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Larch Disease in Fforest Fawr Discussed by Assembly Members

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The tree felling work in Fforest Fawr was discussed by Assembly Members at today’s Plenary. UKIP Regional Assembly Member for South Wales Central, Gareth Bennett AM, asked the Environment Minister, Hannah Blythyn AM, what discussions have taken place with Natural Resources Wales about the tree felling programme. You can watch the discussion below or read … more…

Christmas Events in Tongwynlais

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IT’S CHRISTMAS!! Welcome to our annual guide to all the Christmas events in Tongwynlais. Well, all the ones we’re told about and the ones we spot in the Post Office window… Follow @mytongwynlais St Michael’s Advent Fayre November 18th – 11:00am to 2:00pm Village Hall Winter Fayre November 23rd – 6:00pm Merthyr Road and Village … more…

Photos and Videos from Folli Fest 2017

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70 acts performed over 5 stages in the amazing surroundings of Castell Coch on Friday night. Billed as a “Youth takeover of Cardiff’s fairytale castle”, Folli Fest was the first event of its kind to take place in the castle. I went along to experience this unique evening and was blown away by the talent … more…

Castell Coch by Bethan Scorey

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I recently came across a fantastic image of Castell Coch by Bethan Scorey. The artist tells me, in her own words, about the piece. The image is a mixed media print; I started with a reduction lino print, then illustrated, then edited it digitally. I tend to work in layers, since I think it adds … more…

Folli Fest – A Youth Takeover of Castell Coch

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Folli Fest is a youth takeover of Castell Coch, featuring a line up of music, theatre, poetry, circus and installation art. Folli is a youth takeover of Castle Coch on November 10th. Keep your eyes peeled for the latest line up, and ticket info, in the next week ? pic.twitter.com/6ptS9J4dN2 — F O L L … more…