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Fforest Ganol and Cwm Nofydd

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Fforest Ganol and Cwm Nofydd A Local Nature Reserve I pass the information board in Fforest Ganol regularly while enjoying the woodlands. I thought it might be interesting to share the content and see what our local experts have to say. I get the feeling the board is quite old so I wonder if the … more…

Mindful Walking in Fforest Fawr

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I spend a lot of time in and around Fforest Fawr but last month I experienced the forest in a new light. Tommy Carr invited me to join him on one of his guided mindful walks. Mindfulness is the psychological process of bringing one’s attention to experiences occurring in the present moment, which can be … more…

The Tongwynlais 3 Peaks Charity Walk

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Local residents have organised a charity walk to raise funds for the village hall roof repairs. The 12 mile walk is on Saturday 27th Febraury and will take in The Garth, Craig Yr Allt and Caerphilly Mountain. I spoke to organiser, Mike Baynham, about the walk and how to get involved. Mike heard about the … more…

Work Continues on the New Tongwynlais Cycling Hub

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plan2ride is the realisation of a dream for Tongwynlais residents Raoul and Louise Tufnell. The couple are close to the launch of a business that combines their passion for cycling and the outdoors. Raoul and Louise bought the premises three years ago, seeing its potential for an outdoor activity business close to Cardiff but with … more…

New Cycling Hub Set to Open in Tongwynlais

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A new cycling hub is set to open in the village opposite the Ainon Church. Follow @mytongwynlais Co-owner Raoul told me, “We want to open a new hub for cyclists, runners and walkers this winter. The hub will offer related clothing, footwear and accessories; bicycle servicing; top quality coffee and other hot drinks and home … more…

Breeze Bike Rides for Women

Get on your bike and take part in a Breeze ride from Taffs Well to Bute Park and back. Breeze is British Cycling’s biggest ever program to get women riding their bikes for fun, aiming to help thousands more women feel confident and comfortable about going for a bike ride. Breeze has spoken to lots … more…