We’re big fans of Twitter here at Tongwynlais.com. It’s a great tool to connect with people and stumble on interesting things to share. We found out Derek Brockway is walking to Castell Coch. Filming and walking to @Castell_Coch @cadwwales today. New series of Weatherman Walking on @bbcwales early 2016. pic.twitter.com/qazQMghRR3 — Derek Brockway (@DerekTheWeather) May … more…
This is the first in a series of profiles featuring local photographers. There was only one choice for our first entry; she is very local and very talented. Gale has lived in Tongwynlais for 35 years and brought up her three sons in the village. She worked in the Lewis Arms for 16 years while … more…
The Reverend Zoe King has taken over from Anthony Rustell as the priest-in-charge of the parish of Tongwynlais. Zoe was licensed by the Assistant Bishop of Llandaff, David Wilbourne, at St Michael’s Church, Tongwynlais last month. She moves to Tongwynlais from Neath where she has been the Area Dean for the past three years and … more…
Local artist, Alison Fennell, is starting a weekly watercolour class at the Tanyard in Tongwynlais. Alison started painting 20 years ago after visiting an exhibition at the Tanyard. She met Arnold Lowrey and attended his beginner classes for six months. Since then, Alison has been teaching herself and experimenting with the medium. Her work has … more…
It’s been just over a week since the general election and the dust is beginning to settle. Cardiff North had the highest turnout in Wales with 76.1%. The BBC has lots of information about the result. Results Conservative candidate Craig Williams won with a margin of 2,137. You can keep up to date with Craig’s … more…
With only two days before polling day, we’ve pulled together everything you need to know about the campaign in Cardiff North. Candidates We’ve got a summary of the candidates standing in Cardiff North. Click to view each candidate’s Twitter profile. We asked each candidate to tell us in 500 words who they are and why … more…
Great research Jack, Every time I walk down Railway Terrace I try and picture the station and track as it…