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May 2013
Everyman Open Air Theatre Festival 20139th May 2013
Everyman Theatre Cardiff, Cardiff's liveliest and most adventurous theatre company presents The Everyman Open Air Theatre Festival...
Say it with flowers - Dorothy Squires2nd May 2013
Dorothy Squires was a talented performer, a celebrity in her heyday, married to the young Roger Moore before eventually...
Pound on your Pillow1st May 2013
Leave a ‘pound on your pillow’ for Breast Cancer Care Cymru
Add £1 to your bill at check out and help raise vital...
Cardiff Castle: Kids go free in May1st May 2013
Invade our pitch anytime in May!
Free entry for children to Cardiff Castle for the month of May.
To celebrate Cardiff...
WWE LIVE1st May 2013
WWE LIVE
See your favourite WWE Superstars and Divas from RAW and SmackDown LIVE in action.
FEAT Sheamus and World Heavyweight...
Cardiff Walking Festival May 20131st May 2013
Cardiff Walking Festival
May 4th -12th 2013
Why walk…
Walking is an excellent form of exercise which can keep you...
April 2013
NoFit State circus brings BIANCO home4th Apr 2013
Award-winning contemporary circus company, NoFit State, return to Wales Millennium Centre this spring with their new awe-inspiring show,...
March 2013
Happy Birthday! Cardiff Story Celebrates Second Year27th Mar 2013
The Cardiff Story Museum turns two this week and a packed programme of entertainment is planned to celebrate the big day.
Since...
Glorious feelin’ as Cardiff welcomes Singin’ in the Rain 20th Mar 2013
Splash hit musical Singin’ in the Rain plays at Wales Millennium Centre this Christmas
Singin’ in the Rain will send...
Home from home in Cardiff Bay for lucky Ellen19th Mar 2013
Ellen Silva knows there will always be a welcome for her in Wales after winning the use of a holiday home in the capital, Cardiff.
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Evie, 7, sets her heart on Cardiff trip14th Mar 2013
Cardiff was uppermost in the mind of seven-year-old Evie Trewhala when her father Lee offered her a weekend away anywhere she wanted....
Welsh capital Cardiff unveiled as Host Port for Volvo Ocean Race 2017-186th Mar 2013
Cardiff will host a stopover in the 13th edition of the Volvo Ocean Race in 2017-18 – a move that will see the world's premier...
Wicked! Musical joins Centre’s birthday plans1st Mar 2013
Wicked, the global musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will make its Welsh premiere at Wales...
February 2013
Go Further for Fairtrade25th Feb 2013
As the world’s first Fairtrade capital, Cardiff is again playing a leading role in Fairtrade Fortnight that runs from Monday 25th...
Wales Millennium Centre to stream Glanfa shows live18th Feb 2013
Wales Millennium Centre has launched a new online streaming service to allow audiences to watch live performances on the Glanfa stage from...
Lottery boosts Sherman Cymru projects18th Feb 2013
A £200,000 BIG Lottery Fund award will help Sherman Cymru develop their work with communities and young people in Cardiff and South...
Photography steps into Cardiff limelight14th Feb 2013
Diffusion, a month-long festival of photography will come to Cardiff in May, with exhibitions, screenings, performances and events.
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Park Plaza in tune with Royal Welsh College 4th Feb 2013
Cardiff’s Park Plaza hotel and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama have signed a deal for 2013 to make Park Plaza the...
January 2013
Museum faces up to its Roman skeleton 18th Jan 2013
Modern forensic science has helped put a face to a 3rd century skeleton found in Roman Caerleon.
The Bath stone coffin and its resident...
December 2012
Another winter’s tale: The world takes notice of Cardiff21st Dec 2012
The people of Cardiff have scored a real international hit with their Christmas greetings from the capital of Wales.
A video featuring what...
Festive Virtual Studio at The Red Dragon Centre12th Dec 2012
The Red Dragon Centre in Cardiff Bay will host a virtual pop up photo studio at the complex this Christmas, giving visitors the unique...
Cardiff Bay's Cracking World Record10th Dec 2012
A new Guinness World Record was set in Cardiff Bay on Saturday as 1905 people gathered in Roald Dahl Plass to pull the highest number of...
New Season at Wales Millennium Centre10th Dec 2012
One Man Two Guvnors, Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty, High Society, Ghost, No Fit State Circus and Mickey are only some of the exceptional...
Chorus of Choirs at The Cardiff Story This Weekend7th Dec 2012
The Christmas spirit will be in full swing this Saturday at The Cardiff Story as three local choirs will be performing.
The Plough Singers...
Hotels line up rugby deals for the Blues7th Dec 2012
Cardiff hotels have special offers in place for the sought after match between Cardiff Blues and the Scarlets in the Rabo Direct Pro 12...
Cardiff Joins Novotel Top Three7th Dec 2012
Cardiff’s Novotel has been chosen as one of the hotel chain’s top three children’s destinations.
The Cardiff hotel...
Cardiff Hotels Strike Gold4th Dec 2012
Four hotels in the Cardiff Tourism Network have been handed Visit Wales Gold Awards for quality, comfort and hospitality.
They are the...
November 2012
Teresa Margolles wins the £40,000 Artes Mundi 5 International Art Prize30th Nov 2012
The winner of the Artes Mundi 5 prize was announced in an evening ceremony at National Museum Cardiff. From a shortlist of 7, Teresa Margolles...
Christmas at Cardiff Bay29th Nov 2012
Join us for a weekend of festive family fun as we celebrate Christmas at Cardiff Bay.
The popular Christmas market returns, offering a...
More than just Christmas Shows at Sherman Cymru this December26th Nov 2012
For over 20 years Sherman Cymru has been the home of producing memorable Christmas children’s shows. Celebrating its first Christmas back...
Welsh Pops Cymru presents Christmas Pops 23rd Nov 2012
A feast of festive music to get you in the mood for Christmas, in the company of some of the top names in the world of entertainment...
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Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland to open on Friday November 23rd22nd Nov 2012
Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland is to open 24 hours later than scheduled to ensure that the bad weather forecast for later today (Thursday)...
Taste Christmas Fayre at Wales Millennium Centre22nd Nov 2012
Wales Millennium Centre launches its second Taste Christmas Fayre this December bringing together creative craft-makers and producers from around...
Four great shows now on sale at the New Theatre21st Nov 2012
The New Theatre, Cardiff is excited to announce four exciting new shows for 2013 going on sale today. There is something for everyone in this...
Joe Pasquale ready to entertain this Christmas in Sleeping Beauty 20th Nov 2012
Once again, Cardiff’s New Theatre is hosting Wales’ number one Christmas pantomime. Sleeping Beauty, starring Joe Pasquale,...
Wimpy Kid author is Cardiff bound for Literature Festival launch19th Nov 2012
Tickets are selling fast for the launch event of the first Cardiff Children’s Literature Festival featuring the author of the world...
World's biggest boy band OBA open Cardiff's Winter Wonderland16th Nov 2012
Only Boys Aloud, the world’s biggest boy band, and No Fit State Circus will put everyone in festive mood when they perform next week at the...
Diary Marker: Step into Christmas13th Nov 2012
With days getting shorter and nights getting colder there is no denying Christmas is around the corner and in Cardiff there is plenty to look...
Making sense of King Arthur’s Cardiff origins13th Nov 2012
Cui Bono? Who benefits? That’s the question when you investigate a crime. And author John F Wake believes a crime was committed against...
The National Service of Remembrance for Wales9th Nov 2012
Wales’ national observance of Remembrance Sunday which is jointly hosted by Cardiff Council, the Welsh Government and The Royal British...
The One Show's Rickshaw Challenge arrives at Cardiff Castle9th Nov 2012
Cardiff Castle will be welcoming some very special guests on Monday 12 November, as The One Show’s Rickshaw Challenge arrives in Cardiff...
Live on stage - Horrible Histories at the New Theatre8th Nov 2012
Fans of Terry Deary’s best-selling Horrible Histories books are in for a treat when the Terrible Tudors and Vile Victorians come to the New...
Bay sports plans reach for the skies2nd Nov 2012
A stunning 400ft tower, the tallest building in Wales, will top out the International Sports Village if plans submitted this week are...
Majorca flights return for summer 2013 with Vueling2nd Nov 2012
Vueling, Europe’s award winning “best low cost airline,” has announced further good news for Wales when it confirmed the return...
Cardiff wins the toss for ICC Champions Trophy1st Nov 2012
The Swalec Stadium, Cardiff, will be one of three venues, along with Edgbaston and the Oval, to host five fixtures during the three-week ICC...
October 2012
New Theatre opens its doors for rare behind the scenes experience31st Oct 2012
On Sunday 18 November the New Theatre, Cardiff will throw open her doors for a day of behind the scenes tours. Open to all theatregoers, these...
Potted Pig, Chapter and Milgi take Observer awards26th Oct 2012
Cardiff’s Potted Pig restaurant won National recognition twice over. The restaurant, in Cardiff’s High Street, only opened last year...
Arriva’s Club 55 means bargain trains to Cardiff25th Oct 2012
A special deal from Arriva Trains Wales means over 55s can get to Cardiff for £17 return off peak from anywhere on the ATW network.
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Cardiff is Grazia's best dressed UK city23rd Oct 2012
Right in the middle of Cardiff Fashion Week, the city has been voted the UK’s best dressed city.
Grazia magazine visited seven cities...
Bute Park needs votes – to win a cash prize23rd Oct 2012
Bute Park is making a last plea for support as the deadline for votes for the nation’s favourite National Lottery funded projects...
Sŵn Festival returns to the capital19th Oct 2012
Thousands of music fans are descending on Cardiff as Sŵn Festival returns to the capital. Sŵn promotes...
Fly away to Neverland in Sherman Cymru’s Christmas show18th Oct 2012
Sherman Cymru’s well-loved Christmas show makes a welcome return to the city this year with an exciting adaptation of Peter Pan.
Get...
Cardiff fashion week sets the trend17th Oct 2012
Cardiff's St David's Centre will host a weekend of free catwalk shows as the climax of the city's first Fashion Week from 20 to 28...
German airline launches flights to Cardiff17th Oct 2012
The German airline Lufthansa has announced it will be commencing summer services to Cardiff from Dusseldorf starting 4th May 2013.
...
The Snow Tiger at Sherman Cymru this Christmas16th Oct 2012
This Christmas, Sherman Cymru will be touring a Welsh and English children’s show, The Snow Tiger / Teigr Yr Eira around South Wales from...
Santa Claus is coming to town15th Oct 2012
Santa Claus’ Tours are coming to town this December, offering a unique seasonal twist to the popular Millennium Stadium Tour.
The...
Cardiff half marathon welcomes over 18,000 for 10th birthday12th Oct 2012
A record number of people will take part in the Cardiff Half Marathon on Sunday, October 14.
The race is now in its tenth year and has...
22,000 students pour into St David’s for record breaking event12th Oct 2012
Thousands of shoppers lined the streets of Cardiff last night for what has become one of the biggest events on the student social calendar - the...
Exciting South African theatre and music takes over Sherman Cymru10th Oct 2012
For the first time, Sherman Cymru plays hosts to the biennial vibrant Afrovibes Festival at its Cardiff theatre home. This will be an eclectic...
Mansion House opens door to key events in cities history9th Oct 2012
The story behind one of Cardiff's much loved buildings will take place later this week in a series of public talks about the city’s...
Cardiff fashion week sets the trend5th Oct 2012
Cardiff’s St David’s Centre will host a weekend of free catwalk shows as the climax of the city’s first Fashion Week from 20 to...
War Horse comes to Cardiff in 20143rd Oct 2012
The National Theatre’s award-winning production of War Horse will come to Cardiff as part of a 10 month tour of the UK and Ireland. The...
Cardiff once more steps into Christmas2nd Oct 2012
With less than 100 days to go before Christmas Day the countdown to the festive season has truly begun.
Christmas celebrations in Cardiff...
September 2012
Gruffalo author to visit Cardiff Central Library28th Sep 2012
Cardiff Central Library will be visited by a special guest on Monday October 1, when Children’s Laureate and author of The Gruffalo, Julia...
Strictly favourites to bring their sell-out show to Cardiff next Spring27th Sep 2012
The New Theatre is excited to announce a brand new show for 2013. Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace have dazzled television audiences for...
DreamToys come to Cardiff27th Sep 2012
Christmas will come early to Cardiff this year when the 2012 ‘DreamToys’ are unveiled on 31 October at St David’s Dewi Sant....
Student lock in returns to St David's Cardiff25th Sep 2012
Exclusive student shopping event promises to be bigger and better than ever
On Tuesday 9 October, St David’s Dewi Sant will fling...
Test run for hands-on cricket museum at Swalec stadium25th Sep 2012
Cricket fans can go in to bat against their heroes of the past as Glamorgan Cricket open up an innovative cricket museum at the Swalec Stadium....
Your park needs you! Vote for Bute Park to win National Lottery Awards25th Sep 2012
Cardiff’s very own Bute Park has succeeded in getting through to the final of the 2012 National Lottery Award under the category Best...
Spooktacular half term breaks at The Vale Resort21st Sep 2012
Two nights for only £195 per room and your little horrors stay and eat for FREE!
Terrified at the thought of keeping the little...
Hamleys comes to play in Cardiff19th Sep 2012
The world famous and iconic toyshop Hamleys is to open its first store in Wales at St David’s Dewi Sant in time for Christmas. Hamleys...
Halloween thrills at The Red Dragon Centre19th Sep 2012
Forget the traditional ghost and ghouls! This Halloween, The Red Dragon Centre in Cardiff Bay is bringing visitors a once in a life time...
Record entries for 2012 Lloyds TSB Cardiff Half Marathon18th Sep 2012
The streets of Cardiff will be pounded by a record breaking 18,117 athletes when the 10th anniversary Lloyds TSB Cardiff Half-Marathon gets under...
Cardiff Future Inn to offer rewards for regular guests17th Sep 2012
Future Inns, the Canadian hotel chain in the UK have launched their loyalty rewards programme, “Future Club Rewards” today.
...
Double header for stadium rugby extravaganza14th Sep 2012
Tickets for Wales’ double-header derby day at the Millennium Stadium are now on public sale.
The festival of rugby will see the...
Pedal Power goes vintage!14th Sep 2012
Vintage, retro and handmade crafts will be on sale at the Pedal Power Vintage and Craft Fair on Saturday September 29 from 11am – 4pm at...
Cardiff International White Water Wins National Award13th Sep 2012
Cardiff International White Water (CIWW) has won the ‘Facility of the Year’ award from Canoe and Kayak UK, Britain’s leading...
Friday 14th: Homecoming for Welsh Olympians and Paralympians12th Sep 2012
The people of Wales are invited to officially welcome home Wales’s Olympians and Paralympians in a celebration at the Senedd in Cardiff Bay...
Michelin gives away incredible rally experience7th Sep 2012
To celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Wales Rally GB, Michelin is giving away two pairs of VIP hospitality tickets to the iconic event on...
Cool and energetic: Rory Bremner shares his Cardiff impressions6th Sep 2012
Impressionist and TV presenter Rory Bremner has praised Cardiff as a buzzing city, cool...
Exciting South African theatre, drama and music takes over Sherman Cymru6th Sep 2012
For the first time, Sherman Cymru plays hosts to the biennial vibrant Afrovibes Festival at its Cardiff theatre home. This will be an eclectic...
A day trip back to the 1940s5th Sep 2012
The mood and music of the 1940s will fill the Castle on Sunday 9th September (10am – 5pm) as celebrations take place for the 65th...
Travel information at a touch of a button in the city centre4th Sep 2012
Up to date travel advice is now at the touch of people’s finger tips in Cardiff city centre thanks to new all weather touch screens.
...
August 2012
Washed and proper stinking - where else but the Great British Cheese Festival!31st Aug 2012
This year’s Great British Cheese Festival in Cardiff Castle September 22 and 23 features its usual array of quirky master classes to...
Cardiff gets ready for Mardi Gras30th Aug 2012
Momentum is gathering for the biggest and best Cardiff Wales Mardi Gras, Wales’ largest festival of diversity. This weekend the colourful...
Open doors celebrations in Cardiff Bay29th Aug 2012
Visitors are invited to explore two of Cardiff Bay’s landmarks as part of a special day to celebrate Cardiff’s architecture and...
Regional rugby returns to the heart of Cardiff28th Aug 2012
This September Regional rugby returns to the heart of the city. For the 2012/13 season Cardiff Blues will once again play their home matches at...
Cardiff joins top 10 for value28th Aug 2012
Cardiff is now one of the 10 best value places to visit in the UK, according to the travel website Tripadvisor.
Tripadvisor compared cities...
RWCMD launches new autumn season23rd Aug 2012
The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama’s autumn season once again makes full use of the College’s new award-winning spaces with...
15 years of entertainment marked with weekend of free activities22nd Aug 2012
To celebrate 15 years of entertaining the Welsh nation, Cardiff Bay’s popular attraction, The Red Dragon Centre, will be marking the...
Praise for Cardiff cycle tours21st Aug 2012
Cardiff is ideal for cycling, according to the head of a national sustainable transport charity.
Lee Waters, national director of...
Extreme Sailing brings Olympians to Cardiff Harbour Festival21st Aug 2012
Excitement is mounting in Cardiff Bay in anticipation of this year's Harbour Festival (Aug 31 - Sep 2) which has gone to extremes, as it...
Cardiff will light up the skies in celebration for Paralympic Games17th Aug 2012
Cardiff is hosting one of three special Flame Festivals held as part of the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay.
The Flame Festival ,...
Rally stars descend on 2011 sport venue of the year16th Aug 2012
Next month will see the UK’s best hotel, spa and golf resort* – and 2011 sport venue of the year** – Celtic Manor Resort...
Cardiff restaurants join Good Food elite16th Aug 2012
Two of Cardiff’s top restaurants will join the ranks of the UK’s best when they appear in the 2013 edition of The Good Food...
Sŵn Festival 2012 Early Bird Tickets Go On-Sale15th Aug 2012
This year, for the first time, a limited number of Earlybird tickets for Sŵn Festival 2012 will be on sale from midday on Wednesday 15th...
Australia and US film-makers dominate 2012 Iris Prize line-up15th Aug 2012
The 31 films to compete for the prize, the world’s largest international gay and lesbian short film prize, have been announced by...
A Grand Medieval Mêlée breaks out at Cardiff Castle14th Aug 2012
Take an amazing journey back in time to the sights and smells of castle life some 700 years ago at the Grand Medieval Mêlée on...
Cardiff to welcome hundreds of athletes ahead of London 2012 Paralympic Games13th Aug 2012
Cardiff is extending a warm welcome to almost 400 Paralympic athletes as they base themselves in the city ahead of the start of the Games....
A whole host of fun to come Out of the Woods13th Aug 2012
Bute Park will host its annual Out of the Woods festival on Sunday 19, August between 10.30am and 4.30pm on Coopers Field.
The...
Cardiff is bronzed and ready ahead of city's final Olympic match9th Aug 2012
Tomorrow, (Friday August 10) Cardiff will host the London 2012 men’s football bronze medal final at the Millennium Stadium.
The...
The first official Cardiff Fashion Week is launched9th Aug 2012
A major event is being planned for October 2012, which will celebrate Cardiff’s status as one of the leading shopping destinations in...
Legend Freddie to present FIM Fogo British Speedway Grand Prix trophy 8th Aug 2012
Legendary British speedway star Freddie Williams is to present the winner’s trophy at this summer’s eagerly anticipated FIM Fogo...
Bute Park reaches final of National Lottery Awards3rd Aug 2012
Cardiff’s Bute Park Restoration Project is celebrating after supporters secured it a place in the final of The National Lottery Awards 2012...
July 2012
Cheese festival voted into top 10 31st Jul 2012
The Great British Cheese Festival , now an annual autumn feature at Cardiff Castle , has been voted number two food festival in the...
Cardiff to join the rest of the UK in celebrating the opening of London 201226th Jul 2012
People across Cardiff will join the millions all over the UK celebrating the opening of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
On Friday, July 27 a...
On Your Marks - Cardiff celebrates the start of the Olympics24th Jul 2012
As we all know by now, the very first action of the London 2012 Olympics takes place at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff...
Olympic athletes given warm welcome at the Vale Resort24th Jul 2012
The Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Team is basing itself at the Vale Resort in Hensol as they prepare for the London 2012 Games.
The team,...
Photomarathon UK Winner announced23rd Jul 2012
A graphic designer from Cardiff has been crowned the winner of Photomarathon UK 2012, with his photographs taking pride of place in the newly...
Creperie brings Breton culture to Cardiff arcade19th Jul 2012
Cardiff’s first authentic French Crêpe shop - La Creperie de Sophie – is now open in Cardiff’s High Street Arcade.
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"Surf and Turf" for an endless summer of fun 17th Jul 2012
Avoid wipe out this summer by taking advantage of the newly launched ‘Surf and Turf’ breaks at the Vale Resort in Hensol, Wales.
...
Gold award for Park Plaza17th Jul 2012
Cardiff’s Park Plaza hotel has received a third accolade within a few months. The latest recognition for the city centre hotel is the Gold...
Bute Park joins the UK’s elite16th Jul 2012
Bute Park has had its place confirmed in the elite list of public parks in the UK, alongside Coed y Brenin in Snowdonia, and...
'Cool’ Techniquest hits science museum Top Ten12th Jul 2012
Cardiff’s Techniquest is the coolest science museum in the UK, according to The Independent.
Techniquest makes number eight in the...
Sprinting legend Kim Collins bring Caribbean flavour to WAI relays10th Jul 2012
Caribbean nation St. Kitts and Nevis will be fielding a strong 4x100m relay at the Welsh Athletics International on July 18th - and legend Kim...
Sherman Cymru announces Autumn 2012 programme10th Jul 2012
Following a successful first six months since re-opening, Sherman Cymru has today revealed their Autumn programme, which includes a mix of Welsh,...
Triathlon comes to Cardiff city centre9th Jul 2012
Would-be Triathletes will be able to test themselves in the comfort of Cardiff City centre, while they watch the real thing at the London...
Tee off for pampering golf!6th Jul 2012
For ladies who are serious about golf and even more serious about being pampered, the Vale Resort caters for the ultimate girls getaway. Heavy on...
Olympic medallist Clement to compete at Welsh Athletics International5th Jul 2012
Kerron Clement (400m hurdles) the current Olympic silver medallist and gold medallist in the 4 x 400m relay, has confirmed his attendance at the...
Food Glorious Food and Drink at Cardiff International Festival4th Jul 2012
One of the most popular events in the Cardiff calendar returns to the waterfront of Cardiff Bay next weekend (July 6-8) with all the ingredients...
Happiness is… working in Cardiff3rd Jul 2012
Cardiff commuters have been named as the happiest rail commuters in an index published by Campaign for Better Transport (CBT).
The...
Super Cup decision a boost for Cardiff3rd Jul 2012
Roger Pride, the managing director of Cardiff & Co, has welcomed the news that the 2014 European Super Cup will be played at the Cardiff City...
June 2012
Artes Mundi 5 shortlist announced29th Jun 2012
Judges have chosen the seven shortlisted artists whose work will go on display in Cardiff for the 2012 Artes Mundi prize.
Artes Mundi 5...
St Mary Street Market launches this weekend28th Jun 2012
Artisan foods, vintage clothing, antique furniture and bric-a-brac are amongst the unique offerings which will soon be available to buy in the...
‘the plan café-bar’s’, Taste of the Caribbean25th Jun 2012
To welcome the Trinidad & Tobago Olympic team, this Summer, ‘the plan café-bar’ in Morgan Arcade is bringing a taste of T...
Breakout! Monsters cause Cardiff Bay mayhem21st Jun 2012
Watch the breakout!
BBC Wales reporter Jason Mohammed got more than he bargained for this morning when he set out to interview a...
Craft in the Bay turns 10!21st Jun 2012
The popular gallery Craft in the Bay is celebrating its tenth birthday since opening the doors to the refurbished 'D Shed', a Grade...
National Rally celebrates third year at Wales Rally GB 201219th Jun 2012
For the third consecutive year, Wales Rally GB, Britain’s round of the 2012 World Rally Championship, will play host to a complementary...
Inclusive and Disability Arts Unity Festival opens this week in Cardiff19th Jun 2012
The Unity Festival created by Hijinx Theatre opens this week on Thursday 21 June and runs until Saturday 30 June. The festival will showcase and...
Half Marathon gets new route for its birthday15th Jun 2012
The biggest and best road race in Wales, the Lloyds TSB Cardiff Half Marathon, is 10 this autumn.
To celebrate the anniversary there will...
Sherman Cymru’s famous pink campervan goes under the hammer 15th Jun 2012
Sherman Cymru’s famous pink campervan is looking for a new home. The vehicle has been touring Wales while the company have been waiting for...
Cardiff Cycle Festival back in the saddle for 201214th Jun 2012
This month Cardiff will enjoy the sight of all manner of bicycles in a celebration of Cardiff’s second Cycle Festival, with activities for...
Dance GB: National celebration of dance inspired by London 201214th Jun 2012
The UK’s three national dance companies, English National Ballet, Scottish Ballet and National Dance Company Wales, will perform together...
Tickets go on sale for the new Doctor Who Experience14th Jun 2012
10am, 14th June from www.doctorwhoexperience.com
Cardiff is getting ready to welcome BBC Worldwide’s multi-award winning...
Gary Griffiths to represent Wales at the Cardiff Singer of the World competition 2013 13th Jun 2012
Baritone Gary Griffiths, based in Cardiff but originally from Pembrey, was last night named as the judge’s choice to scoop the prestigious...
Jousting returns to the Castle 12th Jun 2012
Joust! - the popular event of medieval pomp and pageantry, is set to return and take over the grounds of Cardiff Castle on
Sat – Sun...
Pre-Olympic athletics in Cardiff11th Jun 2012
Athletes from around the world will converge on Cardiff to fine tune their performances just a week before the Olympic Games open.
On July...
Guest post: Photomarathon 2012 is nearly here!11th Jun 2012
12 Hours, 12 topics, 12 pictures, 1 unforgettable day
Next Saturday sees the return of Photomarathon to Cardiff. Now in its 9th year, this...
Brecon Jazz 2012 Line up announced by new operator7th Jun 2012
Orchard, the new operator of the world famous Brecon Jazz festival has announced a compact and powerful programme for the August event, an...
Champions Trophy brings best of cricket to Cardiff1st Jun 2012
Cardiff has been chosen to host matches in the ICC Champions Trophy, one of the world’s most attractive cricket tournaments, involving...
Cardiff Diamond Jubilee Celebrations1st Jun 2012
With the city just getting over the excitement of the Olympic Torch Relay, attention now turns to celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee....
May 2012
Success for Wales Millennium Centre at National Tourism Awards31st May 2012
Wales Millennium Centre has been voted the UK’s top Coach Friendly Visitor Attraction of the Year at the annual Coach Tourism Awards,...
Ground breaking Exhibition previews this year’s Unity Festival 30th May 2012
The preview event for this year’s Unity Festival is a unique exhibition coming to the UK for the first time, Para Tocar by acclaimed...
Cardiff Live Site to host a night at the Opera28th May 2012
On Wednesday May 30th, The Cardiff Live Site on The Hayes will show the first of two Royal Opera House performances, Falstaff by Giuseppe Verdi....
Summer opening for new Health Club at The Red Dragon Centre24th May 2012
Fitness Plus Limited has signed a lease agreement to develop a £750,000 Health Club at The Red Dragon Centre in Cardiff Bay, building on...
GB Canoing Team arrive in Cardiff ahead of World Cup24th May 2012
Members of the GB Canoeing Team have been training at Cardiff International White Water (CIWW), ahead of the 2012 ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup,...
The Olympic Flame is on the horizon!23rd May 2012
Excitement is in the air as the Olympic Flame is set to arrive into Cardiff this week
On Friday 25 May, local residents and visitors to the...
Opera Unmasked for less than a tenor23rd May 2012
Forget the marriage of Figaro, the perfect partnership this May is between Cardiff Central Library and the Wales International Academy of Voice....
Future Inn Cardiff Celebrates the Royal Diamond Jubilee with £60.00 stays22nd May 2012
As the rest of the United Kingdom gears up to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s 60 years as Britain’s monarch, Future Inn Cardiff...
Armani store for St David’s22nd May 2012
Clothing label Armani – founded by Italian designer Giorgio Armani – is planning to open an outlet at St David’s shopping...
Matthew backs Welsh language celebration22nd May 2012
Hollywood actor Matthew Rhys is among a host of well-known Welsh faces supporting Tafwyl, a week-long celebration of the Welsh language, held as...
A Diamond Weekend of Fun at Wales Millennium Centre21st May 2012
Wales Millennium Centre is hosting a summer fayre for all families and visitors to Cardiff Bay during the Diamond Jubilee bank holiday weekend....
Cardiff Festival 2012 celebrate the 'Jubilympics'18th May 2012
Fans of the London 2012 spoof comedy Twenty Twelve will be familiar with the term Jubilympics, and that is exactly what is in store for the...
Celebrate the Jubilee with Afternoon Tea at Hilton Cardiff17th May 2012
As Jubilee celebrations are getting underway across the nation, Hilton Cardiff’s Metropole Lounge has created an extra special offering to...
Just over 1 week until Olympic Torch arrives in Cardiff16th May 2012
In just over 1 week the Olympic Flame will arrive on the streets of the Welsh capital and begin its journey around South Wales.
The...
July opening for Doctor Who Experience as TARDIS lands at Porth Teigr14th May 2012
Doctor Who’s TARDIS appeared in Cardiff Bay today as BBC Worldwide confirmed the opening date for its new Doctor Who Experience.
...
Wales Rally GB 2012 – return of the Celtic Tiger!14th May 2012
80th anniversary of Rally GB to host world motorsport first...
Britain’s round of the 2012 World Rally Championship, Wales Rally GB,...
Rumour has it ...The Romans are Returning to Cardiff Castle13th May 2012
The might of the Roman army returns to the Castle on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 May - a vivid flashback to when the site was once a Roman Fort...
A night at the museum - special music event at The Cardiff Story13th May 2012
The Cardiff Story Museum has teamed up with two of Cardiff’s top music institutions, Clwb Ifor Bach and Spillers Records, to curate The...
Marathon fever hits Cardiff as 7,500 runners sign up for half marathon11th May 2012
This October’s Cardiff Half Marathon – marking the tenth anniversary of the race – is capturing the public’s imagination....
Jousting returns to the Castle – let the tournament begin!8th May 2012
Now firmly established in the city’s calendar, the spectacular Joust! event makes a welcome return, taking over the grounds of Cardiff...
Welsh sail training vessel, Challenge Wales, receives invitation to be part of Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant8th May 2012
Welsh young people will have the opportunity of a lifetime to be part of one of the most exciting global events in 2012 as Challenge Wales heads...
Walk this way, to the new Wales Coastal Path2nd May 2012
Enthusiastic ramblers, avid walkers, keen runners and gentle strollers will soon have a brand new route to enjoy when the Wales Coastal Path is...
April 2012
Olympic football tickets go back on sale today30th Apr 2012
About 400,000 tickets to the Olympic Football which will take place in the Millennium Stadium will go back on sale today (30th...
Hilton Cardiff launches Come Dine Package27th Apr 2012
Hilton Cardiff has launched a brand new package offering a night away in the city centre with dinner from £50 per person. The...
Cardiff hosts oar-some event26th Apr 2012
Cardiff Bay Water Activity Centre (CBWAC) has been appointed by the Welsh Varsity Boat Race to run their annual event, which has been running for...
Cardiff in line for coach-friendly award26th Apr 2012
Cardiff is in the running for a prestigious award from the Travel Trade for the way it welcomes visitors by coach.
The city is a...
Bank Holiday Fun at SWALEC Finals Day25th Apr 2012
This Bank Holiday Monday thousands of rugby fans from across Wales will be heading to Cardiff to enjoy community rugby at its finest at SWALEC...
GB women to kick off Olympic Games in Cardiff24th Apr 2012
The women footballers from Team GB will kick off the Olympic Games against New Zealand at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium on 25th July –...
Cardiff Bay fun day marks opening of ‘greatest region on Earth’ 24th Apr 2012
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event on Saturday May 5th, at Roald Dahl Plass in Cardiff Bay.
The path...
Olympic countdown: Help set a hockey record on The Hayes20th Apr 2012
Hockey takes centre stage at The Hayes on Monday when an eight foot giant hockey ball rolls into the city centre as part of the city’s...
World book night celebrated in Cardiff20th Apr 2012
Libraries across Cardiff will celebrate World Book Night on Monday April 23, with the event marked across the UK, Ireland, Germany and the USA
...
Showcase your talent to win Olympic Games tickets17th Apr 2012
To celebrate 100 days to go until the Olympic Games a special event will take place on The Hayes near the BBC Big Screen.
The event called...
Alex Jones to meet her daffodil at RHS Show Cardiff17th Apr 2012
BBC One Show presenter Alex Jones will be at the RHS Show in Cardiff over the weekend of April 20-22 to see her own Alex Jones Daffodil on...
New season hits St David's with ‘The Fashion Show 2012’12th Apr 2012
Cardiff will be stepping into the new season in stunning style with a weekend of free catwalk shows at St David’s on Saturday 28th...
New bus takes in National History Museum11th Apr 2012
A new bus link has opened between the National History Museum at St Fagans and Cardiff city centre. The bus, operated by Citysightseeing,...
Techniquest gets £1.3m boost5th Apr 2012
Techniquest is to receive Welsh Government funding of £1.3 million to extend science and mathematics programmes for schools.
In...
Record visitor numbers as Cardiff museums prepare for Easter3rd Apr 2012
The two national museums in Cardiff proved to be the most popular in Wales in 2011-12.
The National History Museum, St Fagans was top...
Sweet treats for Easter at Hilton Cardiff's Metropole Lounge2nd Apr 2012
The Hilton Cardiff is celebrating Easter in style this year by creating a delicious new afternoon tea.
The latest in its extremely...
Details of international arts events revealed in this year’s Unity Festival in Cardiff 2nd Apr 2012
Details of this year’s Unity Festival in Cardiff from June 21 to 30 have been announced today and tickets are now on sale.
The...
March 2012
Doctor Who convention lands in Cardiff23rd Mar 2012
A major Doctor Who Convention is taking place in Cardiff this weekend.
The convention, which is being hosted at the Wales Millennium...
Millennium Stadium to host Rugby League World Cup openers22nd Mar 2012
Rugby League World Cup kicks off at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff next year with a spectacular first day including the opening...
Big Gig is back with an Olympic incentive22nd Mar 2012
The Big Gig returns to Cardiff for 2012 and this year the winner of the competition will win the amazing opportunity to appear at a special...
Cardiff sets out Olympic flame route 19th Mar 2012
Cardiff has announced the streets that the Olympic Flame will travel along and the inspirational torchbearers who have been selected to...
City holiday park is a hidden gem15th Mar 2012
With the Easter holidays just around the corner, one holiday spot that ticks all the boxes lies nestled away in the heart of the Welsh...
Official WRU supporters village for 6 Nations Finale12th Mar 2012
Cardiff Council and the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) are delighted to announce that there will be an Official WRU Supporters’ Village in...
Canoe crazy fans are snapping up Cardiff World Cup tickets9th Mar 2012
Tickets are now on sale here for the 2012 Canoe Slalom World Cup, from the 8 -10 June, at Cardiff International White Water (CIWW)
...
Cardiff Story in line for top award5th Mar 2012
The Cardiff Story, the Museum dedicated to telling the history of the city, has been nominated for a prestigious national award.
The...
Free! Doctor Who concerts2nd Mar 2012
Two free Doctor Who concerts are planned as part of the opening celebrations for the BBC studios at Roath Lock.
BBC Cymru Wales is...
Vale in the running for industry Oscar1st Mar 2012
Wales’ largest spa has become the only spa in the country to be shortlisted for a national beauty industry accolade at this...
February 2012
Marco Pierre White launches top chef search in Cardiff29th Feb 2012
Michelin chef Marco Pierre White is in Cardiff on 1st and 2nd March, on the lookout for top chefs for a new programme, Kitchen Wars.
...
Tom Jones exclusive for Spillers27th Feb 2012
A special tri-colour edition of the new Tom Jones double A-side vinyl ‘Evil’ will be on sale exclusively at Spillers Records in...
Prima offer draws RHS visitors to Cardiff27th Feb 2012
Cardiff & Co has teamed up with Prima to offer the magazine’s online and print readers a jam-packed day out for the RHS Show...
BBC Cymru Wales opens its doors to reveal the magic23rd Feb 2012
BBC Cymru Wales is celebrating the completion of the new Roath Lock studios at Porth Teigr with a special weekend of events.
The...
Cheer on the Bluebirds in the city centre23rd Feb 2012
Cardiff City head to Wembley this weekend to be the first ever Welsh football team to play in the Carling Cup final.
With more than 30,000...
Lloyd-Webber and Hanslip lead Classic FM Live concert22nd Feb 2012
The final details of the Classic FM Live concert at the Wales Millennium Centre on 12th March have been announced.
It is a star-studded...
Spring has sprung for St David's Day21st Feb 2012
Cardiff has put on a special face in preparation for St David’s Day , with giant fibreglass daffodils appearing across the city.
...
Get snapping! New prize announced for Bay Photo Competition21st Feb 2012
There are just 6 weeks left to enter the Cardiff Bay photography competition, supported by John Lewis and Ffotogallery, and managed by the Bay...
Karen Gillan joins the Doctor for Cardiff convention16th Feb 2012
Karen Gillan will be joining her co-stars Matt Smith and Arthur Darvill at the Official Doctor Who Convention on the 24 th and 25 th March...
TV Walk takes in Cardiff’s Doctor Who locations14th Feb 2012
Cardiff is at the heart of a free TV Walks supplement published with the Radio Times. The supplement, in the Radio Times on sale from Tuesday...
The UK tour of Chicago the Musical returns to Wales Millennium Centre13th Feb 2012
The international award-winning musical Chicago returns to Wales Millennium Centre from Monday 9 to 14 July 2012 with a brand new cast starring...
A Date for Your Fashion Diary: ‘Ladies Night’10th Feb 2012
Fashion must-haves, makeovers, pampering, a glamorous party atmosphere and fabulous discounts - St David’s will offer all of this and more...
Cardiff Blues to face Connacht at the Arms Park8th Feb 2012
Cardiff Blues can confirm that they will play this Friday’s fixture against Connacht at Cardiff Arms Park.
All season tickets...
Avenue Q is back!6th Feb 2012
The Tony award-winning and hugely successful hit musical Avenue Q returns to Cardiff for one week only, at the New Theatre from Tuesday 21...
Castle improvements under way2nd Feb 2012
Major works are underway at Cardiff Castle on the Castle Moat to improve the visitor experience and enhance the sense of arrival at one of the...
World’s best canoeists tackle Cardiff white water course1st Feb 2012
The best of the world’s canoeists will be in Cardiff in June for the Canoe Slalom World Cup at Cardiff International White Water....
January 2012
Doctor Who Experience landing in Cardiff this summer 30th Jan 2012
The search is on for staff to work at the Doctor Who Experience, a new visitor attraction due to open in Porth Teigr, Cardiff Bay.
BBC...
RHS Show Cardiff highlight of first National Gardening Week30th Jan 2012
In the grey of January thoughts turn to the colours of spring, and where better to find them than the RHS Show Cardiff April 20-22. Tickets are...
New Ice Age dawns for Cardiff Bay27th Jan 2012
Cardiff Council has chosen a development partner to build the next phase of its landmark International Sports Village (ISV) which will include a...
Supper and songs at ffresh Restaurant27th Jan 2012
Visitors at ffresh Restaurant located at Wales Millennium Centre will soon be serenaded by members of the Welsh National Opera chorus at...
Sherman Cymru reopens its doors for Open House25th Jan 2012
The wait to see the newly refurbished Sherman Cymru building is nearly over and the public will be able to see the changes for themselves...
St David's Day Celebrations in the Capital 24th Jan 2012
Preparations have begun for a jammed packed programme to celebrate Wales’ Patron Saint, St David with a special festival taking place from...
Cardiff enters top 10 UK destinations20th Jan 2012
Cardiff has powered its way into the top 10 most popular choices for UK breaks, according to the travel website Expedia.
Expedia lists...
Spring 2012 season at the New Theatre Cardiff announced16th Jan 2012
Springing into action and opening the season in spectacular style are the acrobats in the latest show from The Moscow State Circus from...
£250k refurbishment sees accolades bubbling up at the Vale12th Jan 2012
Wales’ largest spa has achieved a five-bubble rating, the highest of its kind, from the UK’s leading authority on spa reviews...
Award winning TV costume designer opens up in Cardiff11th Jan 2012
BAFTA award winning costume designer Ray Holman whose recent work includes BBC’s Silk, Torchwood, Doctor Who, Law & Order and...
National Museum marks Scott’s South Pole centenary11th Jan 2012
The National Museum Cardiff is marking the centenary of Captain Scott’s arrival at the South Pole with a four-month exhibition.
...
Classic FM announces debut concert in Wales10th Jan 2012
Classic FM, the UK’s biggest classical music radio station, is bringing its acclaimed concert Classic FM Live to the Wales Millennium...
December 2011
‘Miss’ combines Maths & Music to win!14th Dec 2011
UW Newport student combines maths teaching placement with passion for singing and wins Queens Arcade talent competition
There was abundant...
Vale Resort wins industry accolade as top three golf academy in UK12th Dec 2011
The Vale Resort has won a major national accolade for the high standards and quality of its golf coaching and facilities based at its...
Full to almost bursting as banquet tickets sell like hot cakes8th Dec 2011
Caerphilly Castle will be a hive of activity this weekend as it welcomes the Illuminata digital light and sound show and a series of...
74,000 watch Doctor Who star launch tourist campaign6th Dec 2011
A worldwide celebrity film campaign to bring tourists to Wales was launched in front of 74,000 fans at the Millennium Stadium as Wales...
November 2011
New Loans make an Impression at National Museum Cardiff29th Nov 2011
Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales often shares its collections with venues both home and abroad. And this autumn is no different as...
Cardiff cuts it for X Factor judge Kelly 23rd Nov 2011
X Factor judge Kelly Rowland has revealed that she fell in love with Cardiff during her stay to film auditions last summer.
When Kelly was...
Sherman re-opening programme announced21st Nov 2011
The Sherman Theatre reopens in the New year, with a programme of work in its newly redeveloped theatre building. Ticket booking for priority...
Llanerch Vineyard win glittering 5* grading from Visit Wales board16th Nov 2011
Recently refurbished Llanerch Vineyard has just been honoured with a Visit Wales 5* rating for their beautiful site and serviced...
Time for Doctor Who at Wales Millennium centre11th Nov 2011
The Wales Millennium Centre will resemble a giant Tardis next spring as it becomes the venue for the first Doctor Who convention since the series...
Richard Burton, the early years10th Nov 2011
From 2 November, the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama will host an exhibition that sheds new light on Richard Burton’s early life...
Here comes the wizard...10th Nov 2011
Motorsport legend Barrie ‘Whizzo’ Williams will be part of a quartet of motorsport icons who will be interviewed as star guests at...
October 2011
How the Welsh coastline got to the top of the world31st Oct 2011
Coastal Wales is the greatest region on Earth to visit next year. This is the verdict of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2012, the seventh...
The Phantom of the Opera at Wales Millennium Centre27th Oct 2011
Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to present a spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera at Wales...
Hilton Cardiff's Spooky Halloween Treat26th Oct 2011
The Metropole Lounge at Hilton Cardiff has launched a spooky treat this Halloween
Visitors to Hilton Cardiff are invited to indulge...
Rallyfest extravaganza comes to streets of Cardiff!21st Oct 2011
The countdown has started to the final round of this year’s World Rally Championship hitting the streets of Cardiff and forests of mid and...
Capitol Shopping Centre’s 21st Birthday Bonanza20th Oct 2011
Cardiff’s Capitol Shopping Centre will celebrate its 21st birthday in style next Thursday with a host of entertainment and activities...
Call for Auditions – Only Kids Aloud18th Oct 2011
Music Director of Only Men Aloud and Only Boys Aloud, Tim Rhys Evans is on the lookout for children between the ages of 9-13 to join him in his...
Cardiff gets ready to Step into Christmas14th Oct 2011
Christmas celebrations in Cardiff will have even more sparkle this year with the launch of an exciting new event called ‘Step Into...
Fashion tour hits St David's11th Oct 2011
St David’s has announced it is set to host its first ever Autumn/Winter Fashion Tour in association with British Fashion Council.
Between...
Journey’s End at the New Theatre, Cardiff6th Oct 2011
Fresh from its celebrated West End run, the multi award-winning production of R.C. Sherriff’s Journey’s End comes to the New Theatre,...
September 2011
Cardiff welcomes double success in tourism awards26th Sep 2011
Cardiff was the runner up in the best UK city category in awards judged by readers of Group Leisure magazine.
The city was ahead of fellow...
St David's continues to grow with four new names on the way26th Sep 2011
St David’s in Cardiff has signed up another four new names as it continues to strengthen the mix of retailers in Wales’ biggest shopping...
New Date and Funding Offer Fresh Opportunities for Vale of Glamorgan Festival of Music13th Sep 2011
The Vale of Glamorgan Festival, one of the UK’s leading contemporary music events, is on the move. As this year’s Festival...
Shopping destination to be transformed at exclusive Student Lock In12th Sep 2011
An entire shopping centre will be handed over to thousands of students next month for Cardiff’s biggest student shopping event.
The Student...
National Museum Cardiff is shortlisted for the Annual Award for Museums 201112th Sep 2011
The Contemporary Art Society announces the shortlist for the Annual Award for Museums 2011. The winning museum will receive £60,000 to...
Leading North Wales artists to exhibit at Wales Millennium Centre8th Sep 2011
New work by two leading artists from North Wales, Ann Catrin Evans and Ivor Richards, will feature at Wales Millennium Centre throughout September...
Huge Demand Calls for Extra Guided Tour2nd Sep 2011
Due to huge demand a third walk has been added to the programme of free walks offered by Cardiff Council and Cardiff History and Hauntings as part of...
Spirits high as Penderyn takes gold1st Sep 2011
Gin produced by Brecon distiller Penderyn has been judged best in the world with a gold medal at the 2011 International Wine and Spirit Competition...
August 2011
Katherine’s back on Daydream tour31st Aug 2011
Tickets for Katherine Jenkins’ UK Daydream concert at the Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff, are on sale from 2nd September.
The tour of 21 UK...
Cardiff University throws open its doors31st Aug 2011
Cardiff University is throwing open the doors of one of its most iconic buildings to give members of the public a rare opportunity to explore its...
Vale of Glamorgan Festival of Music 201131st Aug 2011
This year’s Vale of Glamorgan Festival of Music will begin on September 6.
Highlights of the festival this year include three world...
Chance to tour lost Roman port26th Aug 2011
Cardiff archaeologists are guiding visitors round the remains of a 2000-year-old Roman port during the August Bank Holiday.
The port, discovered...
Out of the woods - a free outdoor festival18th Aug 2011
Bute Park is hosting its annual Out of the Woods festival on Sunday 21, August between 10.30am and 4.30pm on Coopers Field.
The outdoor event...
Uncover Cardiff’s Forgotten Past18th Aug 2011
After the success of last year’s event, there’s a chance to uncover more of Cardiff’s hidden secrets next month on two free...
Glittering launch night celebrates £1.6 million venue refurbishment of Grosvenor G Casino Cardiff17th Aug 2011
Following a £1.6 million refurbishment, the existing Grosvenor Casino at Red Dragon Centre, Cardiff unveiled a stunning new look at its...
Hilton Cardiff launches luxury theatre package in cooperation with Wales Millennium Centre15th Aug 2011
Hilton Cardiff has launched a luxury theatre package with the iconic Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff Bay.
The package includes a night at the...
Limited edition Cardiff Bay postcards3rd Aug 2011
The votes are in and have been counted and the top four photographs have been chosen for a limited set of Cardiff Bay postcards.
www...
Young musicians nurture city’s café culture3rd Aug 2011
Talented young musicians are helping to bring a new café culture to the centre of Cardiff.
Working with Café Nero, Cardiff Council...
July 2011
‘Sister Act’ comes to Wales Millennium Centre in Summer 201229th Jul 2011
The West End and Broadway musical ‘Sister Act’ will make its Welsh debut when it arrives at Wales Millennium Centre for a 12-day run from...
Cycle challenge comes to Cardiff29th Jul 2011
The call has gone out to the desk-bound of Cardiff to join in the Cardiff Cycle Challenge – a fun, free competition to encourage people to...
Ed's Easy Diner to open first restaurant in Wales29th Jul 2011
St David’s is set to bring another first for Wales with the announcement that Ed’s Easy Diner will be opening within the shopping...
Millennium Stadium to host tribute for Michael Jackson27th Jul 2011
A one-off Michael Jackson tribute concert will be played in front of 70,000 fans at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium in October.
The Michael Forever...
Victoria Halls surge to top position22nd Jul 2011
Victoria Hall, the company that runs UWIC halls of residence by the same name in Cardiff, has been named the UK’s best private halls...
Cardiff has been named one of Britain’s best value cities for tourists.21st Jul 2011
The South Wales Echo reports that the capital of Wales came third in a table compiled by website TripAdvisor, behind Belfast and Liverpool.
A...
A walk through time around Capital's historic heart20th Jul 2011
Cardiff’s historic heart, the Castle Quarter, is the fascinating setting for a brand new guided walking tour giving visitors and locals alike...
Speedway spectacular chooses Cardiff for the next five years 18th Jul 2011
The FIM British Speedway Grand Prix will return to Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium in 2012 in a new five-year deal between the stadium and the...
‘Tasteful’ Llanerch is back in business18th Jul 2011
Llanerch Vineyard has been fully re-furbished and has opened again for business.
The vineyard at Hensol in the Vale of Glamorgan, is a discreet...
Summer fun and entertainment in Cardiff Bay14th Jul 2011
There’s plenty in store for visitors to Cardiff Bay over the holidays, with big events, activities on the water and attractions around the...
Three great shows go on sale at the New Theatre12th Jul 2011
The New Theatre is excited to announce three new shows on sale this week - Horrible Histories, Basket Case and Birds of a Feather.
Joining the...
Fashion scouts target Cardiff11th Jul 2011
Cardiff’s St David’s Centre is one of the targets for Suzuki Street Scouts who are on the lookout for the most stylish, unsigned,...
Food glorious food at Cardiff International Food & Drink Festival5th Jul 2011
Olive oil fresh from rural Italy; produce from twin city Stuttgart; award-winning cured and smoked charcuterie delicacies from rural Monmouthshire;...
Cardiff amongst World’s Best – National Geographic1st Jul 2011
Cardiff has been chosen as one of the 10 best places in the world to visit this summer by National Geographic magazine.
The capital of Wales is in...
June 2011
Route confirmed for 2011 Lloyds TSB Cardiff Half Marathon30th Jun 2011
The Lloyds TSB Cardiff Half Marathon has announced a new route for the event which takes place on Sunday October 16th 2011.
One of the...
G Casino invests £1.6 million in Cardiff venue30th Jun 2011
Following a £1.6 million refurbishment, the existing Grosvenor Casino at Red Dragon Centre, Hemingway Road will re-launch as the G Casino...
HRH The Duchess of Cornwall to officially open the Cardiff Story26th Jun 2011
The Cardiff Story museum will get the Royal seal of approval, when Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall officially opens the museum’s...
The Gull and Leek is officially open on Flat Holm25th Jun 2011
The Lord Mayor of Cardiff, Cllr Prof Delme Bowen opened Wales’ most southerly pub last Friday, June 24. The Gull and Leek is the new...
Scott plaque unveiled at historic Royal hotel23rd Jun 2011
John Evans, the grandson of Petty Officer Edgar Evans, the Welsh explorer who perished with Captain Scott after reaching the South Pole in 1912, has...
Hilton Cardiff gets set for charity Zumba Zunday 23rd Jun 2011
Hilton Cardiff is set to hold its annual Around the World in a Day fundraising event, by hosting a ‘Zumba Zunday’ in Cardiff city centre....
Coffee classes a big hit in Cardiff21st Jun 2011
Coffee connoisseurs are being offered the chance to become budding baristas, (expert coffee makers) thanks to a new scheme dreamt up by a Cardiff tea...
New modern and contemporary art galleries complete16th Jun 2011
From 9 July 2011, Wales will have its own National Museum of Art, showcasing the full range of the nation’s world-class art collection under...
BigLittleCity: Cardiff - Final Phase16th Jun 2011
Third and final installment of Cardiff’s interactive art project
BigLittleCity are opening the doors on the third and final installment of...
Visit the biggest pub in Wales!16th Jun 2011
The Great Welsh Beer and Cider Festival is back in Cardiff this month as the Campaign for Real Ale transforms the Motorpoint Arena into the...
World Premiere Tour of David Walliams’ novel Mr Stink15th Jun 2011
The smelliest book of all time hits the stage!
Mr Stink, the musical comedy based on the hilarious children’s novel written by David...
Vale Resort retains accolade of Wales' highest 4* rated hotel14th Jun 2011
The Vale Resort at Hensol has further established its reputation as a UK leader within the hospitality industry after receiving maximum points in an...
Wales's only inclusive arts festival returns to Wales Millennium Centre14th Jun 2011
Wales Millennium Centre, in partnership with resident organisation Hijinx Theatre, and Mencap Cymru, bring their annual Unity Festival back for a...
National Trust takes on Dyffryn House and Gardens 14th Jun 2011
Dyffryn House and Gardens, the mansion and Grade 1 listed Edwardian garden in the Vale of Glamorgan, are to be leased to the National Trust.
John...
Annual Blysh Festival is back for a month13th Jun 2011
A 30-foot long inflatable pink pig and a pair of video goggles are two of the essential pieces that will play their part in Wales Millennium...
No1 Currency launches new bureau de change in Cardiff13th Jun 2011
No1 Currency, a foreign exchange specialist that offers the most competitive foreign currency exchange rates on the high street, has opened a brand...
Take This – and That! At Queen’s Arcade10th Jun 2011
Cardiff’s Queen’s Arcade is celebrating the two days of 'Take That' frenzy in Cardiff with special offers and discounts while the band is...
Hot stuff from Fiery Jack in The Vale of Glamorgan9th Jun 2011
Try your hand at a siege engine, relive the thrills of jousting knights, wander through a medieval market, or just relax and breathe in history...
Marriott Hotel celebrates 25th anniversary9th Jun 2011
As Cardiff’s Marriott hotel celebrates its 25th birthday, four loyal employees have their own special reason for celebrating, having clocked...
A gentleman's feast this Father's Day 8th Jun 2011
Hilton Cardiff has launched its first ever Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea, offering a touch of luxury for fathers, this Father’s Day.
The...
Cath Kidston sets its sights on St David's 6th Jun 2011
St David’s, the joint venture between Capital Shopping Centres and Land Securities, has confirmed that it will be the first shopping...
Cross-party support for ‘National High Street Week’6th Jun 2011
Politicians from across the political spectrum have backed calls by Cardiff & Co, the company charged with promoting the Welsh capital, for a...
The Cardiff Devils are Guinness World Record Holders6th Jun 2011
The Cardiff Devils enter their 25th anniversary this coming season – and will begin that landmark by celebrating a world-beating achievement...
New surf simulation set for the International Sports Village3rd Jun 2011
Thrill seekers in Cardiff are looking forward to another world class sporting attraction making a big splash.
An indoor surf facility is being...
New children's choir to perform with renowned Russian company2nd Jun 2011
The world-renowned Mariinsky Theatre returns to Wales Millennium Centre for two days of dramatic music-making next spring.
Bringing two monumental...
Jousting returns to the Castle1st Jun 2011
Now firmly established in the city’s events calendar, Joust! makes a welcome return to Cardiff Castle on Saturday and Sunday 18 – 19 June...
Capital for sport – now it’s official!1st Jun 2011
Cardiff has won the prestigious title of European Capital of Sport for 2014 after an inspection of the city by a team of delegates from Europe.
...
The Lady Boys Of Bangkok Arrive In Cardiff!1st Jun 2011
Adorned in fur and unlike the famous saying they definitely have something underneath…..French knickers. The all new 2011 tour ‘Fur...
May 2011
Dalata Group’s first UK hotel officially opened by Welsh First Minster27th May 2011
Cardiff city centre’s largest hotel has been officially opened by the First Minister with city promotion chiefs praising its boost to the...
Speedway spectacular to hit Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium25th May 2011
Fast and furious family fun, the FIM Doodson British Speedway Grand Prix at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium is right up there with the biggest...
Centre joins forces with BigLittleCity, launching exciting art competition25th May 2011
Queens Arcade Shopping Centre has joined forces with BigLittleCity:Cardiff to launch its 'Arcade Art' competition for Cardiff artists.
The...
Free bus service for the Amlin Cup match19th May 2011
Cardiff Council will provide a free shuttle bus service for people attending the European Rugby Cup (ERC) Amlin Challenge Final 2011 this Friday...
Heineken Cup tours Cardiff by open top bus!19th May 2011
The Heineken Cup will tour Cardiff on Saturday 21st May, before making its way to Cardiff Arms Park, next to the...
The Gothic charm of Castell Coch needs your votes! 16th May 2011
Cadw’s fairytale like Castell Coch near Cardiff has been shortlisted in the ‘Britain’s best country house’ category in the...
UK tour of Oliver! coming to Wales Millennium Centre this Christmas13th May 2011
Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Southbrook Group Limited and Stage Entertainment UK, have today announced that a UK tour of Cameron...
Meet the UK's award winning Captain Jack Sparrow look-a-like! 11th May 2011
To celebrate the release of Pirates of the Caribbean: Stranger Tides, The Red Dragon Centre in Cardiff Bay is offering film fans the chance to get up...
Jungle fun for all the family10th May 2011
Making a welcome return to the New Theatre is Rudyard Kipling’s timeless story The Jungle Book from Tuesday 24 – Saturday 28 May...
Fur Coats And French Knickers!10th May 2011
This Summer’s Cardiff Bay Sensation! The Lady Boys of Bangkok will be setting up their purpose built cabaret room on Roald Dahl Plass, in...
Cardiff Festival is worth flying for – says America’s OUT magazine4th May 2011
America’s leading gay fashion and lifestyle magazine OUT has identified the Iris Prize Festival as one of six unique film festivals in the...
Celebrity authors to visit Cowbridge book festival for charity4th May 2011
A host of celebrities and big-name authors will descend on the picturesque market town of Cowbridge for a week-long book festival in May, held in...
Young army hopefuls gear up for challenge of a lifetime 4th May 2011
A group of five men and women from Wales University Officers Training Corps (WUOTC) are preparing for a 24 hour endurance cycling challenge, in a bid...
Jason Donovan to star as Captain Von Trapp in The Sound of Music3rd May 2011
Jason Donovan will star as Captain Von Trapp, alongside Connie Fisher as Maria, in the legendary Rodgers and Hammerstein musical 'The Sound of Music'...
Cardiff’s newest arts centre launches its opening season3rd May 2011
...featuring Only Men Aloud, Penguin Café, Welsh National Opera, Cardiff Comedy Festival, the Richard Burton festival!
This summer sees...
April 2011
Extreme action hits the UK with Monster Energy Extreme Freestylers27th Apr 2011
Over 40,000 adrenaline junkies will experience the most extreme action on two wheels when the Monster Energy Extreme Freestylers show lands in the UK...
Brand new stage show marks 30th Anniversary of children’s classic27th Apr 2011
A brand new production of Michelle Magorian’s much loved classic Goodnight Mister Tom comes to the New Theatre, Cardiff from Wednesday 11 to...
Hilton Cardiff's royal treat for royal wedding26th Apr 2011
The Hilton Cardiff is celebrating the Royal Wedding in style by creating a quirky new afternoon tea. The Royal Afternoon Tea has been prepared by...
Get snapping in Cardiff at this year's Photomarathon20th Apr 2011
Budding and professional photographers are being invited to get snapping by taking part in this year’s Photomarathon UK, which is set to return...
National Museum Cardiff hosts a futuristic visitor over Easter period20th Apr 2011
After travelling through time and space Doctor Who's TARDIS will be landing at National Museum Cardiff on Thursday 21st April and staying over the...
Artes Mundi 5 call for artist nominations19th Apr 2011
Chief Executive and Artistic Director of Artes Mundi reveals new developments in Prize.
Artes Mundi, the UK’s largest art prize, launches...
Lots of ‘egg-stra’ fun this Easter and May bank holiday at the centre19th Apr 2011
Easter workshops and entertainment for people of all ages, a celebration of Welsh artists and musicians, and a tribute to television’s longest...
Appeal for wartime information and memorabilia19th Apr 2011
As the city marks the 70th anniversary of the Cardiff blitz, Cardiff Castle is appealing for any information or memorabilia from this era to help...
Stop Snapping! ‘The Bay Picture’ is revealed15th Apr 2011
Judges from the Waterfront Partners have searched through hundreds of photographs to choose the winning entry for the inaugural Cardiff Bay...
Favourites back in museum haunt15th Apr 2011
This Easter visitors to National Museum Cardiff can welcome the return of two of the museum’s popular resident animals who are back from their...
Cardiff auditions announced for the company of first ever UK tour of Dirty Dancing 15th Apr 2011
Have you got what it takes to have 'The Time of Your Life'?
‘Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage’ has today...
Spillers leads record store celebrations14th Apr 2011
Spillers, the oldest record shop in the world, is celebrating record store day on Saturday (April 16) with customer DJs and live sets throughout...
Chapter celebrates 40 years14th Apr 2011
Chapter, Cardiff’s arts centre, marks its 40th birthday this weekend with the first events in a year-long celebration...
Spring sounds good at Mermaid Quay's free music festival14th Apr 2011
From Saturday 16 April to Monday 2 May, Cardiff’s waterfront will be alive with the sound of music. Come down to Mermaid Quay for FREE...
Wales’ newest gallery, at The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, is to be named The Linbury Gallery11th Apr 2011
The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama is delighted to announce that the exhibition space in the £22.5 million development is to be named...
Record crowds bask in RHS Cardiff sunshine11th Apr 2011
The glorious weather in Wales this weekend brought record numbers of over 27,000 to the RHS Show Cardiff – getting the Royal Horticultural...
BigLittleCity: Cardiff Exhibition8th Apr 2011
A new exhibition at the newly opened “Cardiff Story” museum in the Old Library building, the Hayes launches next week....
Boux Avenue unveils first Welsh store in St David’s 7th Apr 2011
New lingerie brand Boux Avenue has opened its first store in Wales at St David’s in Cardiff.
The brand, fronted by retail guru Theo...
The Capital FM drive-in movie weekend comes to Cardiff7th Apr 2011
Capital FM is bringing entertainment on a big scale to Cardiff for the Royal Wedding Bank Holiday Weekend at Cardiff City Stadium.
Three...
St David's announces welcome return of fashion weekender6th Apr 2011
St David’s is set to host its first Fashion Weekender of 2011, previewing the must-have Spring/Summer trends from a range of exclusive brands...
Last few days to get your Bay snaps in!6th Apr 2011
With only a few days left to enter the Cardiff Bay photography competition, the race is on to get your Bay snaps in by this Sunday! The...
Cranford at the New Theatre1st Apr 2011
Recently made popular again by the BBC’s adaptation, Cardiff audiences can now get even closer to experiencing life in the genteel market town...
Show your 'Calvins' to celebrate new Calvin Klein underwear store in St David's1st Apr 2011
Shoppers will be asked to ‘show their Calvins’ this weekend to celebrate the opening of the Calvin klein Underwear store in St...
March 2011
Cardiff’s history brought to life in new museum31st Mar 2011
A new museum dedicated to the history of Cardiff will officially open in the city this week. The public will be able to view The Cardiff Story...
Bank holiday galore at The Red Dragon Centre30th Mar 2011
Cardiff's top entertainment destination, The Red Dragon Centre is laying on a spectacular series of events for Easter weekend. As well as all the...
Burges’ stained glass panels return home to Coch29th Mar 2011
The future of two extremely rare William Burges designed stained glass panels has been secured following their purchase for £125,000 by Cadw,...
Treat your Mum at the Hilton28th Mar 2011
The Hilton Cardiff has found the perfect way to treat your mum this Mothering Sunday with a touch of luxury. The city hotel has launched a new...
The boys are back in town! 28th Mar 2011
The All New Original Tribute to the Blues Brothers at New Theatre, Cardiff
Dust off your pork pie hat and get ready to party like never...
Cardiff awarded coach friendly status21st Mar 2011
Cardiff has become the first city in Wales to be awarded the status of coach friendly by the Confederation of Passenger Transport.
The...
Les Misérables composer tells the tale of Cleopatra21st Mar 2011
Cleopatra at the New Theatre
Les Misérables and Miss Saigon composer Claude-Michel Schönberg has teamed up with Northern Ballet to...
Dirty Dancing to make Welsh debut at Wales Millennium Centre in 201218th Mar 2011
‘Dirty Dancing’, the record-breaking smash-hit musical, is to make its Welsh debut at Wales Millennium Centre, next year, as part of...
Tickets now on sale for innovative international music festival in Cardiff17th Mar 2011
The Arcomis International Flute Event 2011 is a music festival for everyone a dazzling weekend-long event celebrating one magical instrument...
A Welsh Diva for Welsh Kids with cancer17th Mar 2011
One of Wales’ most cherished singing stars – Katherine Jenkins – has announced a very special concert for the summer where she...
John Barrowman announces Autumn 2011 UK tour16th Mar 2011
John Barrowman, Britain's most successful - and comfortably Britain's best - all-round entertainer releases his best of collection this September...
Construction firm creates cocoon to facilitate world class exhibition15th Mar 2011
Construction firm Willmott Dixon has been working around the clock to hand over a part of the prestigious new facilities at the Royal Welsh...
GHOST walks in Llandaff have beaten Stonehenge in a top 10 list of great value UK tourist attractions11th Mar 2011
Judges at Essential Travel online magazine who ranked the attraction as the third best in Britain which cost under £10, also placed the...
Connie Fisher comes home to play 'Maria' 10th Mar 2011
Connie Fisher will once again play the role of 'Maria' when 'The Sound of Music' comes back to Wales Millennium Centre this summer [Tuesday 23...
The Vale Resort in Wales is recognised as ‘UK’s most enjoyable golf course’ 8th Mar 2011
The Vale Resort in Wales was recognised as the ‘UK’s Most Enjoyable Golf Course’ at a prestigious awards ceremony last week....
Celebrating the life and music of a legend8th Mar 2011
Buddy at the New Theatre, Cardiff
The world’s most successful Rock ‘n’ Roll musical Buddy returns to Cardiff from Monday 21...
New restaurant and convenience store to open at St David's7th Mar 2011
St David’s is set to welcome an award-winning restaurant and its first convenient grocery store to the shopping destination in the heart of...
Time for travel as Doctor Who tours come to Cardiff7th Mar 2011
A new Doctor Who locations tour comes to Cardiff from April.
The four-hour Doctor Who Tour takes in over 20 locations in and around Cardiff...
Motorpoint takes naming rights for Cardiff International Arena1st Mar 2011
Motorpoint has taken the naming rights for the Cardiff International Arena for the next five years.
The car supermarket giant has broken with...
Cardiff iPhone App a big hit with visitors1st Mar 2011
An interactive visitor guide that allows users to navigate their way around Cardiff, using GPS and Google maps, locating everything from the...
February 2011
Ready, Steady, Splash!28th Feb 2011
Cardiff Bay springs into life as rowing sets the scene for a season of action on the water, with the Head of the Taff making a welcome return to our...
Capital leads the way for St David’s Day28th Feb 2011
Cardiff is the place to be for St David’s Day as the celebrations roll out for the patron saint of Wales.
The city will be buzzing as the...
Fair Do’s - it’s Fairtrade fortnight in Cardiff27th Feb 2011
Fairtrade Fortnight is under way in Cardiff, with Fair Do’s the Cardiff-based not-for-profit company in the vanguard.
Fair Do’s ,...
St David's Day at St David's26th Feb 2011
St David’s in Cardiff is hosting a special celebration this St David’s Day to raise vital funds for its official charity, Marie Curie.
...
Back to School! The History boys at the New Theatre, Cardiff25th Feb 2011
Having enjoyed sell-out performances in Cardiff in 2006, The History Boys returns to the New Theatre from Tuesday 15 – Saturday 19 March...
Sir Anthony Hopkins In Concert24th Feb 2011
Sir Anthony Hopkins in concert on 24th July, 7.00pm St David’s Hall, Cardiff
Welsh Oscar-winning actor Sir Anthony Hopkins is known...
Sell out concert for St David’s Day and BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales 24th Feb 2011
BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales will perform a St David’s Day celebration concert at St David’s Hall, Cardiff on March 1st at...
Wales Millennium Centre announces strategic partnership with Cape Town Opera23rd Feb 2011
A three-year strategic partnership between a spirited opera company and a landmark arts centre, aimed at strengthening cultural links between...
Cardiff shoppers bring city to life22nd Feb 2011
Shoppers in Cardiff have celebrated the arrival of the LEGO store to St David’s by constructing a giant LEGO landscape of the city from...
Look like a star? Win fab on the spot prizes at look alike day at Mermaid Quay18th Feb 2011
Are people always telling you how much you look like someone famous? Do you deliberately style yourself after your favourite...
Search is on for The Bay Picture17th Feb 2011
Today marks the launch of a Cardiff Bay photography competition, supported by Ffotogallery, and managed by the Bay partnership, The Waterfront...
St David's welcomes Krispy Kreme to Cardiff17th Feb 2011
St David’s has announced the arrival of premium doughnut retailer Krispy Kreme, following an overwhelming demand for the brand from shoppers in...
Be a star at Mermaid Quay's Hollywood half term 16th Feb 2011
It’s Oscar time in Los Angeles and Mermaid Quay is celebrating with a special Hollywood Half Term Week (19th – 27th February)...
In the Night Garden Live!14th Feb 2011
Come and join in the fun of the world’s only In the Night Garden live show – an amazing musical theatre experience for all the family...
Victoria Wood’s dinnerladies return for second helpings11th Feb 2011
Dinnerladies at the New Theatre, Cardiff
Following their success in 2009, Victoria Wood’s dinnerladies return to the New Theatre stage in...
Lego store invites shoppers to bring Cardiff to life11th Feb 2011
The newly opened LEGO store in St David’s is celebrating its arrival to Cardiff by inviting shoppers to help construct a giant LEGO...
Lock-in brings thousands to St David's10th Feb 2011
More than 6,000 students flocked to St David’s Cardiff on Tuesday evening as the centre celebrated the successful return of its exclusive...
A Star for Burton, and Scholarships for the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama10th Feb 2011
A major fundraising campaign has been launched to lay an iconic star to honour Richard Burton, one of Wales’ most famous actors, on the...
Free entry to Wales's heritage to mark Patron Saint's Day8th Feb 2011
Cadw, the Welsh Assembly Government’s historic environment service, is marking St Davids Day by offering free admission to all its directly...
Science Rocks! 8th Feb 2011
Boulders and Science Junkie are teaming up with the British Science Association to bring youngsters a fun filled educational show of science and...
Gok Wan visits Capital FM South Wales4th Feb 2011
Gok’s Clothes Roadshow rolled into Cardiff this week and stopped by to chat with Capital FM South Wales’ breakfast duo Kam and Sally...
Kung Hei Fat Choi - Happy Chinese New Year from Cardiff!3rd Feb 2011
Cardiff has a real flavour of the East for the Chinese New Year – the year of the ra bbit, which starts on Thursday 3rd February.
On show at...
Christian Lindberg premiere at RWCMD brass festival2nd Feb 2011
In the build up to the opening of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama’s £22.5 million new facilities, Head of Brass, Kevin...
January 2011
Sacred rock carvings leave China for the first time27th Jan 2011
New exhibition – From Steep Hillsides: Ancient Rock Carvings from Dazu, Chin a – exclusive to Wales
Visitors to National Museum...
Four new stores set to open at St David's 26th Jan 2011
St David’s has announced four new store openings to further its fashion offering at Wales’ biggest
Shake Away has now officially...
St David’s gets set to host exclusive student lock-in 24th Jan 2011
St David’s is gearing up to host its second free after-hours Lock-In event for students in Cardiff and South Wales after phenomenal demand....
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa to be BBC Cardiff Singer of the world patron24th Jan 2011
Dame Kiri te Kanawa will take time out of her international concert schedule to join BBC Cardiff Singer of the World competition as Patron and...
Axis launches Cardiff Art Map24th Jan 2011
A new, interactive art map of Cardiff has been launched by Axis, giving residents and visitors a unique insight into the city’s contemporary...
Local Skaters to wow the audience at the Cardiff Premiere of Holiday on Ice!20th Jan 2011
Local skating group, Cardiff National School of Ice Skating are set to wow audiences with a stunning performance at the Cardiff premiere of Holiday...
LGBT History Month at National Museum Wales19th Jan 2011
Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales is hosting a packed programme of exhibitions, events and activities to celebrate Lesbian Gay Bisexual...
Cyclist’s award-winning green commute takes in tourist sights18th Jan 2011
The best sights in Cardiff feature in an award-winning video by green commuter Steve Castle.
Steve’s short film about his daily commute by...
Christmas trade hits record level at St David's14th Jan 2011
More shoppers visited St David’s in Cardiff than ever before this Christmas. The month of December was a record trading month for the Welsh...
Gok’s Fashion Fix is back6th Jan 2011
Gok’s Fashion Fix is back for a new series and the makeover king Gok Wan will be in Cardiff from January 31st – Feb 4th 2011!! Gok is...
Capital FM launches in South Wales4th Jan 2011
This morning Capital FM hit the airwaves across South Wales for the very first time, giving listeners their first taste of the new Hit Music...
December 2010
Hilton Cardiff Serves ‘Twelve Drinks of Christmas’ 13th Dec 2010
The five star Hilton Cardiff is introducing a new range of cocktails this week exclusively designed to celebrate the festive season. Aptly...
Search underway for a future hotel apprentice8th Dec 2010
With only a few weeks left to enter, Future Inns' search to find a young hotel tycoon of the Future continues.
Budding entrepreneurs aged...
Lego(c) Store opens in St David's8th Dec 2010
The LEGO Group, one of the world’s largest toy manufacturers, will open the doors to its first Welsh store on Friday, 10th December, in St...
Katy Perry - California Dreams Tour7th Dec 2010
Second Leg - October / November 2011
Monday 6th December Katy Perry only recently announced her 'California Dreams Tour'. Demand has...
Metropole lounge's festive treat with Christmas afternoon tea6th Dec 2010
The new Metropole Lounge at the Hilton Cardiff has launched a festive treat for shoppers to take a break from the hustle and bustle of their...
St David’s expectations for 2nd successful Christmas 3rd Dec 2010
St David’s - Wales’ biggest shopping destination - has high expectations for a record-breaking Christmas this year.
Celebrating its...
November 2010
Help us bring national Curry award to Cardiff30th Nov 2010
The search is now on to find the best curry house in Wales – and your vote could be decisive. Cardiff boasts a range of restaurants from the...
BBC National Orchestra of Wales Celebrate Christmas in style in Cardiff29th Nov 2010
BBC National Orchestra of Wales will perform a concert of festive music called Christmas Celebrations on three evenings in Swansea, Cardiff and...
Classic Christmas story a bestseller at the New Theatre29th Nov 2010
Tommy Steele in ‘Scrooge’ breaks musical record at the New Theatre
The musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic seasonal...
St David's introduces new changing places facilities25th Nov 2010
St David’s, Cardiff has announced the opening of its new ‘Changing Places’ accredited facilities.
The facilities, located on the...
Pumpkin Patch23rd Nov 2010
There’s a new kid in town... Pumpkin Patch is proud to announce the arrival of their new kidswear store opening at Saint Davids, Dewi Sant on...
Music for Winter Evenings at BBC Hoddinott Hall 22nd Nov 2010
As the weather turns colder and the darker evenings arrive, music lovers can join BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales at BBC Hoddinott Hall...
Winter welcome at south Wales’ heritage sites19th Nov 2010
World Heritage Blaenavon Ironworks and, for the first time, medieval Tretower Court and Castle, near Crickhowell, will remain open every Friday,...
Christmas’ first snow falls at St David's17th Nov 2010
St David’s in Cardiff was the location for the winter’s first snowfall as the shopping destination hosted a magical start to its...
Doctor Who stars switch on Cardiff Christmas lights16th Nov 2010
Doctor Who star Matt Smith used his Sonic Screwdriver to switch on the Cardiff Christmas Lights before a crowd of 15,000 in the city’s Civic...
Action sports retailer ‘Two Seasons’ set to take Cardiff to the next level16th Nov 2010
MD “can’t wait to meet people” in the new store in Queens Arcade when it opens on Thursday 18th November
This week Cardiff will...
LEGO store comes to Wales15th Nov 2010
The LEGO Group, one of the world’s largest toy manufacturers, will open its first store in Wales at Cardiff’s biggest shopping...
Historic Sitting Room Opens at Cardiff Castle15th Nov 2010
After years of work, Lord Bute’s sitting room at Cardiff Castle has been restored to its former glory and is now open to visitors.
...
Search for Cardiff’s Xmas Factor stars commences!15th Nov 2010
Queens Arcade and Cardiff Blues combine to offer Cardiff’s talented performers the opportunity to perform in front of 20,000 fans on New...
St David’s gives Cardiff a top three place12th Nov 2010
Cardiff has officially pushed its way into the top three busiest city shopping centres in the UK.
The city’s new St David’s complex...
Cinderella at the New Theatre Cardiff12th Nov 2010
With only a month to go to opening night, the New Theatre ’s most magical panto ever Cinderella is enjoying a high volume of sales with...
Cardiff a short hop for visitors from Cornwall12th Nov 2010
Cardiff is now only half an hour from Cornwall thanks to new flights from regional airline Air Southwest. Air Southwest is launching a daily service...
Shoppers hot-foot it to Queens Arcade12th Nov 2010
Shoppers hot-foot it to Queens Arcade in order to try out the latest must-have beauty treatment – Fish Pedicure!
With Christmas just...
Christmas is more fun at Mermaid Quay 11th Nov 2010
Right on the waterfront in the heart of Cardiff Bay, Mermaid Quay is a great place to visit this Christmas.
With more than 25...
Christmas' first snowfall forecast at St David's9th Nov 2010
The winter’s first snowfall has been forecast this Friday as St David’s hosts a magical start to its Christmas celebrations.
Snow will...
Hilton Cardiff Opens New Metropole Lounge9th Nov 2010
The five-star Hilton Cardiff has opened the exclusive Metropole Lounge, establishing the hotel as the premier meeting point in Cardiff’s...
Aquabus is the way to kick off the rugby internationals in style! 5th Nov 2010
Aquabus – Cardiff Bay’s premier sightseeing tour and water taxi operator – is running pre-match cruises from Mermaid Quay around...
Elton John announces two warm up dates4th Nov 2010
After a week where he released a new album that entered the charts across the globe in the top ten, a critically acclaimed performance at the...
Cardiff Airport welcomes new airline3rd Nov 2010
Cardiff Airport has today announced that Swiss airline Helvetic Airways will be launching a new route from Cardiff to Zurich.
From March 2011...
Hottest thing on ice comes to Cardiff1st Nov 2010
Feeling chilly? Warm up this winter... and visit the hottest thing on ice! Holiday on Ice, Energia is coming to Cardiff International Arena from 8...
‘Sparks in the Park’ – 30th Anniversary of the Cardiff Round Table Fireworks Display1st Nov 2010
Cardiff Round Table is proud to present the 30th ‘Sparks in the Park’, the family friendly Fireworks Display on Saturday 6th...
October 2010
Cardiff scoops trio of National Tourism Awards29th Oct 2010
The cream of the Welsh tourism industry were awarded on Thursday 21 October, 2010 at the Vale Hotel as the National Tourism Awards gala evening was...
Big Pit scoops top Tourism award28th Oct 2010
Big Pit: National Coal Museum has beaten off stiff competition to win the prestigious ‘Sense of Place’ award in the National Tourism...
Sleeperz Hotel receives RIBA Award 201027th Oct 2010
The Sleeperz Hotel , Cardiff will be presented with its prestigious RIBA award on Monday 15 November, 11.45am.
Guests will attend the...
Report highlights booming tourist trade in Cardiff27th Oct 2010
More than 10 million tourists visited Cardiff in the first six months of this year – up three million on last year. The Cardiff council...
St David's ring in new season with Fashion Weekender27th Oct 2010
St David’s is playing host to an Autumn/Winter Fashion Weekender on 30th – 31st October to welcome in the new fashion trends of the...
A Magic start for Engage Super League XVI26th Oct 2010
The Engage Super League XVI season looks set to open with a real bang in Cardiff with the 2011 Millennium Magic weekend (February 12th & 13th)...
Millennium Stadium host Take That's Biggest Tour26th Oct 2010
The Millennium Stadium is proud to announce that Cardiff’s iconic venue will play host to Take That’s Progress Live 2011 on Tuesday...
Hilton Cardiff Scoops Team of the Year Award 26th Oct 2010
The Hilton Cardiff has scooped the prestigious title of Team of the Year at this year’s National Tourism Awards for Wales.
The hotel team...
Five brands sign up to St David's on first anniversary25th Oct 2010
Five new top brands have joined the impressive line-up of stores at St David’s as the shopping centre celebrates its first anniversary.
...
Doctor who stars light up Cardiff the Christmas City25th Oct 2010
Doctor Who stars Matt Smith, Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill take a journey through time to land in Cardiff’s Civic Centre on November 10...
St David's - One Year On22nd Oct 2010
St David’s celebrates its first anniversary today as it announces it has exceeded target footfall and sales targets.
Shoppers at the Cardiff...
Russell Howard. Right Here, Right Now!18th Oct 2010
Russell Howard is coming to Cardiff International Arena on 3rd February 2011!
Russell Howard, star of Mock The Week and his own hit show...
Making its move on Cardiff15th Oct 2010
Making its move on Cardiff in the first national tour in over 10 years will be a brand new spectacular staging of classic musical Chess. Directed by...
Music Wales at Womex 201014th Oct 2010
For the first time ever musicians from Wales will have the opportunity to perform at WOMEX - the world’s biggest world music trade event...
Lee Evans 'Road Runner' tour 201112th Oct 2010
Lee Evans will be coming to Cardiff International Arena from 16th - 20th November 2011 completing a 50 date arena tour...
Iris Prize Winners 201012th Oct 2010
This year's Iris Prize Festival took place in Cardiff, from 6th – 9th October and the winners have been drawn.
The winners included...
Get your spooky gladrags on this Halloween at Mermaid Quay!8th Oct 2010
Eager ghouls and ghoulettes are invited to enter Mermaid Quay's exciting kids fancy dress competition taking place on Sunday 31 October as...
Blues tackle Edinburgh in Heineken opener7th Oct 2010
The Blues start their Heineken Cup campaign against Edinburgh this Saturday, 9 October, 5.45pm kick off, in what promises to be an entertaining match...
Thousands make student lock-in a roaring success7th Oct 2010
Thousands of students poured into St David’s Cardiff to make its first student lock-in an unprecedented success. Students lined the...
Spooks and Time Travel - new walking tours a hit in Cardiff1st Oct 2010
Have you ever wanted to walk back in time or search out spooky goings on? New guided walks recently launched in Cardiff will be just the thing for...
September 2010
St David’s Marks its First Year With a Shopping Treat!30th Sep 2010
It will be party time for shoppers in Cardiff next month as St David’s Dewi Sant celebrates its first birthday.
Stores in the...
Wales Millennium Centre is Open to All This Weekend28th Sep 2010
The nine cultural arts organisations that call Wales Millennium Centre their home are promising a fun-filled and free weekend as they join together...
St David's To Host Exclusive Student Lock-In Event 28th Sep 2010
St David's is set to host a free after-hours student lock-in event with exclusive discounts to welcome the city’s students to Cardiff....
First UK Headline Arena Tour Announced 28th Sep 2010
‘Science & Faith’ The New Number 1 Album Out Now
Featuring the single ‘For The First Time’
CARDIFF INTERNATIONAL...
Seven new galleries make an impression at National Museum 27th Sep 2010
One of the finest collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art collections in the world back on show at National Museum Cardiff
Seven...
Pink Portraits to be unveiled during the Iris Prize Festival in Cardiff27th Sep 2010
New portraits of Sir Ian McKellen, Stephen Fry, Mark Gatiss and others on show
St David’s, Cardiff to be home of Pink Portraits for...
Katerina Karnéus joins BBC National Orchestra of Wales for a performance of Mahler’s Third Symphony in Cardiff23rd Sep 2010
Since winning BBC Cardiff Singer of the World in 1995, Stockholm born Katarina Karnéus has shot to prominence and now appears at the...
Tasty Addition To Vale Resort's Host Of Activity Breaks22nd Sep 2010
Coginio Cookery is bringing Welsh cookery breaks to The Vale Resort in Hensol, near Cardiff, to further establish Wales’ reputation as a foodie...
Little Horrors Holiday Free This Half Term At The Uk's Top Family Friendly Hotel22nd Sep 2010
Parents can forget about struggling to keep children entertained this half term with the fabulous Halloween family break at the Vale Resort near...
Cardiff Miller & Carter's Steak Voted ‘The World's Best’14th Sep 2010
Steak lovers in Cardiff can now enjoy ‘The World’s Best’ steaks at a restaurant in Cardiff Bay, after they were rated number one in...
The History of Caerphilly Castle Lights Up8th Sep 2010
An amazing technicolour journey through centuries of love, hatred, bitter conflict, woeful destruction and ultimate restoration will be played out as...
Heads You Win: Ffresh Restaurant Offers Free Food at the Flip of a Coin7th Sep 2010
Wales Millennium Centre's restaurant and lounge bar, ffresh, is giving customers the chance to eat free of charge if they win a new coin-toss...
Wales’ First Night-time Marathon to start at St David’s7th Sep 2010
Wales’ first night time marathon is set to take place this month from outside St David’s in Cardiff.
SHINE Cardiff 2010 is a 26...
New name completes Eastside lineup at St David's6th Sep 2010
The final name to sign up within the Eastside restaurant quarter of St David’s has been announced.
Family-owned healthy food service...
Mimosa makes Good Food Guide for 2nd year3rd Sep 2010
Mimosa Kitchen & Bar have announced their entry in 2011 edition of The Good Food Guide. The guide currently reports on over 1,200 top...
Wales Millennium Centre welcomes Cardiff Bay Visitor Centre!2nd Sep 2010
The Cardiff Bay Visitor Centre is moving to a new home at the Wales Millennium Centre, to make way for the next phase in the Bay’s development....
Walk Through Cardiff’s Hidden Past2nd Sep 2010
There’s a chance to uncover some of Cardiff’s hidden secrets later this month on two free guided walks to mark Open Doors 2010.
...
Jam packed events calendar for September1st Sep 2010
Cardiff keeps up the pace in September, with International cricket , and the Ryder Cup Welcome to Wales concert the sporting highlights of the...
August 2010
BBC National Orchestra of Wales new season31st Aug 2010
BBC National Orchestra of Wales’ new season of Cardiff concerts will begin on Friday 17 September at 7p.m. at St David’s Hall , where...
Actors, directors and journalists and award winning author to decide Iris Prize winner 201024th Aug 2010
The International Jury for the Iris Prize has been announced by Iris Prize Patron Andrew Pierce. The Iris Prize, the world’s largest gay and...
Golden chance to see Mamma Mia in Cardiff24th Aug 2010
Cardiff & Co has joined forces with the Park Plaza Hotel to offer a chance for visitors to get their hands on top tickets for the smash hit...
More Food Festival fun at St Fagans 24th Aug 2010
Visitors to St Fagans: National History Museum will be in foodie heaven on 11 and 12 September 2010 as the Cardiff museum hosts a new FREE food...
Calvin Klein underwear and Pulp opens first retail stores in Wales23rd Aug 2010
Calvin Klein Underwear will join a strong line up of fashion brands when it opens its first retail store in Wales, at St David’s, Cardiff...
St David’s Hosts First Food and Drink Festival20th Aug 2010
St David's is set to host its first ever food and drink event in Cardiff to showcase the food offering within the centre.
Chefs from the...
Daleks top greatest monster in galaxy poll19th Aug 2010
Cardiff’s popular Doctor Who Up-Close Exhibition is gearing up for a boost in visitors as three Doctor Who characters go head to head in a...
The first UK Ruby Tuesday has successfully launched in St David’s17th Aug 2010
St David's, Cardiff was chosen as the first UK location for the American steakhouse which has 900 restaurants in 18 countries. It is the third...
Millennium Magic set for return to capital16th Aug 2010
Rugby League’s showpiece event, Millennium Magic is set to return to Cardiff in 2011, providing a significant boost for the city’s hotel...
TripAdvisor Top 10 for St Fagans: National History Museum Cardiff16th Aug 2010
St Fagans: National History Museum has been revealed as one of the UK’s top ten free attractions as voted by users of TripAdvisor, the...
Boulders Rocking Birthday Bash, Sponsored by Mammut12th Aug 2010
Boulders Indoor Climbing Centre invites you to celebrate a series of events for their Rocking 2nd Birthday Bash starting on September 25th at the...
Doctors most recent foes head to Exhibition9th Aug 2010
New props are now on display at the Doctor Who Exhibition Cardiff from Doctor Who Series 5, starring Matt Smith as the Doctor. The exhibition...
St David’s Hosts Garden Party for Little Shoppers6th Aug 2010
Little shoppers are being invited for an exclusive week of family entertainment at St David's in Cardiff.
The Little Shopper Garden...
Roll up, roll up as Illuminata lights up nights out this Autumn 3rd Aug 2010
Tickets for Illuminata 2010, which promises to be the biggest series of digital light and sound shows Wales has ever seen, will go on sale on www...
July 2010
Shannon Briggs to fight Vitali Klitchtko29th Jul 2010
The peaceful grounds of Cardiff Castle was the setting for an announcement today that reigning WBC heavyweight champion, Vitali Klitchtko will...
New chapter for Spillers Records29th Jul 2010
Today marks a new chapter in the story of Spillers Records, the world’s oldest record shop as it opens its door in Cardiff’s Morgan...
Adrenalin Junkies enjoy the perfect playground at Vale Resort29th Jul 2010
The Vale Resort in Hensol, near Cardiff, is the perfect base for action-packed activities, whether you’re looking for corporate...
Boxing greats arrive in Cardiff28th Jul 2010
Some of the biggest names in boxing have started to arrive in Cardiff for the WBC Night of Champions Boxing Festival which takes place in the city...
Admiral Cardiff Big Weekend coming up26th Jul 2010
The Admiral Cardiff Big Weekend (July 30-Aug1) returns to the magnificent setting of City Hall lawn, with three days of the finest free live music...
Take the kids out for a fiver this summer23rd Jul 2010
With predictions earlier this year of a ‘barbecue summer’, there couldn’t be a better time to hop on a Cardiff Bus and treat the...
Speed Dating and House of Lords at Great British Cheese Festival23rd Jul 2010
The programme of masterclasses and demonstrations has just been announced for the Great British Cheese Festival at Cardiff Castle September 25/26,...
'Hands-On'Experience for blind and visually impaired23rd Jul 2010
In August, for the first time, Wales Millennium Centre will be introducing special tours of the building for blind and visually impaired people...
Hilton Cardiff Announces £750,000 refurbishment21st Jul 2010
The five star Hilton Cardiff is to undergo a £750,000 refurbishment programme to position the hotel as Cardiff’s premier meeting venue...
Team GB V rest of the world (30 July) International Boxing Festival20th Jul 2010
British boxing fans have the chance to see an international boxing contest of quality that is rarely seen outside the latter stages of the...
Emirates Opens Up Route Network To Welsh Travellers19th Jul 2010
South Wales travellers now have the opportunity to connect with award-winning Emirates Airline from Wales’ national airport via a number of the...
Fresh USC Design to be unveiled at new St David's Store19th Jul 2010
One of the UK's leading branded fashion retailers, USC is set to open a brand new store at St.David's , Cardiff in October.
With a striking...
WBC Night of Champions (29th - 31st July) First tranche of confirmed attendees announced18th Jul 2010
The WBC (World Boxing Council) Night of Champions is a 3-day international boxing festival being held in Cardiff, at the Cardiff International...
Stephen Fry – Twitterific Cardiff14th Jul 2010
A writer, presenter and actor, an international rugby star and the former head of MI5 are amongst those to be honoured by Cardiff University at...
New links for Cardiff with Pont-y-Werin13th Jul 2010
The official opening of the Pont-y-Werin (the new bridge over the Ely River) by Ieuan Wyn-Jones AM, is due to take place on Wednesday July 14th....
Record Crowds in Cardiff for 10th Speedway GP12th Jul 2010
The Speedway Grand Prix celebrated a record crowd to mark its 10th anniversary at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.
The streets of the capital...
Katherine marks Time in Cardiff12th Jul 2010
Watch out for sightings of opera singer Katherine Jenkins with Doctor Who in Cardiff and South Wales over the next few weeks as the BBC film this...
Future Inns Celebrates five years in Cardiff Bay9th Jul 2010
Future Inns has celebrated its fifth year of opening in Cardiff Bay by supporting the Cardiff International Food and Drink Festival , which starts...
Dragon's Kitchen, Prezzo and Costa join St David's8th Jul 2010
Three new names are joining the food and drink offering at St David’s in Cardiff.
Independent Welsh restaurant Dragon’s Kitchen and...
Speedway back at Millennium Stadium7th Jul 2010
The roar and the thrill of Speedway is back at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium this month.
The stars of this spectacular sport will be...
Topping Out Ceremony at Royal Welsh College6th Jul 2010
On Thursday July 1st a Topping Out ceremony took place at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama to mark the completion of the concrete shell of...
New lease of life for Castle Arcade5th Jul 2010
The good times look set to return for one the city’s favourite arcades, Castle Arcade, as new shops move in and existing businesses expand....
Wales Millennium Centre guarantees to make you Blysh this summer 1st Jul 2010
Wales Millennium Centre will put some colour back in your cheeks this summer with the return of its weird and wonderful Blysh Festival.
Now in its...
June 2010
Pedal Power launch drop-off scheme with The Big Sleep Hotel29th Jun 2010
Pedal Power , a well established charity, is getting more people on bikes! Biking in and around Cardiff is an excellent way to explore the city and...
Cardiff online drama set to feed imagination28th Jun 2010
Cardiff’s First Internet Drama Series, Pizzaman launches on 1st July, from filmmakers Teilo Trimble and James Robson.
The Drama...
Friday Farmers’ Market Launches at Wales Millennium Centre25th Jun 2010
On Friday July 2 the first ffresh Friday Market opens for business outside two of Cardiff Bay’s landmark buildings, the Wales...
Boxing Greats head for Cardiff21st Jun 2010
Some of the biggest names in boxing, both past and present, will be coming to Cardiff as part of the WBC’s Night of Champions. The three-day...
Land of Song to remain Vuvuzela-free 18th Jun 2010
Cardiff today became the first city in the UK and possibly the world to announce that its three main sporting stadia have placed a blanket ban on...
Monsoon to open larger store at St David's18th Jun 2010
Fashion store Monsoon is set to join the line up of leading fashion brands at St David’s in the heart of Cardiff along with shoe stores Foot...
City Marks Centenary of Captain Scott’s Expedition to South Pole17th Jun 2010
The centenary of Captain Scott’s expedition to the Antarctic which departed from Cardiff on 15 June 1910 was fittingly commemorated with a...
St David's named International Shopping Centre of the year 17th Jun 2010
St David's in Cardiff has received global recognition after winning the International Shopping Centre of the Year Award.
The Global Retail...
Walk the walk at the Vale Resort this October11th Jun 2010
From Sunday, October 17 to Tuesday, October 19, enjoy walking your way to improved fitness at The Vale Resort, Hensol, under the expert guidance of...
Luke joins St David's as All Saints doubles in size10th Jun 2010
Just months after opening its first store in Wales at St David’s , Cardiff, top fashion retailer All Saints is set to double in size. The...
Event-ful marketing campaign to attract tourists to Wales10th Jun 2010
With heritage events proving an increasingly big draw with visitors, Cadw, the Welsh Assembly Government’s historic environment service, has...
Rolf Harris comes to Blue Dot Fine Art at St David’s, Cardiff9th Jun 2010
Rolf Harris is set to make a personal appearance at the new Blue Dot Fine Art gallery at St David’s in Cardiff. The new Blue Dot gallery...
Take part in the Unity Festival at Wales Millennium Centre4th Jun 2010
A play by Hijinx Theatre, Into my Own and a debut visit to Wales by Australian theatre company Back to Back Theatre are just a couple of the...
May 2010
Hilton Cardiff ranked first for food26th May 2010
Hilton Cardiff has been ranked as the number one hotel for food and beverage out of more than 80 Hilton Worldwide hotels across the country for...
Vale Resort becomes highest 4* Rated Hotel in Wales26th May 2010
The Vale Resort at Hensol has further established its reputation as a UK leader within the hospitality industry after receiving maximum points in...
'World village market' comes to Cardiff20th May 2010
A unique street event showcasing goods from all over the world
Cardiff will take on an international feel when the ‘World...
Big Screen in the bay for Bluebirds big day20th May 2010
Football fans backing Cardiff City to win the Championship play off-final will be able to catch all the live action on a giant screen in Cardiff Bay....
Millennium Stadium to host 2011 Heineken Cup Final18th May 2010
ERC, the Heineken Cup organisers, are delighted to announce that the Millennium Stadium , Cardiff, will host the 16th Heineken Cup final on the...
BBC National Orchestra of Wales announce new Cardiff Concert Season17th May 2010
Myth and Legend – Stories and Fables
BBC National Orchestra of Wales new season of Cardiff Concerts from September to June has been...
Film, Television & Interactive Media Awards 201017th May 2010
For the third consecutive year, the BAFTA Cymru Awards Ceremony will take place in the Donald Gordon Theatre at the Wales Millennium Centre on Sunday...
Republic upsizes at St David's 12th May 2010
Republic, the UK’s leading men’s and women’s multi-brand fashion retailer, has announced that it is to open a brand new store at St...
Bluebirds on the verge of promotion 12th May 2010
Cardiff City Football Club, in their first season at their new stadium are just a few steps away from realizing their dream of achieving Premier...
Fair Trade Fashion Show brings whole world to Wales11th May 2010
Fair Do's , Cardiff’s first fair trade shop, will be holding its annual fashion at Calvary Baptist Church, Cowbridge Road East, Canton,...
New Lease of life for The Royal Hotel7th May 2010
As one of the latest additions to the Bespoke Hotels portfolio, The Royal Hotel is set for a major makeover.
Refurbishment of the hotel is...
Push4 Line up stars in Wales this summer7th May 2010
P4 Music, Wales’ largest independent music promoter and part of the Push4 Group is bringing the hottest talent to Wales this summer, with a...
Silver Spirit arrives in Cardiff6th May 2010
The growing reputation of Cardiff as a cruise destination received a boost yesterday following the inaugural UK call of Silverseas Cruises’...
Calendar Girls comes to Wales Millennium Centre4th May 2010
Calendar Girls has become one of the fastest selling shows ever and has triumphed in the West End. And now it’s coming back to Wales this...
Join in for June at Cardiff Bay4th May 2010
Visitors to Cardiff Bay will be spoilt for choice this summer as it plays host to four events inviting you to ‘Join in for June’. From...
April 2010
Plenty on in Cardiff this Bank Holiday30th Apr 2010
Whilst the weather have taken a turn for the worse, Cardiff remains upbeat with a great line-up of Bank Holiday events throughout...
Make a date with history this Bank Holiday at Castell Coch27th Apr 2010
One of Cadw’s most recognisable historic monuments will be opening its doors this May Day Bank Holiday with special events to appeal to...
First-ever World Premiere in Wales for a Welsh film23rd Apr 2010
‘RISEN’
The Story of Howard Winstone
Cardiff, 29 July 2010
Opening Event of the WBC Night of Champions
International Boxing...
BBC National Orchestra of Wales to perform Doctor Who concerts 23rd Apr 2010
Details of this year’s BBC Proms – the world’s largest classical music festival - were revealed today, and included details of...
Boxing legends confirm they are coming to Cardiff22nd Apr 2010
Organisers have announced an impressive list of boxing legends who have committed to attend the WBC Night of Champions in Cardiff between 28 and 31...
Last chance to vote Only Men Aloud21st Apr 2010
The nation’s favourite choir and official Cardiff Ambassadors, Only Men Aloud, are seeking your support before voting...
Le Chocolatier to open in Eastside at St David’s21st Apr 2010
An independent gourmet chocolate café has become the latest name to sign up within the Eastside restaurant quarter of St David’s .
St...
Boxing legends to descend on Cardiff14th Apr 2010
Cardiff, 29-31 July 2010
Greatest Gathering of Champions in History
Cardiff is to host this year’s WBC (World Boxing Council)...
Countdown to RHS Show Cardiff13th Apr 2010
The RHS Show Cardiff , the first Royal Horticultural Society show of the season returns to the parklands of Cardiff Castle this weekend, (April...
Six of the best shortlisted for world class design12th Apr 2010
Six buildings in Cardiff have been shortlisted by the Royal Institute of British Architecture (RIBA) – in recognition of excellence in...
Enjoy Art After Hours8th Apr 2010
New Artes Mundi late night openings at National Museum Cardiff.
Artes Mundi 4 - the international contemporary art exhibition and Prize which...
St David’s Hosts Cardiff’s first Fashion Week6th Apr 2010
St David’s , Wales’ biggest fashion destination, will be marking its six month anniversary by hosting Cardiff’s very first...
Shen Yun Performing Arts make Welsh debut at Wales Millennium Centre 1st Apr 2010
Having captivated millions worldwide, New York based Shen Yun Performing Arts make their Welsh debut at the Wales Millennium Centre with a brand new...
March 2010
La dolce vita comes to Cardiff31st Mar 2010
Visitors to the bustling restaurant quarter on Mill Lane within St David’s, can now sample genuine Italian food, with the arrival of...
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff makes the grade with design programme31st Mar 2010
A stylish hotel in the heart of the Welsh capital is gearing up for its appearance on an upcoming television programme, which celebrates the best...
Cardiff International White Water opens with a Splash!30th Mar 2010
The brand new Cardiff International White Water (CIWW) was officially opened on Friday 26th March by Winter Olympics gold medallist Amy Williams, as...
New Doctor Who hails Cardiff at world premiere19th Mar 2010
Cardiff – the media capital – last night saw the world premiere of the new series of Doctor Who . The BBC Wales produced drama will...
New Home for Tourist Information Centre18th Mar 2010
One of the busiest Tourist Information Centres in Wales has reopened following a major refurbishment.
The team from Cardiff’s gateway...
Local hotel celebrates end of major refresh16th Mar 2010
As part of a $1billion global programme of refurbishments, the Holiday Inn Cardiff City has undergone some major changes to improve guests’...
Gorillas Go Ape in Cardiff!11th Mar 2010
Freerunners Go Ape in Cardiff city centre!
A tribe of Parkour freerunners will be going ape this Saturday, March 13, in Cardiff city centre. ...
McCartney set for return to Capital6th Mar 2010
After appearing in Cardiff’s Capitol Cinema with the Beatles almost 45 years ago, Sir Paul McCartney is heading back to the capital to play in...
February 2010
Safer City thanks to pioneering research at Cardiff University25th Feb 2010
Pioneering research undertaken by Cardiff University’s Violence and Society Research Group has been recognised with a Queen’s Anniversary...
Mamma Mia! Comes to WMC this Christmas23rd Feb 2010
The internationally-acclaimed musical MAMMA MIA! will come to Wales Millennium Centre this Christmas for the first time from 16 November 2010 until...
New Exhibition Celebrates the Welsh Soldier22nd Feb 2010
This week, a new exhibition opens at Cardiff Castle to celebrate the last 300 years of the Welsh Soldier.
Firing Line: Cardiff Castle Museum of...
Vale Resort named named UK’s best Large Family Hotel8th Feb 2010
The Vale Resort, Hensol near Cardiff has been named as the UK’s Best Large Family-Friendly Hotel in the prestigious Hotel Excellence awards...
City hostel ranked with the best in the world5th Feb 2010
The Riverhouse Backpackers in Cardiff has been ranked as one of the top 10 hostels in the world at the annual ‘Hoscars’ awards, organised...
January 2010
Artes Mundi – The UK’s Biggest Contemporary Arts Prize14th Jan 2010
March 11 – June 6. National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales
During your visit to the Welsh Capital don’t miss a trip to the...
December 2009
Further praise for Cardiff from Lonely Planet23rd Dec 2009
As we prepare to wave goodbye to 2009, Lonely Planet is set to usher in the New Year with a special Mini Guide, glowing with praise for Cardiff...
Pob hwyl a diolch as Lord Wogan of Splott bids a fond farewell14th Dec 2009
Sir Terry Wogan, self-proclaimed Lord of Splott is to step down from his early morning show, ‘Wake up to Wogan’ after joining BBC...
November 2009
City rises to 6th in Retail Centre Rankings24th Nov 2009
Cardiff has moved up from 10th to 6th position in the UK’s Retail Centre Rankings in the latest report published by the Experian. ...
Britain’s Best Coffee shop – on our doorstep!19th Nov 2009
Waterloo Gardens Teahouse have won the title of best National coffee shop, in the 2009 Bev-E awards. Run by the Beverage Service Association they are...
October 2009
Wally's Christmas Outlet in St David's19th Oct 2009
Wally’s Delicatessen is set to open a Christmas outlet in the new St David’s. The delicatessen is taking a unit in a prime location...
Beating poverty with style9th Oct 2009
An Oxfam Boutique has opened for trade in Cardiff after a launch event with talented Welsh designer Elliott Frieze at the store on St Mary St in the...
September 2009
Capital Smart Bikes a first23rd Sep 2009
Cardiff Council has launched a new scheme which will allow people in Cardiff to hire out bikes to get around the city
The Cardiff Smart Bike...
August 2009
Cardiff to be in highest echelons of shopping premier league4th Aug 2009
Members of the Cardiff Tourism Network – Cardiff & Co’s network for the city-region’s tourism industry - have been given a...
Tavel in time for Amazing August in Cardiff1st Aug 2009
Dozens of attractions across Cardiff have come together to offer visitors a great experience at affordable prices. News of Cardiff’s...
July 2009
We are coming as Torchwood Team land in Cardiff20th Jul 2009
The new Torchwood DVD, ‘Children of Earth’ was launched in Cardiff on Friday with a touch of drama as Captain Jack and his team...
Cricket fever reaches new heights in Welsh capital9th Jul 2009
Staff at Cardiff’s tallest building couldn’t believe their eyes when they witnessed what appeared to be a cricket match taking place on...
