








Dear Friend
How are you today? I’m thrilled that so many of you are enjoying my “Visit Wales with Ease” series, it’s been a real joy to write, even though I was worried it wasn’t going to be of interest, silly me.
Today I’d like to showcase literary treasures and inspiring local haunts of South Wales. It’s a region I’ve called home for over 30 years, moving from Mid Wales to Cardiff at the tender age of 17 to work in HSBC, all because I wasn’t quite sure whether University was for me. Eventually, I decided to leave banking in exchange for a Food Science degree in Cardiff Met, and to this day I’ve never left this vibrant city. There are so many hidden gems and beloved spots I’d like to share with you, especially ones that have captured my heart and fuelled my creativity over the past three decades.
South Wales is a tapestry of contrasts - from the bustling streets of Cardiff, this capital city is brimming with culture and history, to the serene coastlines of the Vale of Glamorgan. So …