Creating a masterpiece at Tŷ Newydd
Get some inspiration on a course at Tŷ Newydd, the National Writing Centre of Wales.
Hedd Wyn: the soldier poet of Eryri (Snowdonia)
The poet Hedd Wyn died at Pilckem Ridge, but leaves a remarkable legacy more than a 100 years on.
Great Welsh cultural activities
A Dylan Thomas trail around Swansea Bay
Trace the story of Dylan Thomas around Swansea in West Wales, his home for more than half his life.
Where to catch a show in Wales
10 brilliant theatres where you can catch a top performance near wherever you are in Wales.
Border Country – a literary itinerary
Jude Rogers discovers Raymond Williams’ Border Country with a Literary Atlas day out.
Ten places in Wales with literary connections
Author and poet Rhys Iorweth visits ten special places which have inspired Welsh writers.
Take a tour of Dylan Thomas' Laugharne
Discover the places in Laugharne associated with the great Welsh poet and writer Dylan Thomas.
The quirky cinema circuit of Wales
Enjoy an epic film production at some of these wonderful Welsh picture-houses.
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Great cultural events
10 things not to miss on the maes
A guide to the national festival of Wales - a unique celebration of Welsh arts, language and culture.
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The best things about Tafwyl...
Music, art, family fun in the city. Here’s a few reasons why this Welsh festival is on the rise.
Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales
Get creative with hands-on heritage crafts
Have a go at some traditional Welsh crafts. Make your own Welsh lovespoon, spin wool, or carve slate.
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Cultural things to discover
Art galleries in Wales
Art galleries in Wales are packed with creative brilliance, both old and sparkling new.
Take a tour of Dylan Thomas' Laugharne
Discover the places in Laugharne associated with the great Welsh poet and writer Dylan Thomas.
Mad for museums in Wales
Wales has over 90 accredited museums, ranging from industrial heritage, to textiles and fine art.
Roald Dahl's links to the Norwegian Church
Discover the history behind Cardiff Bay's Norwegian Church and its connection with Roald Dahl.
Places in Wales with connections to JRR Tolkien
Discover the Wales that Tolkien loved. Visit places with a connection to the writer and his work.
Journeys through Welsh literary landscapes
Discover the famous Welsh poets and writers who have been inspired by Wales’ language and landscapes.
St Davids: five perfect sketching spots
St Davids Arts Group runs through its top five picture-perfect sketching spots.
The magic of the coracle
The history of the coracle, a one-person boat used for centuries by fishermen in Wales and beyond.
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Cardiff: a city of arts, music and theatre
Find out about Cardiff's must-visit cultural venues, museums and performance spaces.
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Following Cardiff's street art trail
Yusuf Ismail and Shawqi Hasson, the artists behind UNIFY, share the locations and inspiration behind the murals.
Your guide to the biggest Welsh music festivals
Feed your mind, body and soul at one of the dozens of music festivals taking place across Wales.
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Get your groove on
Discover our favourite record shops stocked Welsh artists to listen to anywhere in the world.
The best of Bethesda, by 9Bach’s Lisa Jên Brown
Singer, songwriter and actress Lisa Jên Brown shares why her hometown, Bethesda, is so special.
Discover cultural Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire's must-visit castles, gardens, stately homes and museums.
Explore Llandudno - follow the White Rabbit!
Follow the Alice in Wonderland Trails around Llandudno to see the places that inspired Lewis Carroll.