Sport

Wales loves sport. The Principality Stadium stages international rugby, football and speedway, while Swansea City and Cardiff City play top-class opposition every week. The centre of the Welsh horseracing calendar is the Welsh National at Chepstow racecourse and you can watch the best European golfers in action at the Wales Open.

Crowds at Sophia Gardens cricket stadium watching a match.

Things to do in Wales for cricket fans

Find out where to watch cricket in Wales and how to get tickets.

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Swim, bike, run in IRONMAN Wales

With glorious beaches and a warm atmosphere, Tenby is the home to the annual IRONMAN Wales race.

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West Wales

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A sporting break in Swansea

Heading to Swansea for a sporting fixture? Make a weekend of it. There's loads to do for all the family.

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Rugby in Wales

Discover more about the special experience of Rugby international weekends in Cardiff.

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Racecourses and harness racing in Wales

Find out where to see horse racing in Wales - from point-to-point to the Welsh Grand National.

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Can you beat the bog?

Fancy a 60 metre swim in a peat bog? Of course you do. There’s a World Title up for grabs.

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Showcasing para sport in Swansea

Find out more about the action-packed week of events included in the Para Sport Festival in Swansea.

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Swansea Bay

Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales

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Wales' wacky races

Some of the most weird, wonderful and wild races in Wales, from racing trains to bog snorkelling.

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Welcome to mountain biking in Wales

No matter what kind of off-road mountain biking you're looking to do, Wales has it covered.

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Make an event break of it in Cardiff

Visiting Cardiff for an event? Make the most of your time in the capital with these recommendations.

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Cardiff

Outside the Principality Stadium.

More than just a stadium…

Principality Stadium in Cardiff is the National Stadium of Wales. Read on to discover why it's such a special place.

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Cardiff

Watersports

Several small boats sailing off the coast.

Stunning spots for sailing lessons

Follow in the wake of Olympic sailors and learn the ropes off our coast and on our inland lakes.

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Exhilarating white water rafting adventures

Enjoy the thrill of a white water adventure or the tranquility of a scenic river journey.

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Favourite Welsh waves

Find the best breaks in Wales, chosen by champion pro-surfer and Swansea girl Gwen Spurlock.

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Get out on the water and explore!

Top spots to discover the seas, lakes, rivers and canals of Wales by kayak or canoe.

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Golf

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Championship golf trails in Wales

Discover golfing trails that show off the best of Wales, on and off the course.

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The green, green courses of the land of song

Over 200 golf courses and 23 links courses make Wales the ideal location for golf holidays

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World-class coastal links courses you have to play

Wales is the perfect place to explore the coastline while enjoying a round of golf.

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Golf and spa hotels: the best of both worlds

Enjoy a great round of golf coupled with a sumptuous spa treatment in the heart of Wales. Bliss.

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