“A cup of tea is a cup of life” goes the ancient saying, and who are we to disagree? Tea has been so ingrained into every part of our society that most people (me included) would be pretty lost without it. Crisis or shindig; commiseration or relaxation, or simply because we could murder one; we…

The room was deathly quiet. Tension clung to the hot, sticky air that swirled under chairs and over the audience; taking the breath from their throats as they stared at the black curtain on the stage. A crash, a smash and a scuffle came from behind it and eyes widened almost to breaking point in…

Today on the blog, just for a bit of fun, we’re looking at some of the greatest lies told in history and their far reaching consequences………. Robert Louis Stevenson once said that “the cruellest lies are often told in silence”, but there are some lies that have become so famous that the figures who told them…

Hands up who among our lovely blog readers is a snacking demon?? Ok, you got us – hands straight up there!! There is no better thought than a mid-morning cup of tea (or panad as we would say here in Wales) with a delicious dunked cookie. And sometimes, the only thing that gets us through the…

The National Coastwatch Institution run look-out stations dotted all along the Welsh coastline, and their volunteer work is essential in helping to keep sea and coast users safe. Join us as we find out more. For the thousands of people who enjoy the beautiful waters of the Welsh coast every year – whether sailing, swimming,…

So, Spring is just around the corner…. we promise! And if the appearance of sunshine prompts thoughts of idyllic summer camping holidays then you wouldn’t be alone. Camping is one of the fastest growing holiday types in the UK, with more and more families choosing to stay in Britain and dust off the old camping gear.…

Here in beautiful Snowdonia we are lucky to live in one of the most stunning regions of the UK, with dramatic landscapes and glorious coastlines. Sadly though, our beaches and coastlines aren’t always treated with the care and attention that they deserve, and the issues of waste, litter, sewage and rubbish is one that affects beaches…

So, the sun is out and summer is fast approaching, and you’ve realised you need to get fit fast if you’ve got any hope of getting into last year’s shorts (or is that just us, ooops!). But, don’t panic! We don’t think there’s any need for hideous fitness regimes or expensive gym memberships to get…

We all know that the Welsh coast is a wonderful place for a holiday at any time of year, but so apparently, do thousands upon thousands of migratory birds that come here each year to escape the bad weather of home and to wade, wallow, feast and frolic in the lush and fertile mud plains…

Did you know that the original £1 coin was first introduced into British purses more than 34 years ago? The trusty £1 coin has been one of the longest running coins produced by the Royal Mint, but it’s time for a refresh! This week, a brand new £1 coin was launched – and not only…