Elizabeth Birt

4 days ago | southwalesargus.co.uk | Elizabeth Birt

New research shows residents spend an average of 27 hours a month tending to their outdoor spaces—one-third more than the UK average of 17 hours. Kevin Mountford, co-founder and personal finance expert at Raisin, said: "While at first savings and gardening might not appear very similar, there are many elements to gardening that translate to saving. "It’s not just about personality traits like being calm, organised and adaptable—it is about the long game.

4 days ago | tivysideadvertiser.co.uk | Elizabeth Birt

Rik Sellwood and Fraser McMillan participated in the strenuous Man v Horse race in Llanwrtyd Wells, which this year was won by runner Dewi Griffiths. Meanwhile, Ailinor Evans and Mark Underhill faced the demanding Newgale to Dale run/walk/crawl event along the Pembrokeshire Coastal path. In other news, Teifi Marshes Nature Reserve parkrun is gearing up for its 100th event on Saturday, June 21.

4 days ago | tivysideadvertiser.co.uk | Elizabeth Birt

The Lloyds National Road Cycling Championships 2025 will take place from June 26 to 29, starting in Aberaeron and finishing in Aberystwyth. The event will also include Beicio Cymru's Road Cycling Championships, with a programme of races and activities spanning four days. Spectators are encouraged to line the routes, but organisers ask that they choose safe locations that do not obstruct cyclists or race staff.

4 days ago | tivysideadvertiser.co.uk | Elizabeth Birt

The event, which took place on Sunday, June 15, was hosted by the North Pembrokeshire Tractor Enthusiasts. The tractors, both vintage and modern, started their journey from Awenfryn Farm in the village of Glanrhyd near Cardigan. The scenic route included the stunning coastline and the Preseli Hills. The procession travelled to Ceibwr Bay, passing through Monington and Moylegrove.

4 days ago | southwalesguardian.co.uk | Elizabeth Birt

The encounter took place on Saturday at Newbridge Fields, where heavy rain the previous night had caused the Ewenny River to overflow, flooding the fields. The situation was so dire that a beached fish was discovered just yards from the boundary, raising questions about the match's viability. Winning the toss proved crucial, as the home side opted to field first on a treacherous surface.