A Sweet Escape: Where to Pick Your Own Fruit Near Cardiff

Apart from a spot of city park foraging, a visit to a pick-your-own (PYO) fruit farm is one of my favourite ways to spend time outside, get closer to nature, and bring home a bounty of seasonal produce to enjoy. It’s a properly wholesome experience – a chance to slow down and grab a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Here are some of the best places to PYO fruit near Cardiff.

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Five of The Best Bluebell Woodland Walks in Wales

The sight of bluebells carpeting a woodland floor is one of my favourite things about spring – but Coed Cadw (the Woodland Trust in Wales), has warned that it may become increasingly rare, thanks to the impact of human activity.

Visitors to Wales’ woodlands can play an active part in protecting these precious flowers for future generations, by following a few simple guidelines. 

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An Afternoon on the River with Canoe the Wye

I have enjoyed Symonds Yat on foot. I have enjoyed Symond’s Yat whilst sat on my arse with a pint in my hand. I had not yet enjoyed Symond’s Yat by boat.

Time to change that!

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Going Beyond Pen Y Fan: Exploring Wild Mid-Wales

Love the great outdoors, but hate when your favourite spots are packed with other people? Me too! Ditch that hungover hike up Pen Y Fan in favour of a wild Welsh adventure a little further north.

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