Inside the amazing colourful house named one of the best in Wales

Inside the amazing colourful house named one of the best in Wales

When couple Michael and Andrew were looking for a new home away from the busy streets and air pollution of London there was really only one choice – beautiful Wales, especially as they already had links to a remote area of Powys that they loved. The couple were leaving behind a spacious and colour drenched … Read more

Some schools in Wales shut on Monday as fallout continues

Some schools in Wales shut on Monday as fallout continues

A number of schools across Wales are shut tomorrow after damage or power cuts caused by Storm Darragh. Some councils have listed schools as shut on their websites, but stressed closure was the decision of heads and governing bodies. One secondary affected said pupils would be working remotely. As of 9.30pm on Sunday December 8 … Read more

The Welsh restaurant Hairy Biker Simon King called ‘amazing’ that’s been named among the UK’s best

The Welsh restaurant Hairy Biker Simon King called ‘amazing’ that’s been named among the UK’s best

Hairy Biker Simon King has gushed over Wales’ top chef and his restaurant, saying it was “wonderful” to cook alongside him. The chef and television presenter appeared on James Martin’s Saturday Morning on ITV alongside Welsh chef Gareth Ward who owns Ynyshir in Powys. Simon was clearly impressed by Gareth and said it had been … Read more

Storm Darragh damage shuts school for start of week

Storm Darragh damage shuts school for start of week

Pupils will start the week working remotely from home after Storm Darragh damaged their school when high winds whipped through. Ysgol Maesydderwen in Ystradgynlais, Powys, said it had to shut for health and safety issues as a result of the storm. The school said in a statement on its Facebook page: “Due to health and … Read more

Five pubs with a storied history now thriving in Gwent

Five pubs with a storied history now thriving in Gwent

WHO doesn’t love a good pub? Many pubs have a long history with their respective areas, often stretching back over hundreds of years. Some are often on their second pubs, and part of their charm is the history of what they were before – including a coaching inn or townhouse. Take a look at our list … Read more

Tonight’s rugby news as Springbok hospitalised and Wales star’s replacement lined up

Tonight’s rugby news as Springbok hospitalised and Wales star’s replacement lined up

-Credit: (Image: Reach Publishing Services Limited) These are your evening rugby headlines on Sunday, December 8. World Cup winner hospitalised Stormers star Manie Libbok was rushed to hospital after suffering a serious head injury during his side’s clash with Toulon, with his coach saying the situation is “very bad”. The Springbok World Cup winner was … Read more