Just in time for St. David’s Day, we bring you the wonderfully warming dish known as cawl. The first use of cawl as a dish dates back to the 14th century. Historians believe that the word derives from the Latin…
Discover Wales in 2019
In the last few years Wales has celebrated the sea, adventure, and the nation’s many legends. Now, in 2019, Visit Wales is combining these themes and more into one magnificent Year of Discovery. Whatever you are looking for, you can…
Stargazing: Enjoying Britain’s Dark Skies
As the blaze of streetlights and neon signs grows ever more intense, gazing up at the nighttime sky does not always reveal the same wonders that it did for our ancestors. That’s not to say that the awe-inspiring beauty of…
Stay in a Converted Train
Our recent series has looked at some options for fun trips by train in Scotland, England, and Wales. But some of us love trains too much to leave it there. In this post, we feature three wonderful hotels and B&Bs…
Exploring Wales by Steam Train
A ride on a steam train is a fun, nostalgic way to enjoy a day out. It gives the sense that you’ve stepped back in time. You’re on an adventure! Whether you want to ride up a mountain or along…
Wales 2018: Year of the Sea
In 2017, Wales shared its history with the world as it marked a Year of Legends. This year, Wales is celebrating its miles of magnificent coastline with the Year of the Sea. Throughout 2018, there will be a variety of…
England Coast Path: 2,700 Miles Coming Soon!
Britain’s coastline is, quite simply, magnificent. From secluded coves to busy beaches, rugged cliffs to miles of smooth sand, the coastline around these islands has it all. And what better way to explore most of it than on foot? Wales…
Just Say British Cheese!
With more than 700 varieties of British cheese, a cheese lover has almost two years of new product to sample every day. And by the time they’re finished, there’ll be new varieties to try. In short, Britain is a paradise…
Welsh Cakes – Get The Griddle Out!
What is a Welsh cake? It’s cooked on a griddle so it must be like a pancake, right? Except that it’s made from rolled out dough, so does that make it a cookie or a cake? The correct answer is:…
Walking The Wales Coast Path
For those who enjoy walking, there can be fewer places on earth with as many options as Great Britain. From gentle strolls through meadowland to bracing mountain climbs, there are many miles to be explored. But Wales went the extra…