Apr 27, 2023 | Carmarthenshire, Counties, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, Swansea
With the Coronation on the horizon, we thought we’d take a look back at some of Charles’ key visits to our region. Read on for a trip down memory lane, and information on what’s in store for the Coronation. During his time as the Prince of Wales, King Charles became a...
Apr 24, 2023 | Carmarthenshire, Changemakers, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, Swansea
We’re delighted to have been able to share £20,000 between 25 organisations in South West Wales in the 2023 round of our Community Changemakers fund. Now in its third year, the Community Changemakers Fund supports groups and organisations with great ideas for how to...
Apr 3, 2023 | Adventure, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, Explore, Kidwelly, Llanelli, Milford Haven, Neath Port Talbot, Pembroke, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, Port Talbot Parkway, Swansea, Swansea Station
If you’re looking for something to keep little (and not so little) ones entertained during the Easter holidays, you won’t be disappointed by what’s on offer in the towns and villages around the South West Wales Rail Network. Here’s our pick of the...
Feb 14, 2023 | Carmarthenshire, Culture and Heritage, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, Swansea
A Valentine Story – Myfanwy and Hywel ap Einion Llygliw This 14th-century Welsh tale of unrequited love is one that has hugely inspired generations of music and poetry. Myfanwy, the daughter of a lord was a beautiful incredibly vain young woman who attracted...
Dec 1, 2022 | Carmarthenshire, Culture and Heritage, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, Swansea
There’s a host of colourful Christmas fairs happening around our rail network this December, offering a perfect opportunity to get into the festive spirit and stock up on some original Christmas gifts. Here’s our roundup: Carmarthen Carmarthen’s St Catherine’s Walk...
Sep 29, 2022 | Changemakers, Neath, Neath Port Talbot
Back in 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new group was founded in Neath Port Talbot. Its aim was to bring together girls with experience of being in care to talk about issues that matter to them. The girls’ rights group, named Hope, was established by...
