5 unmissable things to do in Cardiff this year

The Welsh Capital is a place that is always bouncing, with a hive of activity, both residents and tourists visiting this incredible city looking for something to do, won't be disappointed with Cardiff always delivering. From live music to family experiences, to history and castles and side-splitting comedy, whatever your vibe Cardiff has you covered. But, with so much on offer, it can often be hard to decide what the best option actually is. Don’t worry, that’s where I come in. I've got a list of the five unmissable Cardiff events that you need to attend before the year's end. So scroll down, and check out what’s on offer, Cardiff will undoubtedly surprise you! 1. Rhod Gilbert | Hoof Cancer When : Saturday 9th September - Sunday 10th September 2023 Where : Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff Velindre Fundraising and their Patron Rhod Gilbert are putting on their latest Hoof Cancer Right Where It Hurts gig at Wales Millennium Centre. This will be the third Hoof Cancer gig Ve......

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10 Free Castles to explore in South Wales

Did you know that Wales has more castles per square mile than anywhere in the world? While some have continuously been lived in for hundreds (in some cases thousands) of years, others are no more than a few overgrown ruins, hidden away off the beaten path, all with their own stories and history, waiting to be discovered.  So any trip to Wales should include a castle visit and with more than 600 castles there is no shortage of ones to pick from. However, some can be, very valid reasons, and expensive to visit, these are usually ones that offer more facilities, events and are usually the larger, more intact castles. However, if you are visiting South Wales there are quite a few that are completely free to explore and make for a great family day out.  So I thought I would share 10 of my favourite free Castles and ruins to explore in South Wales. 1. Coity Castle, Bridgend Coity Castle is an impressive ruin that has recently had a major renovation and is well worth a visit. You can......

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Create a Conscious Closet: How to Get Sustainable Shapewear

T he world is changing and the reality is that our actions can and do have an impact. We all know we need to do our bit and thankfully there are more eco-friendly choices when it comes to retail and fashion than before, including outdoor and activewear. We all know that fast fashion has contributed towards some of the pollution we are seeing but the thing is fast fashion is often cheaper and with so many feeling the pinch in the cost of living, it can often be the only choice for many families, but luckily that is changing. It is really good to see that not only are many fashion brands are focusing on being more sustainable in regards to things like the packaging they use and the materials and manufacturing processes they use but consumers are also changing the way they shop, including buying a lot more second hand than before. Things like organic white tees have been on the market for years but now you can get pretty much anything with lower carbon footprint, from winter jackets made ......

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How to stay safe while hiking in the UK

*This post may contain affiliate links.   There are still many remote places in the UK despite it being quite a populated island. especially in places like Snowdonia, the Scottish highlands, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. I personally have hiked many times with the kids that has been out of reach of mobile service or reception and at those times you need to be aware of how to stay safe on the trail especially if you are hiking with younger members of the family.  So I thought I would share some key tips and things I do to prepare for a hike especially if I know it's going to be fairly remote.  1. Plan ahead It goes without saying that you need to have a rough idea of what the trail will look like before setting out, are there any steep inclines, and what equipment is best suited, also take into account the weather, its better to hold off for a dry day than heading out in torrential rain or heavy wind.  2. Always tell someone where you are going Regar......

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