Flint Castle – A Fortress of The Dee Estuary
It was time to take a road trip of some remarkable Welsh castles of Edward I that are located throughout…
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The Legend of the Welsh Black Mountains
Another spontaneous day trip and our Sunday drive took us to the beautiful South Wales. The day began with a…
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Wales – Pen Dinas Iron Age Hillfort, Aberystwyth
Pen Dinas was the playground of my youth, a twenty-minute climb with friends, up the gorse–edged footpath from the village…
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Glyndŵr’s Way, one of the quietest National Trails
Glyndŵr’s Way is one of the quietest National Trails and I’m at a loss to know why. Perhaps it’s the…
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Four Seasons at the Hafod Estate, Pontrhydygroes
To be within walking distance of the Hafod Estate is the reason I chose to live in Pontrhydygroes, a small,…
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A Walk Along The River Ogmore and Merthyr Mawr
On a hot summer’s day I took a gentle walk along the River Ogmore and the village of Merthyr Mawr,…
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The Bronze Age, Submerged Forest, Borth Beach
For many years I have visited the legendary Bronze Age, submerged forest (radiocarbon dated to be circa 5,500 years old) located…
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Swansea – The Dylan Thomas Centre, The Man and Myth
After exploring some of the Gower coastline it was time to go into Swansea itself and to the maritime quarter,…
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Marvel at The Mumbles, Swansea, Wales
The Mumbles, located in Wales, is a lovely destination that offers a unique blend of coastal nature, rich history, and…
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Step Down To Three Cliffs Bay, Gower Peninsula
Three Cliffs Bay, nestled in the picturesque Gower Peninsula of Wales, is a renowned tourist destination that captivates visitors with…
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Bridgend: Kenfig Nature Reserve
Kenfig Nature Reserve is a stunning natural oasis located in Bridgend. With its diverse ecosystems and breathtaking landscapes, the reserve…
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Bridgend: Glamping And Crafting At Cwm Tawel
I will camp anywhere and anyhow. Basic camping is not for everyone, especially with the good old summer we had…
