Rhondda Cynon Taf is gearing up to welcome one of the world’s leading cycling races, as the Tour of Britain 2023 makes its way through the county borough. Image from https://www.tourofbritain.co.uk/ Some of the best cyclists in the world will take on the challenging Bwlch and Rhigos Mountains and race through Llanwonno Forestry in stage…
Aberdare Market Quarter on Saturday 26th August, showing off and selling locally made items. We do hope that you will come and support us. There will be a raffle in support of the Motor Neurone Disease Association so please call and say hello, have a browse, and meet the makers!
Enjoy a fishing experience on the sparkling three-acre reservoir at Dare Valley Country Park. Dare Valley Trout fishery is an anglers’ paradise, offering exceptional fishing opportunities for all abilities, including Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout ranging in weight from a minimum of 3lb up to 20lb plus. Offering half day, full day and bespoke packages,…
My car (red Toyota Aygo) was parked in the park & ride car park next to Aberdare Railway station all day on Friday 11th August from 7:30 am. I caught the train to Pontypridd for work and when I returned at 5:45 pm, the back windscreen had been smashed. A rock has been used by…
Equality & Human Rights lawyer Dr Anna Loutfi, together with families of children adversely affected, is bringing an action for damages against the government for allowing children as young as five be taught age-inappropriate topics in Relationships and Sex Education. View Dr Loufti’s announcement here. THE REASON BEHIND RSE – CULTURAL MARXISM In this speech to the European…
Aberdare is coming alive with the Festival of Unity, a collaborative effort between various organizations aimed at fostering community cohesion. Throughout August, the town will be a hub of vibrant events, celebrating togetherness and diversity. The festival kicked off on August 5th with an opening launch event, culminating in a grand Community Conference & Performance…
Come and be part of an exciting Welsh-language workshop, where participants will have the opportunity to learn the art of creating captivating TikToks and mesmerizing GIFs. The workshop will be conducted by two remarkable presenters: Ellis Lloyd Jones, a well-known TikTok influencer, and Osian Roberts, an accomplished animator. In this workshop, participants will have the…
Travel training for learners who find it difficult to use public transport with confidence, including those with additional needs, is helping to teach the key skills needed to travel independently on the bus each day. Our Independent Travel Training Co-ordinator works with schools and colleges to identify those learners who might benefit from participating in…
Williamstown’s St. Illtyd’s Church is making strides on the eco-front after securing funding which has allowed it to move to electric heating in a bid to become more environmentally friendly. After suffering a setback two years ago when its boiler was condemned, St. Illtyd’s in Penrhiwfer, has been tirelessly trying to adopt an eco-friendlier approach…
A Blue Plaque dedicated to the legendary Welsh conductor, Griffith Rhys “Caradog” Jones has been unveiled on Courthouse Street, Pontypridd where he spent his final years. Caradog was born in Trecynon in 1834 and music was his passion. His most famous achievement was conducting the renowned South Wales Choral Union or Y Cor Mawr, a…
