The annual Laugharne Weekend takes places in the small Carmarthenshire town noted for being the home of Dylan Thomas and where, and about which, he wrote his superb play for voices, Under Milk Wood. Taking place from 1st-3rd April this year, this is an event not to miss for those interested in comedy, poetry, … [Read more...]
25 of the Best Restaurants in Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire has a wealth of wonderful restaurants catering for every taste and budget. Here are 25 of our personal favourites: The Cors, Laugharne Y Polyn, Capel Dewi Wrights Food Emporium, Llanarthne The Daffodil, Penrhiwllan The Angel, Salem Sosban, Llanelli Jabajak, Whitland The Plough, … [Read more...]
Could this be an Answer to the Flooding Problem?
When friends of ours, Nicki and Andrew Bruce, bought a small plot, upon which there was a dilapidated bungalow, on an island in Marlow and showed it to us with much glee, declaring they were going to build the first “floating house”, we were intrigued but wondered if they would ever manage it. Would they regret … [Read more...]
The Land That Time Forgot
New Year’s Day is 1st January, isn’t it? Well not if you live in a wooded valley in Pembrokeshire where Hen Galan, or New Year’s Day, is celebrated on 13th January. This is the land that time forgot. Today the inhabitants of the Gwaun Valley, near Fishguard, are celebrating. They are not two weeks late; they … [Read more...]
Carmarthen’s “Man Creche”
Does your man hate Christmas shopping? With gift-buying season in full swing and people rushing to get those last minute gifts, not everyone enjoys being dragged around the shops. A group in Carmarthen have come up with the perfect plan – a “Man Creche”! With dart boards, video games and pool tables, the man … [Read more...]
Animal Magic in Ceredigion
Have you ever fancied throwing off the traces of your working life and following Anna Ryder-Richardson’s example to run a zoo in West Wales? Well now is your chance. Animalarium, a 12 acre zoo in Borth, Ceredigion, is up for sale complete with an African Lion house and enclosure plus a variety of animals including … [Read more...]
Silver Lining for Holiday Homes in West Wales
West Wales may be a beneficiary of the impending changes to stamp duty on second homes and buy to let properties. Lower average prices will make houses in popular area such as Tenby and Saundersfoot more attractive than ones in Cornwall in places like Rock or Padstow. Carol Peett, Managing Director of West Wales … [Read more...]
West Wales Estate Agent Acquired by Countrywide
John Francis, the estate agent with 21 branches throughout South West Wales, has been acquired by Countrywide plc, the UK’s largest property services group. The company confirmed that John Francis will continue to operate under its own brand name which was established in 1999. If you are thinking of moving to … [Read more...]
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