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Sport and Leisure

Cardiff has notched up a fine reputation as a sporting capital thanks to hosting a veriety of major events such as the 1999 and 2007 Rugby World Cup, the FA Cup final, and the Wales Rally GB. The capital city has now also been chosen to represent the UK as a European City of Sport. The city won the title after a two-day visit by judges from the European Capitals of Sport Association (ACES). 
 
 

Millennium StadiumSpectator sports

 Watch top class rugby, enjoy Championship football, visit the Cardiff Devils ice hockey team at their home in Cardiff Bay, watch cricket at the new SWALEC stadium. Visit the spectator sports page to find out more.
Cricket fans can also look forward to Cardiff hosting the 1st npower Ashes Test Match at the home of Glamorgan Cricket between England and Australia on the 8th July 2009. Find out more information here. Ticket and hospitality information can be found by visiting www.glamorgancricket.com
  

Participation sports

Energetic visitors can get some fresh air in Cardiff Bay whilst enjoying one of the many sailing, canoeing or powerboat activities. Other activities in the area include rock climbing, horse riding, para gliding and mountain biking. The Brecon Beacons, one of the three National Parks in Wales, is just half an hour drive away. Visit the participation sports page to find out more. 
 

Health and leisure

Relax and unwind in one of the many luxurious spa's which Cardiff has on offer. Visit the health and leisure page to find out more.  
 

Golf

Wales will host the Ryder Cup tournament in 2010, with the matches being played at The Celtic Manor Resort, just 20 minutes from Cardiff. For those who enjoy taking part as well as spectating, a short drive from Cardiff takes you to the Vale Hotel, Golf and Spa Resort, which boasts the longest golf course in Europe. For information on other top class courses in and around Cardiff, contact the specialist team at The Greens of Southern Wales, T. 0870 600 6088, http://www.greensofsouthernwales.com/. Alternatively click here for an online list of golf courses in and around Cardiff.
 

City Walks

Explore the rich and varied scenery and history of Cardiff by feet. Click here for examples of city walks.