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A recent survey has found that over 75% of those in Cardiff have previously been on a diet in a bid to loose weight or incorporate a healthier lifestyle into their everyday routine: A quarter of adults in Cardiff who have dieted told NO ONE about it because they were ‘ashamed’, according to a study. Results have revealed many of those in the Welsh capital who have changed their diet were worried about failing publicly, while others were embarrassed…
DogFest – the ultimate festival for dogs – announces brand new activities and features: Britain’s Got Talent’s dog trainer extraordinaire Lucy Heath Book signings from TV’s Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick & Clare Balding Mass participation breed meet-ups BRISTOL: 22 – 23 June · Ashton Court Estate Previously HERTFORDSHIRE: 11 – 12 May · Knebworth House · Knebworth CHESHIRE: 15 -16 June · Tatton Park · Knutsford. DogFest is delighted to announce a raft of fantastic new features for its 2019 festivals……
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is pleased to announce they will be the first Health Board in Wales to launch a health messaging app for young people in a bid to give them direct access to expert healthcare advice and support from their school nurses. ChatHealth is a confidential SMS text messaging platform which is already used across many English Health Boards to facilitate ease of access to the school nursing service for young people aged 11-19…
The international dance competition Red Bull Dance Your Style is bringing its search for the best street dancers to the UK in an exciting format where the crowd hold the ultimate power over who wins. Hosting over 65 events in more than 30 countries, the competition will hold two regional qualifiers in Newcastle and Cardiff, ahead of a national final in London. The winner will go on to represent the UK at the World Finals in Paris in October. …
New Theatre, Cardiff welcomed us to Avenue Q this evening and what a show it was! Every now and then a show comes along that is so much fun, filled with high energy performances, catchy musical numbers, and lovable characters that it’ll hold a place in your memory forever – Avenue Q was all this and more. The show is a combination of Broadway Musical meets The Muppets with key elements that secure its place in your heart. At…
Elliot Maitland, a design student from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, has been selected from a long list of British-based applicants to compete live at the annual Super yacht UK Young Designer Competition, sponsored by Marine Resources 2019. To secure the iconic title of ‘Super yacht UK Young Designer 2019’, Elliot will need to design a super yacht concept to be featured in the next James Bond film. Currently studying for a BA Transport Design at the University…
Coinciding with the National Clean Air Day on 20th June, Cardiff Extinction Rebellion again takes to the streets of Cardiff with a critical mass bike ride, demanding radical action by Cardiff Council to reduce emissions in the city. The cycle gathering is designed to raise awareness of the issue. Cyclists will meet at 5.30pm at the Aneurin Bevan statue in town centre before riding safely in numbers, at a slow pace for on hour. All ages and abilities are…
Interview with CPO Conductor Michael Bell MBE Neil Collins chats to CPO Conductor, Michael Bell MBE about this powerful programme… The 2018/19 season has certainly been a varied one for CPO from Composers of the First World War to the glamour of nights at the movies and Proms, and now to the sheer power of Beethoven & Shostakovich. How has it been for yourselves? The orchestra relishes the chance to perform many different genres, and this season has…
Cinema Classics Live on the Dancefloor Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag, the nation’s favourite ballroom couple announce a brand new show for 2020 as they ‘Dance Those Magical Movies’ on a major tour of UK and Ireland. The sensational production, filled with Hollywood glamour, is set to the music that made it big on the silver screen, including classics from ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’, ‘Singin’ In The Rain’, ‘The Wizard of Oz’ through to songs from blockbusters…
Amid ageing population and growing demand for carers, flexible training may be a game-changer Health and Social Care is among the most popular subjects for adult home learners seeking a career change, reports one of the UK’s largest distance learning providers. As Carers Week 2019 begins, Open Study College figures reveal that the CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care places in the top three most subscribed courses every month, ahead of some 600 other courses available….
