I’m not a fan of horror films. Last weekend, Cadw Wales screened a series of family and horror films at Castell Coch in association with Chapter Arts and Darkened Rooms. Cadw Wales were kind enough to invite me as a guest. Approaching the castle, bathed in an eerie red glow, I was nervous. The lighting … more…
Energize Dance & Fitness have started running “Piloxing” classes in the village hall. Piloxing is a combination of Pilates and boxing moves. Energize’s Jo Beynon describes it as a, “muscle-toning, fat-burning workout that will make you feel physically and mentally empowered!” Classes are from 10:00 – 11:00am on Saturday morning and cost £4. Contact 01443 … more…
Cadw have posted information about several new events taking place at Castell Coch over the next few months. Film Nights 1st and 2nd of February Chapter Arts and Darkened rooms are showing several films in the unique setting of Castell Coch. For youngsters and teens they have Tangled (PG) and Edward Scissorhands (12) at 5:00pm. … more…
Live music is coming to Tongwynlais this Saturday with The Dandos playing in the village hall. The Band The Dandos are a four-piece world/folk band who are influenced by roots music from around the world including folk and blues. Instruments used include guitar, piano, upright bass, sitar, guzheng, ukelele, kalimba, berimbau, balafon, congas, djembe, harmonica, … more…
There are lots of events going on over Christmas in the village. Here is the full list: Winter Fayre Thursday 12th December, 6.30pm to 9.00pm in the village hall Father Christmas, brass band, carols, food and rides Castell Coch Choral Society Wednesday 4th December, 7.00pm at St Michael and All Angels Angel’s Song with Whitchurch … more…
Tongwynlais Temperance Band Celebrate 125 Years Tongwynlais Temperance Band are celebrating their 125th anniversary with a concert on the 16th of November. Starting from humble beginnings in 1888 by a few enthusiasts meeting from the Melingriffith works and originally known as the Brooker’s Band, a musical fever rapidly spread around the village of Tongwynlais which … more…
I've just discovered this website and found the railway article was fascinating. Looking forward to learning more about the history…