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Dyffryn Gardens

Dyffryn Gardens lies on the Dyffryn Estate just a few miles outside Cardiff. Now in the care of the National Trust the gardens are well worth a visit.

Bute Park

Set in the heart of the city Bute Park is over 130 acres of park and woodland with the river Taff running through it. The park for once the grounds of the Castle but was gifted to the City by the 3rd Marques of Bute. It is rare for such a large City to have such a beautiful parkland right in its heart. The park hosts events and concerts throughout the year.

Cardiff International White Water

Cardiff International White Water Centre offers on demand white water and flat water fun that everyone can enjoy. From kayaking to rafting the centre gives a thrilling ride and is great for individuals or groups

Cardiff International Swimming Pool

Olympic sized pool and indoor water park set in Cardiff Bay. A great all weather attraction for all ages.

Cardiff Bay Water Activity Centre

Cardiff Bay Water Activity Centre (CBWAC) has developed a strong reputation for running high-profile events alongside its main role as activity provider. Whether you are a water sports veteran or looking to try something new, CBWAC offers a range of water based options.

Cardiff Bay Jet Boat Rides

A great way to zoom around Cardiff Bay and the Bristol Channel is via a jet boat. These boats can go as fast as 80 knots giving a thrilling experience. The trips vary in time and distance and can include trips out to Flat Holm island. The jet boats operate all year around.

The Millennium Stadium

The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff world class sports venue is right in the centre of Cardiff and has previously hosted Rugby World Cups, International Football, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Speedway and Cricket. The area is the spiritual home for Welsh rugby but does also host large concerts and these have included Madonna, R.E.M, Robby Williams to name but a few.

Techniquest

Located in Cardiff Bay, Techniquest is an independent charity and works to support schools and also tours around Wales. It provides an interactive experience for all ages to bring science, including maths and technology alive via programmes, shows, exhibitions and debates with scientists, which are suitable for all ages and abilities.  It has a science theatre, planetarium and lots more besides.Â...

Doctor Who Experience

A hugely popular interactive experience that takes you into the realm of Doctor Who and the daleks. Based at Porth Teigr in Cardiff Bay this is a must visit for any fan.

Cardiff City Stadium

Cardiff City FC is a Premier Football Club and the Cardiff City Stadium is located on Leckwith Road which is a short bus ride from the centre of town.  It is fabulous facility and is used for exhibitions and also weddings.  Nearby the stadium is a large shopping complex and a large Carvery pub.

Cardiff Bay

A short bus or train ride from Cardiff City Centre to Cardiff Bay, which is one of Europe’s largest Waterfront developments.  The barrage created a huge freshwater lake and easy walking across to Penarth. The Bay houses the Welsh Parliament (Senedd) the Norwegian Church and the Millennium Centre.  Take a tour on a boat and see one of the highest tides in the world. Browse the shops or watch th...

St David’s Hall

Home of the bi-annual Cardiff singer of the world competition it also houses concerts, ballet, opera and many children’s performances.

Showcase Nantgarw

Modern cinema complex with Bowlplex , restaurants and bars.

Sherman Theatre

The Sherman Theatre in Cardiff offers contemporary theatre, with plays and comedy’s. Plus it runs a range of events for children. It is located right next to Cardiff University and near the Museum and main shopping area.

New Theatre

A great traditional Theatre right in the heart of the city centre. Built in 1906 it is now a famous landmark in the city. A firm favourite for a Christmas Pantomime.

Glee Comedy Club Cardiff

The Glee Comedy Club in Cardiff Bay is open every weekend and is in the heart of Cardiff Bay. It hosts national comedians and more local acts as well. It is really popular and offers an interesting alternative for a night out. It also hosts a wide variety of music for even more choice. 

Cardiff Motorpoint Area

Many of the biggest bands and acts in the world have played here. The area also host festivals and conferences throughout the year.

Cardiff Millennium Centre

Since opening in 2004 it has become one of the main focal points of Cardiff Bay and regularly holds many performances from Opera, Pantomime, Dancing on ice to comedy stand ups and Musical performances.

Horse Riding in Cardiff

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Surrounded by 35 acres of parkland close to the City Centre is Cardiff Riding School. All aspects of horse riding and care catered for.

The Vale Resort

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A truly world-class resort , the Vale Resort is situated in over 650 acres of stunning Welsh countryside with 2 championship golf courses, Wales’ largest spa plus unrivalled sporting and leisure facilities. 

Cottrell Park Golf Resort

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The golfing facilities include two championship designed golf courses, the Mackintosh, (6,568 yards off the blue tees) and the Button Gwinnett, (6,229 yards off the white tees), as well as an all weather driving range, two state-of-the-art golf simulators, two putting greens, one chipping green and one on-course practice area. Each Course offers a different challenge to all categories of Golfer, b...

Velothon Wales

This is a closed road sportive that will take on some of the best scenery in South Wales including some classic climbs. The climb up the famous 'Tumble' near Abergavenny follows the same route that was on the Tour of Britain race in 2014. After the Sportive there will also be a Professional UCI sanctioned race along the same route. There will be 2 distances to choose from and there is sure to be a...

The Big Cheese Festival

Set in the grounds of the spectacular Caerphilly Castle the Big Cheese includes displays, competitions, fairground rides, food and drink marquees and much more. The festival usually takes places in July and is a firm favourite with all ages.

Tafwyl

First started in 1998 with the aim of promoting and expanding the use of the Welsh language within the city. Held within Cardiff Castle it has now grown to be a week of events and activities. 

Speedway Grand Prix

Cardiff annually hosts a Speedway Grand Prix as part of the FIM World Championships. Riders and fans from all over the world come to compete in the Millennium stadium. In 2014 the Grand Prix will be on 12th July.  

Cardiff Winter Wonderland

Held each year in Cardiff the Winter wonderland is a great event with fairground rides, delicious food and drink and an ice rink. 

Cardiff Triathlon

The first Cardiff Triathlon was in 2015 and it aims to be a major triathlon on the UK circuit. With a swim in Cardiff Bay, followed by a closed roads cycle and run around Cardiff Bay this is a flat course so excellent for a fast time. With a huge increase in popularity of Triathlon this is another great addition and sure to be popular with Triathletes from all around the UK. This is yet another ma...

Cardiff Half Marathon

This is the largest race in Wales with around 20,000 runners and due to its flat and scenic course a firm favourite with serious and fun-runners alike. The route flows through the city taking in many of the parklands, historic features and landmarks. The rise in popularity of this half marathon has been proven by the fact that it has been awarded the World Half marathon Championships in 2016. 

Cardiff Christmas Market

Cardiff City CentreWorking Street, St John's Church Area, The Hayes and Trinity Street Trading Hours- 10am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday- 10am to 5pm Sunday and - 10am to 7pm every Thursday in December Craft*folK's Cardiff Christmas Market is set in the heart of the pedestrian area of Cardiff City Centre in the Hayes, Trinity Street, Working Street and St John's Church.  Head to the Christmas Mark...

Bbc Cardiff Singer Of the World

Held every 2 years since 1983 this competition is for opera and art singers and includes some of the world’s premier singers.  

6 Nations Rugby

There is nothing like Cardiff on an international rugby weekend the atmosphere and fervour in the city is truly unique and definitely worth experiencing. The 6 nations is an annual rugby tournament that includes Wales, France, Scotland, Ireland , Italy and England. Wales play at the Millennium stadium that is right in the heart of the City so its easy to find a watering hole both pre and post matc...

The Taff Trail

The Taff Trail is a multi-purpose route between the Cardiff waterfront at Cardiff Bay in the South and the Market Town of Brecon in the North. 55 miles (88km) in length, it passes close to Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil and through a wide variety of urban and suburban landscapes of those towns and the open moorland of the Brecon Beacons. There are also many "green fingers" where the Taff Trail itse...

Tredegar House

Located with 90 acres of beautiful gardens in Newport, Tredegar House was home to many to wealthy local land owners. Visitors often come to enjoy the gardens but there are also many events and activates thorough the year. 

St Fagans Museum

A short journey outside Cardiff City Centre is St Fagans Natural History Museum. This includes a collection of houses and a variety of buildings such a blacksmith, clog maker and shops. They have been moved from their original location in Wales and rebuilt to display the history over time. It is set into the grounds of St Fagans 16th century castle which was donated to the people of Wales by Earl ...

National Museum Of Wales

The National Museum of Wales is located in Cardiff City Centre and a short walk from the shopping centres.  The Davies sisters were huge collectors of art and bequeathed the most amazing collection to the Museum.  It contains the largest collection of impressionist painting outside Paris- Cezanne, Monet and Renoir. Lots of other styles and interactive exhibitions are on display. Bookshop and cof...

Castell Coch

Castell Coch is the ultimate romantic fairytale castle. This magical castle stands in Tongwynlais three miles north of Cardiff and sitting alongside the a 470 road. Castell Coch [in Welsh it translates as the red castle ] is a relatively modern castle and was built by the wealthy Bute family who made their money form the industrial revolution in South Wales. It is a major tourist attraction and sh...

Cardiff University

Set in the heart of Cardiff this vast University is a Member of the Russell Group and is recognised all over the world for its leading education and research.  With almost 30,000 students it has a huge influence in the city of Cardiff.

Cardiff Castle

Situated in the heart of the capital stands Cardiff castle. The site on which the castle stands has a history spanning 2000 years. Roman soldiers lived here, noble knights held court here and it was the wealth and vision of the Bute family that transformed the castle into a romantic Victorian fantasy. Architect William Burges was responsible for the magnificent rooms rich with murals, stained glas...

Caerphilly Castle

This is the biggest castle in  Wales and truly one of the great medieval castles of Western Europe.  It dominates the town and has outstanding water defences and a tower that out leans the slightly more famous leaning tower of Pisa. 

Penarth Beach

Penarth Beach has a traditional seaside resort feel to it, with a stone and shingle beach overlooked by the esplanade, and not to mention Penarth Pier, beautiful gardens and a pleasant range of cafes this location really does take you back!.

Barry Island Beach

Barry Island is perfect for a fun filled day and has something for every visitor, with activities centred around sandy Whitmore Bay and the on site pleasure park. Between the two are the gardens and promenade, and the area is filled with attractions, amusements, and all manner of gift shops, food outlets and licensed premises (pubs and bars!)

The National Eisteddfod Of Wales – Meifod

The National Eisteddfod of Wales will be held at Meifod from 3-11 August 2018. An eclectic mix of old and new, the traditional and the modern, the Eisteddfod is a celebration of Wales, its culture and its language.