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Whitchurch and Tongwynlais Festival

Welcome to the first Whitchurch and Tongwynlais Festival. Chairman Jonathan Morgan says the decision to join the two summer festivals reflects the, “closeness of the two villages”. Funds raised from the festival will go to Velindre to support the incredible work they do. There will be lots going on during the festival fortnight so follow … more…

How Safe are the Roads in Tongwynlais?

This week, 17-23 November 2014, is Road Safety Week so we’re asking, “How safe are the roads in Tongwynlais?” Please let us know if you have any concerns about the safety of roads in the village. We’ll pass this feedback on to the Community and County Councillors. Brake is a national road safety charity and … more…

Who are Sustrans?

I was cycling down Iron Bridge Road a few weeks ago and spotted, what looked like, marshals for some sort of event. As I approached I saw they were promoting Sustrans. I stopped to chat and discovered some things I didn’t know. I knew they were involved in developing the Taff Trail and always thought … more…

New School Fundraising Scheme

easyfundraising.org.uk Friends of Tongwynlais have signed up to easyfundraising.org.uk to raise funds for the school. If you shop online you could be raising money for Tongwynlais Primary School. Over 2400 well known retailers including Amazon, M&S, Boden, Waitrose, House of Fraser, Vodafone, Virgin Atlantic and many more, will donate a percentage of what you spend … more…

Tokens for Tongwynlais Primary

Tongwynlais Primary School have been nominated to take part in ASDA Coryton’s “Chosen by you, given by us” scheme. ASDA’s “Green Room” site explains that: “Every two months, 3 Charities will be chosen to be put on our Community Life Board in the store foyer, and every time a customer shops with us, they will … more…