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Six Nations Weekend Cardiff 1st/2nd Feb
I´ve been gifted tickets to the six nations rugby for the Wales vs Ireland game, so very excited about going - although accomodation looks really pricey 300 + for two nights... (although availability still looks ok) Any ideas for value accomodation in the centre (have looks in the usual places, laterooms, airbnb,…
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Burgled! Cardiff, Cathays
I got burgled last night and I'm looking for a little support and advice. Not a huge amount was taken - crime of opportunity. I've written up a list, got it photocopied and handed it out, but can anyone suggest and likely places I've missed? I've gone to cash converters and blockbusters on albony road and in central game,…
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£14.50 food challenge for a month
Just wanted to share with something I started doing, to prove myself and others - I can do it :) 14poundchallenge.wordpress.com/
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Good house removals
Looks like we will be moving house soon....anybody got recommendations for good removals company? Cardiff/Caerphilly area. Thanks.
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welsh spell checker please
hi does any one know of a free or very cheap welsh spell check I have a new laptop windows 8 with office 7 on it boys need welsh spell check for school and college but trouble finding it. have tried apache open office but when I went to install my computer said it was set with 32 bit and the apache was for 64 bit please…
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Where to book for surprise 60th birthday party?
A girlfriend is 60 this time next year and another friend wants to book a surprise party for her. I guess there will be about 60 guests. Can you suggest any where really nice please but reasonably priced? They live in Newport but they probably don't mind travelling up to say 20 miles for it. Discos are so last-year so if…
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What's the name of the shop @ McArthur Glen
that only sells house decorations ?
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Strange question
Was in llandudno the other day, and saw 4 people walking up and down the main street, dressed in stab vests, with cctv camera and audio recording on there person's. Was wondering who they where, if some sort of crazy money wasting scheme dreamed up by conwy council
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Football boot repair
Hello Does anyone know where I can get football boots repaired? Worn them once and the stud and thread has come out. I can't screw the stud into anything and the screw fixture won't stay flush to he sole meaning it sticks up Cheers
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Farm Shops
Hello I live in South Wales and use these boards regularly so I'd like to receive your advice on local farm shops. I used to buy all my meats and other items from farm shops but have recently moved to the Blackwood/Caerphilly area. I work in Cardiff so distance is not an option. Can you recommend some good farm shops to…
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Cheap Days out with the Children in Wales!
I thought i would start this thread to see if there things we could let each other know about!? 1. Victoria Park, Canton Cardiff! Great day out fantastic park with outdoor swimming pool!!!! Kids love it! Take your own picnic if we have nice weather!!! 2. Pick your own Fruit Cowbridge! Please forgive me for extremely bad…
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tata steel 500 jobs to go devastating blow
The steel works at port talbot is to lose 500? jobs.. WOW this a MAJOR blow ....dont know when then actual layoffs start, but to have this news just before christmas:o:o This is really going to knock the local economey.. how many people work there at the moment?
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New house window recommendations?
As above, based in Cardiff please? Your experiences of companies, price paid and what they did for you much appreciate? Many thanks.
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cardiff window/glazing company advice
Hi, we are in Cardiff and currenty looking to get some new windws fitted, we have received two quotes so far between £2800 and £3200 for 8 windows and one back door in a smallish terraced house The quotes we have had have been from Mr Windows and Homepride windows - has anyone used these? are they any good or any other…
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parking millenium stadium
Hi guys i have just found out i have got tickets for scotland v wales and will be driving down from scotland (i have to drive as need to set off after game) and just wondering if there is a decent park and ride for the stadium and if anyone knows the postcode for my sat nav and how much it costs big thanks in advance
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Lloyds Pharmacy getting a bit Extra Extra Extra!!!!
As I went into my local Lloyds Pharmacy to collect my prescription medication I was told that my medication now costs 5x as much for Lloyds to order in. Not understanding why, I asked the assistant manager to explain the sudden increase in cost. He told me that they have been instructed by Lloyds Pharmacy head office that…
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Van rental in S Wales
I'm looking to rent a van for half a day or a man with a van for about a thirty mile round trip from Caerphilly. Can anyone recommend somewhere or someone one reliable and cheap please.
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Celtic Manor Resort - half-price stays, book by 31 Oct
Spotted in Independent today (Sat 27 October)...seemed worth posting in Wales forum... http://www.independent.co.uk/money/spend-save/the-bargain-hunter-bargain-days-out-for-halfterm-week-8228777.html Half-price five-star stay in South Wales The Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales, is offering bed, breakfast and dinner for…
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Any Japanese car specialists in Swansea
Hi there, Does anyone know of any car mechanics/garages which specialises in Japanese cars as have an air bag light issue which needs looking at before my MOT & don't fancy paying Mazda dealership prices. Thanks
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Childrens entertainer Blackwood south wales??
Can anyone recommend a good entertainer in Blackwood?? I booked a lady in Cardiff and this morning spoke to a few chldminders who have all told me she is rubbish! and a waste of money :mad: My children have never had a b.d party so they are having a joint Halloween party but cant find anything that seems to be suitable!…