New Restaurant, Bar and Theatre Venue Stage & Stem Set to Open in Cardiff

A brand-new venue is set to breathe new life into the former Sticky Fingers site in Cardiff, combining food, drink and live entertainment under one roof. Stage & Stem is preparing to open as a unique performance-led bistro, café and bar, bringing together a dining experience with a purpose-built theatre and events space in the heart of the […]

Community Shield in Cardiff: Everything You Need to Know About Road Closures, Travel and Parking

The FA Community Shield returns to Cardiff on Sunday 16 August, with Manchester City taking on Arsenal at the Principality Stadium in a 3pm kick-off. With thousands of supporters expected to descend on the Welsh capital, road closures, transport changes and dedicated parking arrangements will be in place throughout the day. Here’s everything you need to know before travelling. Road Closures Road closures around […]

Watch the Summer’s Spectacular Solar Eclipse from Cardiff’s Sunflower Fields

One of the biggest astronomical events of the year is coming to the skies above South Wales, and one Cardiff farm is inviting visitors to experience it from the middle of a sea of sunflowers. On Wednesday 12 August, Clearwell Farm will host a special Sunflower & Eclipse Evening, combining sunflower picking, a maize maze, live entertainment and incredible […]

Best Things to Do in Cardiff This August

August is packed with huge concerts, major sporting events, family attractions and festivals across Cardiff. Whether you’re looking for live music, days out with the kids, unique exhibitions or great food and drink, there’s plenty happening throughout the month. Here’s our pick of the best events taking place in the Welsh capital. Cardiff Bay Family […]

All Eyes on Welsh Fire as Huge Hundred Clash Awaits at Sophia Gardens

It’s been another dramatic few days in The Hundred for Welsh Fire, with standout individual performances, injury setbacks and a crucial match that could define the season. The Welsh Fire Women currently sit sixth in the table following defeats to MI London at Sophia Gardens and Birmingham Phoenix at Edgbaston. There have still been plenty of positives, with impressive performances from Georgia Voll and Sophie Devine. However, […]

Hundreds Of Cardiff Wine Passports Sold Within Hours Of Going On Sale

Over 50% snapped up a week before the independent hospitality campaign begins A popular independent hospitality campaign returned to the Welsh capital this morning, following an 18-month break.  The Cardiff Wine Passport gives passport holders seven weeks to explore the city’s independent bar and restaurant scene, exchanging six passport stamps for six specially selected drinks at venues […]

Karate Kid: The Musical Delivers a Nostalgic Kick to End Its UK Tour

As the curtain falls on the UK tour in Cardiff, Karate Kid: The Musical proves there’s still plenty of life in one of the most iconic coming-of-age stories ever told. If the title hasn’t already given it away, this stage adaptation is based on the beloved 1984 film. Fans will find all the familiar moments they know […]

Cardiff’s Matsudai Ramen Wins Top Great Taste Award for Its House Rayu Chilli Oil

One of Cardiff’s favourite independent food businesses has received one of the food world’s highest honours, with Matsudai Ramen earning a coveted three-star Great Taste Award for its signature Rayu Chilli Oil. The accolade is the highest possible rating awarded by the Great Taste Awards, with just 2% of the 15,038 productsentered into this year’s competition receiving the prestigious three-star recognition. Organised […]

Buildings and Maintenance Manager Phil Sage reflects on his astonishing 50 year career at New Theatre Cardiff.

    When I look back on my life at the New Theatre Cardiff, it feels impossible that 50 years have passed. In many ways, it feels like yesterday that I was a schoolboy carrying suitcases full of sandwiches into the building for the Welsh       National Opera, made by my parents at home. Yet somehow those days […]

Thousands of Cardiff Pupils to Receive Free Tickets to See Balloon Girl at Sherman Theatre

Thousands of schoolchildren across Cardiff will have the opportunity to experience live theatre for free this autumn, thanks to a new initiative from Cardiff Council’s Curriculum Team. Funded by Cardiff Commitment, the scheme will provide schools with complimentary tickets to Balloon Girl at Sherman Theatre, helping remove financial barriers and ensuring more young people can enjoy a high-quality cultural […]