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Cardiff and South East Wales - Tourist Attractions, Amusements,
Theme Parks, Walks, Viewpoints, Zoos, etc
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This page covers
general Tourist Attractions, including Amusement Parks,
Boat Trips,
Theme Parks, Specialist Shops, factory shops and outlet
villages, Guided Walks, Country Parks,
Viewpoints, Zoos and wildlife parks, etc.
We know that not all the
attractions in Cardiff and South East Wales are listed.
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Cardiff Summer Festival
July to August
Europe's biggest free festival is also one of
the best. There are dozens of spectacular events
for all the family, attracting 500,000 visitors
to the city. The Cardiff Festival is held
annually during the last two weeks of July and
the first week of August. It is made up of the
Welsh Proms, the Celtic Food and Drink Festival
and numerous arts, music, theatre and comedy
events at various venues throughout the city -
and on the streets! The highlights for many is
the Big Weekend, which has been described as
'the biggest all-city bash this side of
Edinburgh'. This first weekend in August is when
Cardiff turns into a mixture of fairground,
theatre and concert hall and the whole city
comes out to party. Its grand finale is a free
music festival on the lawns in the Civic Centre.
In previous years you could have enjoyed
Stereophonics and the Spice Girls - absolutely
free. And if that doesn't appeal, you could
always go for Wales's biggest funfair, which
fills the boulevards of the elegant Civic
Centre.
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BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK
AUTHORITY
Plas y Ffynnon, Cambrian Way, Brecon, Powys,
LD3 7HP
Tel: 01874 624437
Fax: 01874 622574
E-mail:
information@breconbeacons.org
Web:
www.breconbeacons.org
There is something for
everyone here at the Brecon Beacons National
Park - whether you are a fitness fanatic or just
up for a gentle stroll, someone wanting the
thrills of mountain challenges or just the
rewards of getting out into the fresh air.
You can quietly explore the
area on foot, bike or horse, ascend the highest
peaks or throw yourself into mountain biking,
caving or gliding that is as challenging as any
in the country. Sailing, climbing and canoeing
are catered for, whilst fans of golf or fishing
can find plenty with which to occupy themselves.
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Calennig New Year
Celebrations
December to January
Cardiff’s New Year celebration has been
christened ‘Calennig’, meaning New Year’s Gift.
The ‘Calennig’ is a decorated piece of fruit
taken by children from door to door wishing good
heath & prosperity for the coming year.
Traditional Calennig verses were sung and a
small gift would be given in return, often a new
penny.
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FLAT HOLM ISLAND
Tel: 02920 353917
E-mail:
flatholmproject@cardiff.gov.uk
Web:
www.cardiff.gov.uk
MEMBERS of the public
can visit the island of Flat Holm in the Bristol
Channel, from March to October. The project is
operated by Cardiff County Council to conserve
the island's wildlife and history. Flat Holm has
been a sanctuary for monks since the Dark Ages,
and has since been a refuge for Vikings and
Anglo-Saxons, a home for pirates, smugglers and
lead miners, and a hospital for cholera victims.
It was fortified in
Victorian times and also during the Second World
War, and holds a special place in history for
transmitting the first radio message sent across
water, by Marconi in 1897. Now it is a Local
Nature Reserve with an abundance of flora and
fauna, which makes a guided tour a wonderful
three hour experience. Art, Yoga and Photography
workshops available throughout the summer and
adult and family conservation weekend held
during summer. The Flat Holm Project has its own
boat "The Lewis Alexander" which takes about 30
minutes to cross from Cardiff Bay.
For further information about The Flat Holm
Project Cardiff see our website.
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The Welsh Proms
July
The Welsh Proms at St David's Hall always
promises to be hitting the right note
culminating in the thrilling Last Night of the
Proms. A dozen or so fantastic concerts for all
tastes - including many evening orchestral
proms, plus lunchtime proms, Gamelan, late night
jazz and of course the hugely popular Family
Prom. Welsh Proms is a summer celebration of the
magic of music - a great experience for all
music lovers and a fabulous introduction to the
world of classical music. Go for it!
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Techniquest
Stuart Street, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10
5BW
Tel: 029 2047 5475 Fax:
029 20 482 517
Web:
www.techniquest.org
Techniquest is the UK's leading Science
Discovery Centre. There are 160 exciting
hands-on exhibits: puzzles, challenges and
scientific marvels, to enthuse and amuse the
whole family! Then there's a Planetarium, a Lab,
a Discovery Room, and a hi-tech Science Theatre.
Techniquest is a great family outing, and also
an excellent educational visit. Schools attend
our special programmes during term time. During
holidays and weekends you meet people of all
ages - all finding out that science can be fun!
Techniquest's goal is to develop people's
understanding and appreciation of science. It is
aimed at both educational groups and leisure
visitors, and operates a vigorous outreach
programme in addition to the facilities of the
building in Cardiff Bay. Techniquest develops,
designs and fabricates almost all of its own
exhibits. All graphics and publications are also
designed in-house. The exhibit-building team
includes the following disciplines:
cabinet-making, computer programming, electronic
engineering, pattern-making, plastics forming,
precision engineering, paint shop, pneumatics,
etc
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Barry Island Pleasure Park
Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 5TR
Tel: 01446 732844
E-mail:
simon_pleasurepark@hotmail.com
Web:
www.barryislandpleasurepark.com
Barry Island is situated in the Vale of
Glamorgan about 10 miles south of the capital
city Cardiff, South Wales, UK. The 2003 season
will as usual see lots of exciting change at the
park, with new rides and the ongoing
refurbishment of our established rides. Barry
Island is situated in the Vale of Glamorgan
about 10 miles south of the capital city
Cardiff, South Wales, UK. The 2003 season will
as usual see lots of exciting change at the
park, with new rides and the ongoing
refurbishment of our established rides.
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Walking in Glamorgan
E-mail:
Bruce7@btinternet.com
Web:
www.glamorganwalks.com
A guide to walks in and around the Glamorgan
area.
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GREEN MEADOW COMMUNITY
FARM
Greenforge Way,
Cwmbran, NP44
5AJ
Tel: 01633 647662 Fax:
01633 647671
E-mail:
greenmeadowcommunityfarm@torfaen.gov.uk
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Just four miles from
the M4, this is one of Wales' leading farm
attractions - milking demonstrations, tractor
and trailer rides, dragon adventure play area,
farm trail and lots more.
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Phone for details of
lambing weekends, shearing, county fair and
agricultural shows. Halloween and Christmas
events.
Admission times;
All year summer: Daily 10.00 to 18.00. Winter:
Daily 10.00 to 16.30.
Tariff: Adult: £4.50, Child: £3.50. Close
24 Dec through to 31 January, re-open 1st
February. Last admission 1 hour before closing.
Restricted access to some of the buildings
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Warren Mill Farm Park
Warren Mill Farm, Pendoylan, Cowbridge, South
Glamorgan, CF71 7UJ
Tel: 01446 781274
Farm Animals. Picnic & Play Area. Open All Year.
B & B Accommodation.
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Welsh Hawking Centre &
Children's Animal Park
Weycock Road, Barry, South Glamorgan, CF62 3AA
Tel: 01446 734687
Fax: 01446 739620
Admission: Adults £5.00, Children £3.00
Situated in 12 acres of scenic parkland, with
ample car parking, a souvenir shop, and light
refreshments available in the Cafe during the
Summer Season. Visitors are welcome to picnic in
the large mown grass areas of the park. At the
Welsh Hawking Centre you will see over 200 Bird
of Prey including Eagles, Owls, Hawks, Falcons
and Buzzards. They can be seen and photographed
in the mews, weathering ground, breeding and if
you are fast enough, flying! It is very
important for children to learn to love animals
in later life. We pride ourselves on the
personal contact we have with our visitors, so
please ask any of the staff any questions or
help you may need. No hidden charges, your
admission fee covers everything in the park.
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