CELEBRATING THE GOWER AGRICULTURAL SHOW 2022 After an absence of two years due to the pandemic, this year the annual Gower Agricultural Show, will be held on Sunday, 31st July 2022 in the stunning parkland of Penrice Castle Park near
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Laos – Mad about the Mekong
To the ends of the earth with Nick Smioth
Kept cool by the mighty Mekong River and fresh breezes that roll down from the mountain forests, Laos is a tiny landlocked country in a distant corner of Asia, and a different world from the sweltering and bustling stereotype of
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The Georgians PART III and The Sketty Blacksmith
Family history with Charles Wilson-Watkins
Who is the artist who painted landscapes and was a well known gardener? The answer is Cedric Morris. Who is Cedric? Cedric (pictured right) was the son of George Lockwood Morris and Wilhelmina Elizabeth Cory. George Lockwood Morris (left) was
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Gower Pilgrimage Way (Part V)
Walk of the month with Ian Bateman
Here we are then on the final leg of the recently launched Gower Pilgrimage Way, a 50 mile pilgrimage walk from Penclawdd to Bishopston, con-necting all 17 churches in the Gower Ministry area along the way. David Pope, the founder
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Auto News for June
With Liam Bird
Rumor: A Mercedes-Benz Silver Arrow car has sold for a record £115 million No, honestly, it wasn’t me that scooped the £184 million recently on the euro-millions… Rumours from multiple sources suggest that Mercedes-Benz, the company that brought us the
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Traditional gözleme pie
Seasonal recipe with private chef Christos
Gözleme is a traditional savoury Turkish flatbread or pastry filled with meat, spinach, feta and lots of herbs. Pan fried until golden and crispy, then cut into grabbable-size pieces with lemon wedges on the side. There are many variations of
Read MoreDacia Duster Bi-Fuel
Motoring with Liam Bird
I filled-up the other day, topped-up the tank to the brim. The pump cut off at 34 litres, which using some pretty basic maths, equates roughly to a range of 280 miles or so. The cost? Just under £25. No,
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Lasting powers of Attorney – Are they really needed?
With Samantha Kiley - Graham Evans & Partners
Thinking about what would happen if we suffered from a serious accident or mental illness is not something we like to think about. Sadly, however, these situations do happen, and usually without warning. It is therefore important to plan ahead
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It’s June…
Wine recommendations with Antoinette Milne
It’s June and if you’ve got plans to celebrate or have celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee we’ve a few timely suggestions. A special edition Whispering Angel rose is waiting and ready. A splendid Welsh red wine produced by Whitecastle Vineyard
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How do I burn more calories when resting?
Fitness training with Nicky Holland
Ever wondered why some people can eat what they want but don’t gain weight? You might think that it’s genetics or it’s their metabolism. But there is more to it than that. What if I told you, I can help
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Passion, Dedication and Intensity
Business & Careeer Advice with Neil Franklin
Twenty-three fast, accurate and powerful punches in a fraction over one second! When I heard about the amazing feats of Ian Bishop, the world’s fastest punch-er, I simply had to get in touch with him and learn more. Ian is
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Vortex
The cine files with Emlyn Roberts-Harry
Emlyn’s film choice for this month is going to be a hard watch. Dementia and frailty touch just about everyone at some time in their lives, and Vortex gives an insight into just how it is for everyone concerned. At
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In the Beehive …..June
With Marcus and Shelley Treadwell - Garddfach Honey
What a beautiful time of year. The days are getting longer and warmer, the trees are full of colour with so much blossom to enjoy. The bees love the blossom and are bringing plenty of pollen and nectar into the
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Changes to Applications for Probate
With Natalie Thomas - DJM Solicitors
We have experienced significant delays with the probate service since 2018 when the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) proposed to increase probate fees. The proposals led to an increase in applications following uncertainty around the suggested new fee structure. Delays were
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Bindweed
Hinds' sights with Liz Hinds
This month Liz is battling with that perennial problem, bindweed. And like bindweed with its invasive roots, Liz finds it difficult to get rid of deep-rooted negative thoughts. “Oh no!” At my yelp Husband looked up from where he was
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A welcome visitor
Surfing with Chris 'Guts' Griffiths
The last few years have been pretty tough on everyone, as the world battled with the covid pandemic. We have had to deal with several long periods of lockdown and severe restrictions. Things like international travel had begun to feel
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Culinary Causerie
With Lesley Williams
Dario’s Ristorante Dario’s in Eversley Road, Sketty is just a 3 minute walk from Bay HQ. We had enjoyed a takeaway from there when it first opened some years ago, but we hadn’t actually dined in. Booking a table was
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