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Easy like Sunday morning for Rhiwbina train passengers
Residents of Rhiwbina are delighted at Transport for Wales's (TfW) confirmation of a long-awaited, hourly Sunday service between Coryton and Penarth starting on 14 December. The December timetable will introduce the new service, and a wider range of changes across the network, as part of the South Wales Metro developments.  This is an extension of the existing Cardiff-Penarth services and marks the first time TfW trains will run on a Sunday on the Coryton line. It means peop
16 hours ago


King Charles opens South Wales Metro depot
The King was in the North Cardiff area today (Friday 14 November) to officially open the South Wales Metro depot in Taff's Well.  The £100 million depot provides over 400 jobs and will be the base for a fleet of 36 tram-trains from next year. King Charles met staff at the depot and took a journey in the driver's cab on one of the new tram-trains, with children from three local schools and community representatives invited to join the celebrations. The South Wales Metro, bein
7 days ago


Big changes ahead for parking in Cardiff
There are big changes ahead for car parking in Cardiff, after the city council’s cabinet approved a new City Parking Plan yesterday (Thursday 16 October). The 10-year strategy, which follows a period of public consultation, is designed to tackle the city’s parking challenges, support sustainable travel, and improve quality of life for residents and visitors, the council says. We first reported on the proposals early last year . The council says the plan, which aims to reduce
Oct 17


Ty Glas crossing 'to reopen next week'
The pedestrian level crossing at Ty Glas station is due to reopen next week, it has been reported. Councillors for Heath and Birchgrove posted on Facebook that Transport for Wales has confirmed with them that it is planning to reopen the crossing on Friday 24 October. As we reported in the summer , the station itself is set to remain closed until spring 2026 to allow for upgrades to accommodate the new trains. The councillors, Mike Ash-Edwards, Graham Hinchey, and Julie Sang
Oct 15


Travel from Rhiwbina to Cardiff for £1
For a limited time, pay-as-you-go rail fares from Rhiwbina and other local stations to Cardiff are just £1, Transport for Wales (TfW) has...
Aug 20


Road closed due to sinkhole
A section of Maes-y-Coed Road has been closed today (Sunday 17 August) after a sinkhole opened up in the road surface. This afternoon,...
Aug 17


North Cardiff park path upgrade to start this autumn
Work to upgrade the Taff Trail through a North Cardiff park will begin in early autumn and should be completed by next March. The...
Jul 28


Rhiwbina villagers have no truck with HGVs
People power in Rhiwbina has led to the village being granted a weight limitation restricting heavy goods vehicle (HGV) use. A long-term...
Jul 19


Electric bike hire programme to launch next spring
Cardiff Council has confirmed plans to launch a new electric cycle hire programme next spring. It will be fully funded and operated by a...
Jul 10


Cardiff bus interchange welcomes two million passengers
More than two million passengers have used the new Cardiff bus interchange in its first year since opening, Transport for Wales has...
Jun 30


Summer in the city
Cardiff city centre will be host to a series of high profile concerts over the next few months, which bring with them road closures and...
Jun 25


Ty Glas station to close for upgrade work
Ty Glas station is set to be closed for 10 months to allow for upgrades in preparation for new trains on the Coryton line. Transport for...
Jun 20


New shelters for Rhiwbina and other local rail stations
Rhiwbina, Birchgrove, Whitchurch, Coryton, and Ty Glas train stations are among more than 60 stations in South East Wales where shelters...
Jun 11


Wales named UK's 'knitting capital'
Wales is the knitting capital of the UK, according to new research from First Bus into the nation's hobbies. The revelation comes as...
May 1


Road closures for rugby 'Judgement Day'
Rugby's 'Judgement Day' will be taking place on Saturday (19 April) at Principality Stadium. Judgement Day X will feature Ospreys vs...
Apr 17


Road closures for rugby tomorrow
Wales will face England in the Women's 6 Nations rugby union tomorrow (Saturday 29 March) at Principality Stadium. With the kick-off...
Mar 28


TfW issues commitments on Coryton Line (and shows how Cardiff Central could change)
Transport for Wales (TfW) has issued a series of commitments to local rail users after the news that Rhiwbina, Whitchurch, and Birchgrove...
Mar 13


Rhiwbina rail stations among worst performing in Britain
Rhiwbina station, along with Whitchurch and Birchgrove - which, despite their names, are both also in Rhiwbina - have been listed among...
Mar 11


Wales vs England travel advice
Wales will take on England next weekend (Saturday 15 March) in the Six Nations rugby union championship game at Principality Stadium....
Mar 7


Sunday service to return on Coryton line - and maybe more frequent trains
A Sunday service is returning to the Coryton line, serving Rhiwbina, Birchgrove, Whitchurch and other local stations - and Transport for...
Feb 22
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