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Swansea Life adopts official charity

maggies logo Swansea Life Magazine has adopted Maggie’s Centre as its charity of the year.

Maggie’s is a place where people diagnosed with cancer or their family or friends can turn for support or advice at any time.

Oystermouth Castle: From Norman stronghold to romantic ruins

With Its Colourful History And Unrivalled View Over The Sweeping Curve Of Swansea Bay, Oystermouth Castle Holds A Special Place In The Hearts Of Residents. But What It Can Offer Visitors Is About To Be Improved. By Dai Blatchford

In the 12th Century the earliest part of the castle, the keep, was established by William de Londres who also held neighbouring Ogmore Castle.

Relative Values

Noel Coward once penned an immortal piece of advice in the song Don’t Put Your Daughter on the Stage Mrs Worthington. But in the case of Menna Trussler and Nia Trussler-Jones his advice would have, quite rightly, fallen on deaf years.

Nia followed mother Menna into the business and they have both carved out successful careers for themselves. They have even appeared together on a number of occasions and thrive in such scenarios. Later this year, they again join forces at Swansea Grand in Stephen Sandheim’s musical “company” with 4th Wall Productions.

Restaurant of the month

Didier and Stephanie
56 St Helen’s Road, Swansea SA1 4BE

A little island of French style and sophistication, Didier and Stephanie’s restaurant is a labour of love. By Jenny White

When Didier Suve and Stephanie Danvel took jobs at a Mumbles restaurant 10 years ago, little did they know that Swansea would become their home.

Use the sunshine to sweat

Long summer days can represent the perfect reason to get out of the gym and enjoy exercising outdoors. Emily Ann Cole explains how to make the most of the weather.

Longer evenings and a bit of sunshine mean you can say goodbye to stuffy gyms and hello to running, biking and outdoor exercise. Instead of watching TV or listening to music while watching many other sweaty bodies work out, you can take in the sights and sounds of our beautiful countryside or beaches. It is a whole different experience and one that makes exercise far more pleasurable.

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