Author Archives: Lynne Thomas
Changes proposed to Moorland Primary
Exciting plans for Moorland Primary School in Splott, could soon be progressed following recommendations to Cardiff Council’s Cabinet to release funding so that the scheme can get underway early in the new year. In July 2022, the Cabinet agreed to establish a 20 place Specialist Resource Base at Moorland Primary School for pupils with Complex […]
Community Grief Hub launches in Splott
Compassionate Community initiative launches in STAR Hub on Monday 19th December. In partnership with the Co-op, Cruse Bereavement Support provides specialist resources, training and information to people or groups so they can better support the community in breaking down barriers surrounding grief. Weekly drop-in support sessions will start in earnest from the 11th January 2023, […]
December delights!
What’s occurring (in Splott, Adamsdown and Tremorfa this Christmas)? Well, I suggest you read on and find out! Our little part of the ‘Diff is full of festive cheer and there’s a magnificent multitude of Christmas events and activities this December to keep yule entertained (sorry, couldn’t help it). Sunday 4th December Friends of Willows […]
Join the borrowing revolution!
Splott Benthyg launches in new home at Railway Gardens on Wednesday 23rd November. The pinch of the cost-of-living crisis has affected all of us & borrowing items instead of buying them new is a fantastic way to save money, save space & save the environment, by stopping unwanted items ending up in landfill. Benthyg Cymru […]
Splott’s Brilliant Breakfast Club
Did you know that every Thursday morning between 8am and 10am you can get a hot breakfast and a bag of shopping for just £3? Not only that, but the breakfast club provides pet food for cats and dogs for those struggling to feed their feline and canine friends. Splott Community Volunteers is an incredible […]
Splott Based Business wins at Welsh Restaurant of the Year Awards
Pregos is a Portuguese street food business that set up home in Splott a few years ago. The little green food van on Freshmoor Road has been a long-time favourite with Splott residents and now their hard work and delicious food has received the recognition it deserves by landing a prestigious gong at the 2022 […]
4th December Day trip to Bath Christmas Market
The annual bus trip to Bath Christmas Market, organised by volunteer group Friends of Willows, is back. The much-loved trip will be on Sunday 4th December with the coach leaving from Willows High School main entrance at 9am and returning for 7pm. Tickets cost £12 each (no profit is made – the cost just about […]
20th November Simply Acoustic at The Royal Oak
A new monthly music night has launched at Adamsdown’s The Royal Oak pub. Simply Acoustic launched in October, providing an opportunity for the musical folk of Adamsdown, Tremorfa and Splott to showcase their talents and have a jam. The event was met with much enthusiasm and proved so successful that they’re doing it again! Simply […]
Help secure the future of Rubicon Dance
Rubicon Dance has issued a statement following discovery of a serious financial issue that threatens the future of the much loved Adamsdown-based dance company and is asking for our help: Rubicon Dance has been at the forefront of Community Dance in Wales for the past 47 years. The legacy of people who have experienced dance […]