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10 Best Beaches in South Wales
Posted on:
30 March 2026
Here are our 10 best beaches in South Wales - our favourite spots where you can enjoy the incredible coastline, play, explore, and soak in the amazing nature of South Wales.
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Easter in South Wales
Explore ideas for Easter activities in South Wales, including Easter Egg hunts, Easter Bunnies, and other fun family things to do this Easter.
Learn MoreWelcome to South Wales Guide – your go-to guide for trip planning, attractions, days out, and things to do in South Wales! From stunning coast to inspiring mountains, exhilarating thrills to captivating heritage, South Wales truly does have something for everyone.
From Chepstow in the east, to Tenby in the west, our tourist info guide includes stories & inspiration to showcase the best of South Wales. If you're looking for the best family days out, you'll find beaches, parks, and the best of nature, as well as amazing family attractions. For nature lovers you'll be taken in by the Brecon Beacons National Park, with mountains, waterfalls, hiking trails, and more. With so much to see and so many things to do, don't forget about the food & drink, get a taste for Wales with everything from charming cafes to gourmet dining.
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Step into a purple haze this spring. We’ve rounded up the best bluebell walks across South Wales, from the fairytale woods of Castell Coch to the coastal landscapes of the Gower. Don't miss this short-lived seasonal spectacle.
Arts & Culture
Independent Shopping in Brecon: A Guide to the Best Artisan Shops & Cafes
Posted on:6 March 2026
Explore the best independent shops and cafes in Brecon, Wales. From artisan Welsh food to outdoor gear, discover unique gems in the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog.
Once an industrial hub, the South Wales Valleys are now a lush, green playground. From the depths of the mines to the heights of the world's fastest seated zip line, discover a landscape where grit meets beauty and a genuine Welsh welcome awaits.
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Future Inn Cardiff is a modern hotel in Cardiff Bay offering spacious rooms, free parking, on-site… Future Inn Cardiff is a modern hotel in Cardiff Bay offering spacious rooms, free parking, on-site dining, and easy access to top attractions like the Wales Millennium Centre…
Shutter Hire Photography in Penarth offers award-winning studio and event photography, including… Shutter Hire Photography in Penarth offers award-winning studio and event photography, including weddings, family, maternity and commercial shoots, with professional,…
The Unexpected World of The Royal Mint – A Multi-Award Winning Journey of History, Innovation, and… The Unexpected World of The Royal Mint – A Multi-Award Winning Journey of History, Innovation, and Precious Metal.
Cardiff Cruises offer a variety of boats trips and experiences around Cardiff Bay, including boat… Cardiff Cruises offer a variety of boats trips and experiences around Cardiff Bay, including boat tours, self-drive boats, and trips out to nearby Flatholm & Steepholm…
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Event Dates: 31st Mar 2026 - 31st Mar 2026
Wales take on Northern Ireland in this international fixture. Wales take on Northern Ireland in this international fixture.
Event Dates: 1st Apr 2026 - 1st Apr 2026
Tickets£9.50Sinfonia Cymru: NocturnalPhilip Glass String Quartet No.3 MishimaEmma Jean The Sound of… Tickets£9.50Sinfonia Cymru: NocturnalPhilip Glass String Quartet No.3 MishimaEmma Jean The Sound of Sleepless KingsTerry Riley Sunrise of the Planetary Dream CollectorJames…
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A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood.Based on the book by Judith Kerr.Direct from the… A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood.Based on the book by Judith Kerr.Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to…
Event Dates: 30th Mar 2026 - 2nd Apr 2026
A small goat named Will gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a… A small goat named Will gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, full-contact sport that's dominated by the fastest, fiercest…
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Wuthering Heights - The Riverfront
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30th Mar 2026 - 2nd Apr 2026
Director Emerald Fennel (Saltburn, A Promising Young Woman) puts her… Director Emerald Fennel (Saltburn, A Promising Young Woman) puts her iconic spin on this brand new,…
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Diversity - Swansea Arena
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1st Apr 2026 - 2nd Apr 2026
London-based street dance crew Diversity got their start in 2007. Founded… London-based street dance crew Diversity got their start in 2007. Founded by choreographer Ashley…
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Jazz Harp Wales - Wales Millennium Centre / Canolfan Mileniwm Cymru
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2nd Apr 2026 - 2nd Apr 2026
Chube is a young Fusion band based in Cardiff led by Ben Creighton… Chube is a young Fusion band based in Cardiff led by Ben Creighton Griffiths (Electric Harp/Keys)…
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Football Sky Bet League Two: Newport County AFC vs Crawley Town - Rodney Parade
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3rd Apr 2026 - 3rd Apr 2026
Newport County AFC take on Crawley Town in this Sky Bet League Two fixture. Newport County AFC take on Crawley Town in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.
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