Tag: Ceredigion
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Restless Aber
Is it ok for an Englishwoman to be relating Welsh Heritage stories? I do feel a bit uncomfortable but having passed this by locals who have given me a thorough critique; I thinks it is ok. After all I am putting my point of view across, from someone who has lived and worked in Wales…
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St David’s Day is coming. Wyt t’in barod?
Here is a free quiz activity quest for you from me with a big cwtch. Download the following questions and once complete, give in your form to the Aberystwyth Tourist Information Office to get your dragon sticker. Your Quest is open from 21st February- 9th March 2026 ‘Where there be dragons.’ Join the quest. Dragons…
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Linger-longer in beautiful Aber
Linger-longer in Aberystwyth. On the back of our new status as a UNESCO city of culture- the first in Wales, why not linger-longer…there’s lots to do. Aberystwyth has a unique group of talented crafters that deliver one day workshops. Whether you want to make a crochet rose or create a beautiful hand made brush from…
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Slow Tourism
I am not a Welsh native, but have lived in Wales for over 28 years; I undertake a Duolingo exercise daily, but still struggle with the lingo. I sometimes feel a fraud but my intentions are very real. What’s a Lancastrian doing talking about Welsh culture? But what is another award to me? Well today…
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Sea shanties, seaweed beer and maritime tales of old
History walking tours that are fun, a bit cheeky, sociable and contain fascinating facts delivered by aberdabbadoo. This season, I have been showered with positive comments. I am indebted to those who have left reviews that have left me really humbled. Big… thank you. I would like to share these reviews as I finish the…
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Why I love Aberystwyth
There are plenty of people who talk Aberystwyth up, but for me, I want to highlight the attractions that aren’t immediately obvious. Perhaps you are considering stopping by or you are coming for a University Open Day. I highly recommend you park outside of town and take the slow path. It isn’t worth rushing your…
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Eisteddfod 2022 – Tregaron
What a week! I am just surfacing. Here I am supplied with plenty of tea and coffee from Ceredigion stand in china cups, no less. Thanks to my fantastic friends Marc, Nia and Supersal for helping out gyda Cymraeg. I spoke with many new friends, we laughed, shared the cold wind but overall thoroughly enjoyed…
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