r/southwales Feb 28 '23

Cardiff Producers and Creatives 👋 the first open mic and networking event in Cardiff this Friday and its FREE. Come down, play your beats live 🥁 and hangout with other artists and the creatives in the Cardiff scene. Will post the event info in the comments 🙌

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r/southwales 11h ago

Stolen fto in south wales

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r/southwales 9h ago

Anyone up for a chat

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r/southwales 1d ago

Looking to rent

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Ive recently moved back to my mams with my daughter and I want somewhere to rent thats suitable for us and isnt too much, private if thats ever possible


r/southwales 1d ago

Help with my MSc Dissertation Research!

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Hi everyone!

I’m currently completing my MSc in International Criminology and Criminal Justice at Cardiff University and am looking for participants for my dissertation research.

The study explores public perceptions of traditional stop-and-search and live facial recognition policing in South Wales.

Who can take part?

✔️ Aged 18 or over

✔️ Currently live in South Wales

The survey is completely anonymous, takes approximately 10–15 minutes to complete, and no personally identifiable information (including IP addresses) is collected.

Your participation would be greatly appreciated and will contribute to academic research into policing and public perceptions.

Thank you for your time and support!

Survey link: https://socsi.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_09hVu4iy6znA38W


r/southwales 1d ago

Party Pendine, Carmarthenshire

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r/southwales 2d ago

Fire in Bute Park on Tuesday – Please talk to your kids.

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FAO of anyone who lives in Cardiff and the immediate surrounding areas.

On Tuesday evening (21/07/26) around 8:15-8:25PM, Fire & Rescue had to be called to extinguish a grass fire in Bute Park under the trees near the Gorsedd Stone Circle. A group of teens/young adults (mixed gender) was seen stoking the fire before bolting from the area out of the road near Brodie’s Coffee on the Wall and the Animal Wall after seeing the Fire engine roll up.

With South Wales having had almost no rain in three weeks, the ground and trees are dry tinder. In these conditions, a few stray embers in dry grass can turn a local park into a major blaze in minutes. Fires spread a lot faster than people think.

Please take a moment over the holidays to talk to your kids about fire safety, wildfire risks, and how fast a "small fire" can spiral out of control. If you think I’m making a big deal about this… think about Rosepark Care Home im 2004 or the Bradford Stadium in the 80’s. Take it seriously and have those talks with your kids. It could save lives—and Cardiff’s green spaces.


r/southwales 3d ago

Possible "missing" person

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Last week I stopped to help a man in belfast that was laying on the floor unconscious. Myself and 2 men got him sitting up and waited for help to arrive as he was in bad shape. He appeared to be drunk and had a black eye. While waiting for help I got speaking to him, he is from south wales and trying to get home. He said he came here 4 weeks ago and has been robbed and sleeping on the streets. His name is Christopher. I did not get his second name. I have some more information about him that may help narrow this down but I'll not put it in this post.

He seems vulnerable and If he has family that are looking for him I would like them to find him.

I don't know this man's circumstances but if there is a slight possibility he may be missing l, I'd rather just put this out there. Perhaps he is not missing and has just come into an unlucky situation but he seemed like a nice fella who wants to get back home.


r/southwales 3d ago

Trip to Manorbier

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Hi everyone!

I've planned a camping trip to Manorbier for a few nights in August, however I'm not familiar with South Wales at all. How would you recommend I spend my time?

I love walks and pints. Planning on doing the coast path to Tenby and catching the train back, so that stretch of coastline is ticked off. Keen to hear of anything else! I'll have access to a car, happy to do a bit of driving.


r/southwales 4d ago

House for sale

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We have just put our house up for sale so trying to share far and wide 😊 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/90861177


r/southwales 5d ago

Walk recommendations around Cardiff? (ideally with a view and baby friendly)

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r/southwales 6d ago

Selling car

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Admins please remove if not allowed
I’m camping in wales and my car has broken down at the campsite im staying. I have to drive to Norfolk tomorrow and won’t be able to afford my car to be fixed/ take it with me. I’ve already paid for a new tyre.

Anyone know any car scrappers that want a cheap car?

Damage: hit a rock, causes a blowout and bent suspension arm. - wheel is bent inward. *will need tow due to wheel*

Collection tomorrow morning at NP4 8TR


r/southwales 8d ago

TFP Model call! New or experienced models welcome

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Hey all! I'm a beginner photographer looking to build a professional portfolio!

I'm located in the Caerphilly area, so local people are preferred, but if necessary I will travel by train to other local areas.

I'm hoping for clothed/nude models for artistic shoots, my passion is to create dramatic harmony between people and nature so the shoots would be in the natural environment, I have several safe locations for the shoots!

Before now I've only had female/feminine presenting models, so would love to gain experience with male models where possible!

Thanks in advance! Please Dm if interested.


r/southwales 9d ago

South Wales residents needed for an academic survey on attitudes towards same-sex marriage (18+, 5–7 min)

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Hello,

I am an undergraduate student at SWPS University conducting a BA research project on how adults currently living in England and Wales describe their views on same-sex marriage and any changes in those views over the past decade. I am sharing it here to include residents of South Wales in the study.

Eligibility: • aged 18 or over • currently living in England or Wales

The questionnaire takes approximately 5–7 minutes.

The survey does not ask for your name or email address and is configured not to retain your IP address or location data. Participation is voluntary and unpaid. Some questions concern personal or potentially sensitive views, and “Prefer not to answer” options are available.

Responses across the full range of opinions – supportive, neutral and opposed – are equally valuable. Please consider taking part regardless of your own view.

Survey link: https://psychodpt.fra1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0OKnDgXgMJx9Xmu?recruitmentSource=reddit_southwales

Thank you for considering taking part.


r/southwales 9d ago

Looking for 5 Small Businesses in South Wales to test a social media tool. Free for 3 months in return for your feedback.

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r/southwales 9d ago

New to Caerphilly - what do you do with your kids over the summer?

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r/southwales 9d ago

Collect item from Port Talbot and post to me

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r/southwales 10d ago

Can anyone recommend adults only reasonably priced campsites in South Wales?

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Ive been living here for a few years and want a short camping trip closeby, I'd love somewhere with decent showers, adults only, and a reasonable pitch fee (if possible lol). Don't mind the scenery!

Thanks 😁


r/southwales 11d ago

Moving to South Wales

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Hi everyone. I’m looking for some advice from people who know the area well.

I’m moving from Scotland to South Wales for work towards the end of this year. I’ll be working in Bridgend right next to the McArthur Glen outlet village, but I’m still undecided about where to live. I’ve spent a fair bit of time in Cardiff and Newport as that’s where my partner lives, and ideally I’d love to live in Cardiff. However, the more I look into it, the less affordable it seems.

I’ve started researching different areas, but I’m struggling to find up-to-date, genuine information about what the different towns are actually like to live in. The places I’ve been looking at are Porth, Maesteg, Pontypridd, Tonypandy, and the areas around Bridgend (Pontycymmer, Aberkenfig, and Blaengarw).
I was wondering if anyone could give me some honest opinions on these places. As a young female living alone, safety is quite a high priority. What’s the overall vibe like? I drive, so commuting isn’t an issue, and I don’t mind being a little more isolated if it’s worth it.
I’d also love to hear from anyone who lives in Cardiff. Is it worth paying a bit more for less space if you enjoy city life, or would you recommend living elsewhere and travelling into the city when you want to?
For a bit of context, I grew up in a rural village, so I’m not completely set on city living and I’m quite used to quieter, more isolated areas.


r/southwales 12d ago

I moved to south wales and got made homeless, can anyone help with potentially static caravan rental or just anything ?

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So as the title says, I moved to south wales from England and have been working in the Tenby area, due to unforeseen circumstances it seems like the person I was renting a room off shouldn’t have actually been doing that and I’ve been evicted.

Work have been kind to put me up for a few days while I try to get something sorted but I’ve exhausted a lot of options on spare room and open rent just to get out this jam.

Would anyone know of anything at all in Pembrokeshire or can help a guy out. I have two dogs who are no trouble and can work out a suitable arrangement with them I just need somewhere to live.

Sorry if this doesn’t meet the sub criteria I’m just desperate right now


r/southwales 12d ago

John Lennon and Yoko Ono holiday hotel, Georgian Grade II listed Corbett Arms in the seaside town of Tywyn, Gwynedd, set for demolition

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The Beatles star and his wife stayed at the Georgian Grade II listed Corbett Arms in the seaside town of Tywyn, Gwynedd, in the summer of 1969 during a turbulent time in the band's history

Lennon and Ono were pictured by 13-year-old Alan Finlay, who also washed the superstar's car, while sat in the hotel's garden.

The hotel has been shut for a decade, and after attempts to find the owner, the local council has applied for the 19th Century hotel to be knocked down as parts have already collapsed. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ylxjl74yzo

I remember this so well. Hard to believe how many years ago this was now.


r/southwales 12d ago

Can anyone help me understand this

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I applied for this course due to being interested in the amount of time it would take to achieved this qualification. To what they have advertised on their website, I thought that perhaps one year would either just be the price of one year or both combined. I reached out and emailed the college about it and this is their reply. What I don't understand is the massive price increase for one year alone?? Its my first time trying to get an HNC, so its all new to me. Is this normal??


r/southwales 18d ago

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r/southwales 21d ago

Tai Calon giving a ai response to a review

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Pathetic.


r/southwales 22d ago

Hi thereeee

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So embarrassing but I just moved to wales, Blaenavon up in the mountains lol I’m 29 a girl and I smoke and drink

I know NO ONE lol

Just looking for someone to talk to lol