Welsh Country Magazine July – August 2018

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Featured in this issue of Welsh Country Magazine:

 

Countryside

6. WELSH CONNECTIONS – Ann Williams gives us an interesting insight into Royal Plaques in Wales.

12. FISHING – Tony Rees explores the river Taff, the jewel in the crown in the former Eastern Industrial valleys of south Wales.

Out & about

9. STORIES IN STONE – Geoff Brookes tells the tragic tale of the innocent Italian men from Wales, who died at sea on the Arandora Star.

14. WALKING WALES – The limestone escarpment of Creigiau Eglwyseg towers is Tom Hutton’s short walk that offers spectacular scenery, huge views and a fair amount of history too.

18. NEWSROUND – A snapshot of what’s happening around Wales.

Eat, drink & sleep

20. BEST OF WELSH & BORDERS FOOD GUIDE – How to source some of the best food and drink in Wales & the Borders.

26. WELSH KITCHEN – Some recipe suggestions for you: Spicy Baby Potatoes & Chorizo, Crunchy Summer Salad With Celery, Radish And Apple, BBQ British Asparagus With Feta And Beetroot Dressing and BerryWorld Strawberry Rocky Road.

28. WELSH FOOD & DRINK – Llandudno has had a genius idea for its Tourist Information Centre.

30. HOT FROM THE KITCHEN – Chef Gareth Johns is full of plans for the fresh summer produce coming through.

30. LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETS – Please support our markets.

31. FOOD FESTIVALS – Wonderful food festivals not to miss.

32. FOOD LARDER – The latest news from our Best of Welsh & Border producers.

34. WHERE TO EAT – Fabulous food, much of it local in our selection of the best restaurants, bistros, inns and pubs.

56 STAY AWHILE – If you can escape for a break, do try one of our super places.

Lifestyle

35. PICTORIAL WALES – Another selection of fabulous photos from Thomas Winstone – what a talented photographer he is.

42. PAMPER – A selection of beauty products you might enjoy.

48. BOOKSHELF – Three book reviews for you to enjoy.

49. POETRY – Ronald Stuart Thomas is Martin Perry’s poem cleverly illustrated by Zoe Gladwin.

50. ARTS – Use our fabulous artists and craft workers for that special gift.

53. GRUMPY OLD GEEZER – Is unhappy that some Tourist Information Centres are slamming their doors shut.

53. MUSIC – Five varied CDs for you to enjoy.

61. GARDENING – National Gardening Scheme take a look at the Midsummer Garden.

66. HOROSCOPES –Christine Chalklin gives her forecast for July and August.

67. NOTHING TO WEAR? There’s clothing temptation from: Crags, Didriksons, Joules & Weird Fish.

Plus

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