and
to your right. Cross two more fields via stiles to reach a narrow
two ditches via steps and stiles. Keep on along the coast path
strip of field beyond a stone stile. Cross to another stile then
for ½ mile heading for the distant power station chimney
make your way across the next field towards a clump of trees.
along the coast at Aberthaw. Pass ‘Pigeon Point’ then the
At the far end of the clump of trees is an isolated walled stile.
path dips down towards ‘Stout Point’ and ‘Stout Bay’.
Cross stile and turn right, effectively keeping straight on.
8: You need to cross an old hedgerow and turn left so you
4: Ordnance Survey maps show the ‘right of way’ going
are walking away from the sea. The path soon climbs up
round three sides of the next field but there appears to
onto a bank between two fields.
be a permissive path going straight towards Sheeplays
9: This bank turns into an old farm track between two
Barn. Keep straight on to the field edge where you will
hedges and shortly you will reach the converted barns and
find a stone stile over which is a steep flight of steps.
farmhouse of the former ‘Rosedew Farm’. Carry on walking
5: Walk towards the coast path with the stone wall on your
up the lane towards Llantwit Major. At the junction with the
left and along a pretty woodland strip and over another
road from the beach car park, go right (shorter route joins here). Cross the bridge over the Afon Col-Huw and walk up to a mini-roundabout where ‘Mill Lay Lane’ comes in. 10: You need to turn left, which is effectively straight on, up the hill. You will pass ‘Seaview Park’. Continue uphill to the old village, passing an Edward VII letter-box in the wall on your right. Pass an old chapel on your right. At the start of the old market area where the road forks, turn left which will bring you out near the Town Hall where the walk ends. Written and Illustrated by Glynis Dray
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Cadw launches inspired campaign with 50,000 Lego bricks in one blockbuster video A time-lapse video that shows 50,000 Lego pieces rise from a worktable to create a Welsh castle has been released to launch Cadw’s ‘Pack your Imagination’ campaign.
sites have also been created and are available for visitors to have a go at building on site. Instructions and guides are also available on Cadw’s website for families to play at home. Ken Skates, Deputy Minister for Culture, Sport and Tourism, said: “Cadw sites have been a source of
The campaign aims to encourage visitors to Welsh historic
inspiration throughout the ages, and this video
sites this spring, and to create models and artwork
is yet another way of promoting our fascinating
inspired by their own experience.
monuments to different audiences.
The model of Rhuddlan Castle, featured in the video, took
“Encouraging people to get involved in heritage in
six weeks to create, was made with 50,000 Lego pieces
new ways will ensure Wales’s fascinating stories are
and was constructed by retired Illinois doctor Bob Carney.
kept alive and passed on to future generations.”
Cadw, the Welsh Government’s historic environment
Mr Carney is currently creating a model of Caernarfon
service,
Castle which will use around 60,000 bricks. The model will
teamed
up
with
the
72-year-old
former
dermatologist from Decatur, IL to create the Rhuddlan
be displayed at a Chicago Lego exhibition this summer.
model, which was his 146th replica of a European castle made using only Lego elements.
Speaking about his love of Welsh history, Mr Carney said: “I’ve been interested in castles since I was a child.
While building the 6x6, 6 high construction, Mr Carney took
When I decided to start modelling castles using Lego
around 2,500 images which have now been condensed
in 1986, I started considering possible projects and
into a short time-lapse film available on Cadw’s YouTube
the castles of Wales came to the top as the best in
channel.
the world.”
Cadw has launched a competition as part of the campaign
This May, Mr Carney, and his wife Judy, will embark on a
asking families to have a go at building their favourite
mammoth tour of the historic sites of Wales and England.
castle, out of any material they like, and Mr Carney will
They’ll travel more than 2,700 miles to visit 74 historic
judge entries and present prizes to winners when he
sites over just 23 days.
visits Wales for the first time this May. Cadw’s ‘Pack your Imagination’ campaign will also see educational Lego road shows take place at Caerphilly and Conwy castles on the 7, 9 and 10 April, a series of how-to
Cadw’s marketing campaign will support Visit Wales’s ‘Have you Packed for Wales’ campaign, which launched in Wales and
videos released on Cadw’s website and the creation of a
across the UK on 1 March. To find out more about Cadw’s ‘Pack
Lego art exhibition which will tour Cadw sites across Wales.
your Imagination’ campaign, to submit your creations and to
Mini Lego models inspired by seven of Wales’s most iconic
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MCCARTHY AND STONE DEVELOPMENT IN CARDIFF PROVIDES KEY TO HAPPY RETIREMENT Research shows that being independent and socially active are the most important factors for people seeking a long and fulfilling retirement and McCarthy and Stone, the UK’s leading retirement housebuilder, is shaping its latest Assisted Living development of 58 one and two bedroom
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apartments in Cardiff around these important priorities.
xclusively for over 70s, Thomas Court on
are about giving homeowners choice around the
Marlborough Road aims to bridge the gap
services they require and the flexibility to top up
between conventional Retirement Living and
their support if they need to in the future.
residential care. Homeowners are able to retain
their independence through home ownership, with their own front door, yet still have the peace of mind of a range of 24/7 security and support services, as well as
important to our homeowners and our apartments give them space and privacy, but also the peace of
a thriving community of new friends on their doorstep.
mind that support, care and friendship is close at
Jacqui Meenan, Regional Sales and Marketing Director
want to be certain their family member is enjoying
for McCarthy and Stone, explains the Assisted Living offer: “Our aim is to help older people stay independent for longer and really make the most of
hand. This is particularly important to relatives who the very best quality of life.” There are a number of activities available to homeowners
their retirement. That is why we are so committed to
such as a regular quiz night and Keep Fit sessions at the
delivering a five star lifestyle for our homeowners at
development itself. In addition, Cardiff offers a vibrant
Thomas Court, which is set in beautifully manicured
location for retirement, with a rich cultural heritage and
and secure gardens, with freshly prepared food and
numerous areas of outstanding natural beauty. Thomas
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Court is ideally situated close to the heart of Penylan, one
“With the opportunity to retain property ownership, while also being able to draw on a range of flexible care packages, Thomas Court really does offer retirees the very best of both worlds.” Thomas Court boasts an impressive list of facilities, such as a table service restaurant which offers a daily three-course lunch, a guest suite for when visitors want to stay over and a homeowners’ lounge for socialising, with all the exterior maintenance and gardening taken care of by a professional and friendly team.
of the capital’s greenest districts. Nestled among tree lined roads close to Roath Park, the development finds itself just a short walk from local amenities including a Post Office, bank, dentist, pharmacies as well as a great range of shops. Homeowners can also enjoy fishing, boat trips, tennis courts and a bowls lawn at the nearby Roath Park, as well as Cardiff Bridge Club which meets several nights a week. McCarthy and Stone offers retirees a free Try Before You Buy scheme* to give potential buyers a taster of the enjoyable, secure and hassle free living at Cardiff. To find out more about Thomas Court, please call
Every homeowner also receives one hour of domestic
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