Newport Factoid # 26: Newport Wetlands

Newport Factoid # 26: Newport Wetlands

Newport Wetlands: A Hidden Gem of Nature and Wildlife The Newport Wetlands is a stunning nature reserve located on the Gwent Levels near Newport, South Wales. Established in 2000 as compensation for the loss of habitat caused by the Cardiff Bay Barrage, it has become a haven for wildlife and a favorite spot for nature enthusiasts. The reserve covers over 1,000 acres and is home to diverse bird species, including lapwings, little egrets, and the iconic avocet. It features scenic […]

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Colin Reviews – Bywater Call

Bywater Call at The Globe, Cardiff While there’s certainly no denying the sheer power of Bywater Call on disc, nothing approaches the absolute joy of watching this band from the crowded comfort of a noisy club. Bywater Call are always a party. With a style that encompasses rock, soul, and R&B, and a grooving horn section, they always manage to get at least some of the crowd up and dancing, the truth is that all seven members of the band […]

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A Purrfect Tale of Pirates, Rats Chaos, and Comedy!

Angela and I had a fabulous night out watching this year’s pantomime, Dick Whittington. Oh yes, we did! The Riverfront was alive with the sounds of laughter, singing, and the occasional toddler loudly explaining the plot (inaccurately, but with confidence). It was like a warm, festive hug from the entire city of Newport. Set in Newport, this year’s show took the classic rags-to-riches tale and sprinkled it with just the right amount of chaos and glitter. Dick, our hero, leaves Swansea […]

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The Fierce Fight Against the Flood When heavy rains threatened to flood a home in Ynysddu, Newport, local residents became real-life heroes. As water levels rose dangerously, these community members jumped into action, grabbing brooms and buckets to get the water down a drain. Their efforts went beyond just protecting property—they gave neighbors hope and comfort during a challenging time. Thereasa Jones, whose house it was, said ‘"I'm always so worried when it rains that we'll get flooded, as we […]

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Gimme 5: Cole Underwood of Forsaken Duo

5 Things You Should Know About Cole! Do you remember the first song you ever wrote? How old were you and do you still play it? I was around 6 years old. I found an old hand organ in my attic and was making music then. I am not sure what it was but I remember I loved making things up and being creative since a young age. Imagine you are getting a new pet. What will you choose, a […]

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Newport Factoids: #24 Rolling By The River!

Roller Skating, that is! Maskell's in Lower Dock Street was the place to be throughout the 1980s if you were a youngster and roller discos were what the 80s were made for. The roller rink was originally half ice but became a full roller rink in 1982. As with most activities of the era, health and safety were minor considerations, with rough games of British Bulldog and long trains of skaters being the norm. The one concession for safety was […]

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Newport Food Festival 2024 – Saturday Summary

An explosion of flavour, fun and fabulous music! A Delicious Day at the 2024 Newport Food Festival – Saturday Highlights! This past Saturday at the Newport Food Festival was everything a food lover could dream of! The sun was shining throughout most of the day, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement, and the scent of delicious food filled the air. From street food vendors to gourmet delights, there was something for everyone, and you couldn't have asked for a better […]

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Newport Factoids: #15 Pendragon House, Caerleon

Pendragon House dates back to 1760 and is built on the remains of even earlier constructions. In the hallway, there is a trapdoor under which one can see the surface of a medieval cobbled street. Even more surprising, beneath the house is thought to be a drain built by Romans, taking water from the ancient baths.During the late 1930s, Pendragon House was home to Spanish children who had been evacuated from the Spanish Civil War.

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Newport’s Got Good News

One of our favourite Newport bands has just won the ‘Best UK Band Award’. Can you guess who it was? Our very own Skidred. Formed in Newport in 1998, Skindred are known for their unique fusion of heavy metal and genres such as reggae. Held at the O2 Forum Kentish Town venue, twelve winners were crowned at the 8th annual Heavy Music Awards. As the band were playing a gig in France at the time, the band's frontman known as […]

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