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If you're still misty-eyed at the loss of Cardiff's Queen Street carousel, this might cheer you up
Cardiff
The carousel that once sat in Cardiff's Queen Street has been removed and replaced with a new ride. People aren't happy, but now there's an update
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The 13 best family beaches in Wales for a day out at the seaside
Beaches
Let us take the hassle out of going to the seaside with this round-up of the best beaches for families in Wales
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Get a free National Trust day pass for your family day out this summer!
What's On
Ready for a perfect spring or summer day out?
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11 'old lady' baby names that could return in 2025 - are you on the list?
Your Baby
These names are beautiful and they could make a strong return
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Brilliant zoo less than an hour from Cardiff that will be quieter this Easter holidays
Family & Kids
The Bristol Zoo Project in the south west is a wildlife park that focuses on protecting threatened habitats on our doorsteps and around the globe, and it's a wonderful place to visit this Easter holidays
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Adventure activities banned at Welsh beauty spot to protect wildlife after rules ignored
Anglesey
A total ban has been put in place for all activities until mid-September after infringements of rules set down to protect local wildlife
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Food hall opens soft play so adults can eat street food and drink cocktails while children play
Family & Kids
This new adventure soft play is perfect for adults and children
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21 free things to do during the Easter holidays in Wales
Easter
There are some amazing free activities in Wales to enjoy this Easter, from seeing dinosaurs in the capital to exploring one of Europe's best national parks
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The best places to eat with kids in Wales
Food and drink
From tapas, noodles to sushi and pizza, our list also includes somewhere where a kid's meal is just 95p
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Celebrate the 75th anniversary of Blenheim Palace with a spectacular family giveaway worth £1400
Food & Drink
One lucky winner could win a Family Pass, Afternoon Tea, Christmas Tickets, and a Luxurious Hotel Stay!
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20 things to do in Wales for the 2025 Easter school holidays
Easter
There is plenty to enjoy in Wales this Easter holiday including Amelia Trust Farm's Big Easter Event, Easter celebrations at Fonmon Castle and Wales v Ireland Womens 6 Nations
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Walk through beautiful fields of tulips at Welsh attraction that looks like Amsterdam
Gower
Get the perfect spring photo with beautiful backdrops of picturesque arches and a newly installed windmill
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I stayed at a Haven site my kids thought was better than Eurocamp and they have a last-minute sale for Easter
Family & Kids
There are currently last-minute Easter deals for parks across Wales and the rest of the UK
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Mumsnet launches meals for children - where to buy
Mumsnet
The meals are Mumsnet's first branded products
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Hidden gem Welsh park with huge lake and secret trails sat on top of Fairyland
Special Places
A place that hasn't changed since my childhood, is now undergoing exciting developments - and I can't wait
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The hidden garden shaped like a teddy in one of Cardiff's best parks
Special Places: Family and Fun
Uncover Cardiff’s hidden jewel – a perfect family day out in the Welsh capital
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Bluey fans get best news ever for Easter
Easter
Bluey has proved a hit with kids and their parents and has won awards - now there's a special treat for fans coming in just a handful of weeks
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Huge kids' festival is happening in Cardiff this weekend and there are loads of tickets left
Cardiff
There is lots going on this weekend for all the family and tickets are only £5
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Four huge model dinosaurs set to be installed at popular boating lake
Special Places: Family and Fun
An outdoor education area is also to be created at Singleton Park in Swansea
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Roblox warning issued to parents as games maker addresses online bullying
Family & Kids
A charity says the platform can be educational but has tips for parents with any concerns
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I stayed in UK safari park's new luxury lodge and had an unexpected wake up call
Family & Kids
The two new Wild Explorers Lodges at the Worcestershire park - an hour and a half from Cardiff - offer the chance to stay in one of 10 luxury hippo lodges with views over the resident herd of pygmy hippos' enclosure
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The free family attraction that’s the only one of its kind in Wales
Family & Kids
From bee hives to donkeys this one-of-a-kind farm in Wales has something for everyone
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I visited Wales' iconic Oakwood theme park and there's no surprise it's closing for good after what I saw
Pembrokeshire
It did not come as a shock to me after my visit to the park last summer
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Huge Welsh attraction to close immediately
Pembrokeshire
Owners of Oakwood Theme Park said: "We could no longer see a sustainable way forward"
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Welsh TikTok legend's mam bumped into McFly at the services and then something really special happened
After his family bumped into McFly at a service station, Welsh Tik Tokker Joel Oates had a very different weekend to what he was expecting!
Welsh pub that's made The Times' best posh hotel list
Monmouthshire
The Times' most recent list of 'the UK's best posh pubs to stay in' praised The Bell at Skenfrith as an inn "whose beds are as fabulous as their beer"
One of Cardiff's best independent coffee shops 'sad' as it closes after 11 years citing 'economic pressures'
Cardiff
Little Man Coffee announced the closure on social media
Nobody's Child's fast-selling summer dresses 'designed to flatter' and they are all under £30
Fashion
In the outlet section of the retailer's website, thrifty shoppers can find various clothing items for a discounted price, but customers will have to be quick, as these items are selling fast
I'm a McFly superfan and their Tunes on the Bay headline set left me speechless
Entertainment
McFly's headline gig has set the standard for the future of Tunes on the Bay performers
UK News
UK tourists warned they may be 'denied boarding' at airport because of mobile phone rule
The problem is easily avoidable through a couple of precautionary measures
Tiny Welsh restaurant in a former jail where you can't choose what you eat and it's just won a place on a prestigious list
Restaurants
Husband and wife-run Chapters in Hay on Wye already had a Michelin Green Star now it's achieved another accolade
Welsh TikTok legend's mam bumped into McFly at the services and then something really special happened
Swansea
After his family bumped into McFly at a service station, Welsh Tik Tokker Joel Oates had a very different weekend to what he was expecting!
'I tested the reduced price Ninja Woodfire and it's a BBQ game changer'
Shopping
The Ninja Woodfire is a versatile appliance, offering a wide range of cooking functions. But what's it like to use? We put it to the test
One of Cardiff's best independent coffee shops 'sad' as it closes after 11 years citing 'economic pressures'
Cardiff
Little Man Coffee announced the closure on social media
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Woman taken to hospital after car flips onto its roof
An investigation is under way after a man believed to be the driver of the vehicle fled from the scene, police confirmed
Doc Martin star Martin Clunes announces death of 'fantastic' co-star live on air
The One Show
Martin Clunes, who played the titular character in Doc Martin, has announced the death of a co-star from the ITV series while speaking live on air on The One Show
14 children arrested after boy dies in fire
UK News
Children aged between 11 and 14 have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter
Man critically ill after assault outside village pub
Crime
Police are looking for a 28-year-old suspect in connection with the serious assault
Judd Trump complains to referee during Mark Williams clash as John Virgo baffled by issue
Snooker
Judd Trump was in a foul mood after losing the opening frame of his World Snooker Championship semi-final against Mark Williams and he made his feelings clear to the referee
People
Latest death notices across Wales as families remember loved ones
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
Sick paedophile blindfolded girl and raped her in 'campaign' of abuse
Courts
Perry McCarthy's brave victim told a court she remained 'haunted' by his abuse while there was applause in court as the paedophile was handed a lengthy jail term
‘I’ve lost £200,000 after being scammed by rogue builder’
Crime
'Towards the end he just stopped answering my calls and I realised that was it. He’d taken off with my money and wasn’t going to build my home'
Serial shoplifter stole 54 bottles of Jack Daniel's and 20 bottles of Champagne in one go
Courts
Ryan Robinson stole alcohol worth more than £5,500 from one Tesco store in just 20 minutes
Nurse died after bout of dizziness led to devastating diagnosis
People
Within weeks she was undergoing major surgery but tragically she could not be saved