There will be an ecumenical Christmas Memorial Service at the Wenallt Chapel at Thornhill Crematorium in Rhiwbina on Sunday 30 November at 11.30am. The 45-minute service, conducted by Rev Jason Tugwell, will include readings, poems and carols, with Deborah Morgan Lewis leading the singing. Everyone is welcome to attend. There will a collection in aid of the Lord Mayor of Cardiff ’s (Rhiwbina councillor Adrian Robson) two chosen charities for the year: the Forget-Me-Not Chorus

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

REPORT: Friends of Rhiwbina Library author talk - Professor Richard Thomas on 'Reporting Elections: Rethinking the Logic of Campaign Coverage' Professor Richard Thomas joined the Friends of Rhiwbina Library this week (Tuesday 11 November) to give an engaging talk on how politics and general elections are covered by journalists and news organisations. A professor at Swansea University and head of its School of Culture and Communication, Richard has written extensively about bi

The UK tour of the Olivier award-winning production of classic musical Fiddler on the Roof arrives at Cardiff's New Theatre next week (18-22 November). The show, which won the Oliviers for Best Musical Revival, Best Set Design, and Best Sound Design, stars Matthew Woodyatt as Tevye, Jodie Jacobs as Golde, and Olivier Award nominee Beverley Klein as Yente. WIdely regarded as one of the greatest musicals of all time, it features much-loved songs including If I Were A Rich Man

Plans to open an Italian bistro-style restaurant and deli in the former Little People Store in Rhiwbina village have been given the go-ahead. We first reported on the proposal in August and last month shared the news that of the then received 36 public responses, only 3 objected to the development. Cardiff Council has now granted full planning permission for the change of use. Several conditions have to be met, including noise mitigation measures, use of the front externa

A rogue trader and his accomplice have been jailed for defrauding vulnerable customers by carrying out substandard work at highly inflated prices, intimidating victims who questioned the quality or cost of the work and attempting to pervert the course of justice. John Janes, 26, of Wentloog Road, Cardiff, and Stephen Linsey, 42, of Heol Gaer, Cardiff were sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court last Friday. John Janes Janes operated under several misleading business names to appear

REVIEW: 'Murder at Midnight' at New Theatre, Cardiff It's New Year's Eve in the fancy Kent home of one-eyed gangster, pig farmer, and Robbie Williams fanatic, Jonny 'The Cyclops' Drinkwater. Jonny (played by TV and stage favourite Jason Durr) also owns seven angry Rottweilers and can get angry himself. When he does, those who get in his way may find themselves murdered, chopped up, and fed to the pigs. So, when he arrives home unexpectedly, just as his girlfriend (Katie McGly

Rhiwbina-based artist and designer David Hopkins , recalls some of the experiences and events and that have influenced and contributed towards the artworks that he now produces and sells, which put a different perspective on familiar subjects. Do you sometimes reflect how you got to where you are now? Was there a plan? Or did it just happen? In my case, I think it just happened, but now I’m not so sure. It appears that I’m revisiting what I started doing almost a lifetime ago

Our premier partner David Reid of Rhiwbina-based DL Reid Wealth and Finance will be running the London Marathon next April, raising money for the St. James's Place Charitable Foundation in aid of The Children's Trust. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for me as a runner and, more importantly, to raise funds for such an important cause,” said David. The Children's Trust is the UK's leading charity for children with brain injury. They deliver rehabilitation, education and community

There will be more tree-planting events in Rhiwbina and other parts of North Cardiff over the coming weeks and months, as part of Cardiff Council’s ‘Coed Caerdydd’ urban forest project. There are plans to plant a further 30,000 trees in the city’s green spaces, as well as on its streets and in school, community and privately-owned spaces by spring next year. Volunteers helping out at the Coed Caerdydd tree nursery. Image credit: Cardiff Council The plan aims to build on the s

A children's play area in north Cardiff is being redeveloped after consultation with children at nearby schools. Cardiff Council consulted pupils from Rhydypenau Primary and Coed Glas Primary Schools and have selected the play equipment which will be installed as a result. Image: Rhiwbina Info Demolition is currently taking place at the park, which is accessible by foot from Fidlas Road and Rhydypenau Road. The council has provided images of what the park will eventually loo

Promotional content After a successful second year of business, Lisa Curtis Estate Agents are again renewing their partnership with Rhiwbina Info. Lisa said: “It has been another exciting year as Lisa Curtis Estate Agents . It was a big leap of faith for me to go out on my own two years ago, but I’m still thoroughly enjoying my business.” As an independent agent, Lisa doesn’t restrict herself to office hours but offers a bespoke service at flexible times that work for you. Sh

As autumn takes hold, Cardiff’s hubs and libraries - including Rhiwbina Hub - are again opening their doors to offer a warm, safe, and welcoming space for anyone feeling the pinch of rising costs. Residents are welcome to drop into their local hub or library during regular opening hours to enjoy a comfortable environment where they can have a hot drink and light snack, relax, connect with others, read, and access a range of support services. Rhiwbina Hub in Pen-y-Dre is open

Llanishen Fach Primary School's new specialist resource base (SRB) has officially opened in Rhiwbina. The purpose-built facility will respond to the increasing demand in Cardiff for specialist provision, by providing places for children with severe and complex learning needs. Image: Cardiff Council The £4.4m development has been funded by the Welsh Government, with support from Cardiff Council’s capital programme and delivered by construction company Knox & Wells. Dosbarth En

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

REVIEW: 'No Man's Land' at Sherman Theatre, Cardiff The title of No Man's Land - whose press night we attended last night (Wednesday 15 October) - suggests an unflinching theatrical journey through modern masculinity, and that is what's delivered. It also suggests necessary psychological detachment or abandon in the face of pure horror, of wartime battlefields and 'going over the top' to face an enemy, a state of unknowable terrifying existential limbo. The theme of conflict

REVIEW: 'Slava's SnowShow' at New Theatre, Cardiff Unique, bizarre, surreal, fantastic, joyful, spectacular, unforgettable. It's hard to find the right adjectives for Slava’s SnowShow , but all of those apply - and more. This multi award-winning show, which debuted in Moscow more than 30 years ago, and reached international audiences at the 1996 Edinburgh Festival, is back touring the UK, and we were at tonight's (Wednesday 15 October) opening of its Cardiff run. Slava’s Snow

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

Congratulations are in order once again to Rhiwbina village's Juboraj Restaurant for receiving another major award. While other businesses may come and go, the Juboraj has been a mainstay of Rhiwbina life for 36 years, offering quality Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine and friendly, efficient customer service. The Curry Life 2025 Awards took place on Sunday (12 October) at a ceremony, attended by over 500 people and hosted by ITV broadcaster Nina Hossain, at the Marriott Grosven

Promotional content We are pleased to report that regional law firm JNP Legal is renewing its partnership with Rhiwbina Info for another year. JNP Legal , with a head office in Merthyr Tydfil, North Cardiff office in Llanishen, and further locations in Pontyclun and Nelson, has been providing quality and affordable legal advice to their clients for over 40 years. The team specialises in law for individuals, with services including wills and probate, lasting powers of attorney