Sheila’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Opposite the Cwtch is the popular Heath Park. It is large with plenty of room for families, sports, dog walkers and even a miniature train (well worth a visit when it is open).
6 locals recommend
Heath Park
149 King George V Dr EOpposite the Cwtch is the popular Heath Park. It is large with plenty of room for families, sports, dog walkers and even a miniature train (well worth a visit when it is open).
Spend a pleasant afternoon at the Lake. It was opened in 1894 and it still retains its classic Victorian atmosphere and layout of characterful linear parks, extending along the Nant Fawr stream. It is one of Cardiff's Green Flag parks. Roath Park is just a ten minute walk from the Cwtch and on-street parking is also available in the surrounding area.
146 locals recommend
Roath Park
Lake Road WestSpend a pleasant afternoon at the Lake. It was opened in 1894 and it still retains its classic Victorian atmosphere and layout of characterful linear parks, extending along the Nant Fawr stream. It is one of Cardiff's Green Flag parks. Roath Park is just a ten minute walk from the Cwtch and on-street parking is also available in the surrounding area.
St Fagans Castle is an Elizabethan mansion in St Fagans, Cardiff, Wales, dating from the late 16th century. The house and remaining medieval fortifications are Grade I listed. The grounds of St Fagans Castle now contain St Fagans National Museum of History. End the day with a visit to the Plymouth Arms pub for food and a refreshing drink.
328 locals recommend
St Fagans National Museum of History
St Fagans Castle is an Elizabethan mansion in St Fagans, Cardiff, Wales, dating from the late 16th century. The house and remaining medieval fortifications are Grade I listed. The grounds of St Fagans Castle now contain St Fagans National Museum of History. End the day with a visit to the Plymouth Arms pub for food and a refreshing drink.
The most fascinating Castle in Wales, with 2000 years of history in the heart of the city centre.
376 locals recommend
Cardiff Castle
Castle StThe most fascinating Castle in Wales, with 2000 years of history in the heart of the city centre.
Spend an enjoyable few hours at the National Museum Cardiff. Situated in the heart of Cardiff’s elegant civic centre, it houses Wales’s national art, geology and natural history collections as well as major touring and temporary exhibitions.
Take an amazing journey in The Evolution of Wales from the very beginnings of time to the present day. The story begins in space with the Big Bang and takes you on a 4,600 million-year journey, bringing you face to face with dinosaurs and woolly mammoths along the way. Find out how life evolved in Wales and which dinosaurs roamed the land
221 locals recommend
National Museum Cardiff
Spend an enjoyable few hours at the National Museum Cardiff. Situated in the heart of Cardiff’s elegant civic centre, it houses Wales’s national art, geology and natural history collections as well as major touring and temporary exhibitions.
Take an amazing journey in The Evolution of Wales from the very beginnings of time to the present day. The story begins in space with the Big Bang and takes you on a 4,600 million-year journey, bringing you face to face with dinosaurs and woolly mammoths along the way. Find out how life evolved in Wales and which dinosaurs roamed the land
Approximately 4 miles south of Cardiff City Centre on the north shore of the Severn Estuary at the southern end of Cardiff Bay. Here's some of the best spots to visit, walk, sit, shop, eat and drink and all local or independent too!
75 locals recommend
Penarth Pier Pavilion
The EsplanadeApproximately 4 miles south of Cardiff City Centre on the north shore of the Severn Estuary at the southern end of Cardiff Bay. Here's some of the best spots to visit, walk, sit, shop, eat and drink and all local or independent too!
Oh Dave, what''s occurring! " Gavin & Stacey"
Barry Island is famous for its golden beaches, family amusements, beach huts and of course fish and chips!
23 locals recommend
Barry Island Beach
Oh Dave, what''s occurring! " Gavin & Stacey"
Barry Island is famous for its golden beaches, family amusements, beach huts and of course fish and chips!
Castell Coch is a 19th-century Gothic Revival castle built above the village of Tongwynlais in South Wales. The first castle on the site was built by the Normans after 1081 to protect the newly conquered town of Cardiff and control the route along the Taff Gorge.
168 locals recommend
Castell Coch
Castell Coch is a 19th-century Gothic Revival castle built above the village of Tongwynlais in South Wales. The first castle on the site was built by the Normans after 1081 to protect the newly conquered town of Cardiff and control the route along the Taff Gorge.
Food scene
Just 5 - 10 minutes walk from Cwtch. Great value food and drinks. 2 or 3 course daily menu has great selection. Lovely beer garden.
Three Arches
Heathwood RoadJust 5 - 10 minutes walk from Cwtch. Great value food and drinks. 2 or 3 course daily menu has great selection. Lovely beer garden.
At The Nine Giants we love getting together over tasty, great quality food. We’re all about cooking up honest grub at great prices. From our Caribbean-style Jerk Skewers to our juicy Beyond Meat ® Burger, or build-your-own kids meals — there's something for everyone to get stuck into.
With great value offers available all week, you won’t need an excuse to treat the family.
With BT Sport and Sky Sports access, you can watch all televised Premier League matches and the top European action from UEFA Champions League, Europa League and more.
The Nine Giants
Thornhill RoadAt The Nine Giants we love getting together over tasty, great quality food. We’re all about cooking up honest grub at great prices. From our Caribbean-style Jerk Skewers to our juicy Beyond Meat ® Burger, or build-your-own kids meals — there's something for everyone to get stuck into.
With great value offers available all week, you won’t need an excuse to treat the family.
With BT Sport and Sky Sports access, you can watch all televised Premier League matches and the top European action from UEFA Champions League, Europa League and more.
The Deri Inn
Heol-Y-DeriGood for Sunday Lunch. Lovely beer garden !
Everything you need from a country pub near you.
The inn takes its name from Elizabeth Lewis, heiress of a major local landowner in the area, who married the Third Earl of Plymouth in the early 1700's. The Plymouth Arms' location provided easy access to Cardiff and was a popular stop off point for people travelling there in traditional handsom cabs.
The menus are full of hearty favourites and country pub classics, as well as their seasonal spring dishes, and a well-stocked bar, including cask ales, fine wines and British gin to suit very taste - which will taste all the better when enjoyed either in the beautiful gardens or by the crackling log fires.
The Plymouth Arms
Everything you need from a country pub near you.
The inn takes its name from Elizabeth Lewis, heiress of a major local landowner in the area, who married the Third Earl of Plymouth in the early 1700's. The Plymouth Arms' location provided easy access to Cardiff and was a popular stop off point for people travelling there in traditional handsom cabs.
The menus are full of hearty favourites and country pub classics, as well as their seasonal spring dishes, and a well-stocked bar, including cask ales, fine wines and British gin to suit very taste - which will taste all the better when enjoyed either in the beautiful gardens or by the crackling log fires.
Situated in the centre of Cardiff. Great food, lovely atmosphere. I would recommend 👌
9 locals recommend
Tŷ Madeira Restaurant
32 St Mary StSituated in the centre of Cardiff. Great food, lovely atmosphere. I would recommend 👌
Chapel 1877 Bar & Restaurant
Churchill WayGreat for Sunday lunch .
Cosy Club
1 Hills StGreat food and cocktails 🍸
This Cardiff parlour can be found on Wellfield Road opposite the beautiful Roath Park where families can enjoy walks and play-time around its iconic lake.
10 locals recommend
Joe's Ice Cream
69 Wellfield RdThis Cardiff parlour can be found on Wellfield Road opposite the beautiful Roath Park where families can enjoy walks and play-time around its iconic lake.
Bayside Brasserie
Bright and modern with views across the bay.
Contemporary European Menu.
Perfect for lunch or dinner, especially on Sundays. A wide range of wine and beer at their 45 foot long bar. Overlooking the sea, with an enviable sun terrace, El Puerto is ideal for couples, families and friends alike.
Full a la carte menu available, plus a great value fixed price for lunches and dinners.
11 locals recommend
El Puerto Restaurant
Paget RoadPerfect for lunch or dinner, especially on Sundays. A wide range of wine and beer at their 45 foot long bar. Overlooking the sea, with an enviable sun terrace, El Puerto is ideal for couples, families and friends alike.
Full a la carte menu available, plus a great value fixed price for lunches and dinners.
Events
National stadium of Wales - the home of the Wales national rugby union team . It hosts concerts for a wide range of genres from artists such as Ramstein and Taylor Price having previously welcomed the likes of Stereophonics, Tom Jones and Ed Sheeran to name just a few.
324 locals recommend
Principality Stadium
Westgate StreetNational stadium of Wales - the home of the Wales national rugby union team . It hosts concerts for a wide range of genres from artists such as Ramstein and Taylor Price having previously welcomed the likes of Stereophonics, Tom Jones and Ed Sheeran to name just a few.
The national arts centre of Wales, situated in the heart of Cardiff Bay. Easy to find and can be reached by car, train, bus or even by boat from the city centre.
47 locals recommend
Millennium Centre station
The national arts centre of Wales, situated in the heart of Cardiff Bay. Easy to find and can be reached by car, train, bus or even by boat from the city centre.
The New Theatre is one of the principal theatres of Cardiff, entertaining the people of South Wales since 1906. It offers a wide range of high quality entertainment all year round, bringing the best in drama, opera, dance, musicals and comedy.
54 locals recommend
New Theatre
Park PlaceThe New Theatre is one of the principal theatres of Cardiff, entertaining the people of South Wales since 1906. It offers a wide range of high quality entertainment all year round, bringing the best in drama, opera, dance, musicals and comedy.
The Cardiff Wales Stadium, which is part of Sophia Gardens Cardiff, is a cricket stadium in Cardiff, Wales. It is located in Sophia Gardens on the River Taff. It is home to Glamorgan County Cricket Club and is listed as an international Test cricket venue.
46 locals recommend
Sophia Gardens Cricket Ground
Sophia WalkThe Cardiff Wales Stadium, which is part of Sophia Gardens Cardiff, is a cricket stadium in Cardiff, Wales. It is located in Sophia Gardens on the River Taff. It is home to Glamorgan County Cricket Club and is listed as an international Test cricket venue.
Cardiff Bay
Bute StreetEat, Drink and Relax at Mermaid Quay - Cardiff Waterfront
Stay close to loved ones requiring hospital treatment in Cardiff ❤
The Cwtch is walking distance to the University Hospital of Wales, also known as the Heath Hospital. It is a major 1,000-bed hospital in the Heath district of Cardiff, Wales. UHW is a teaching hospital of Cardiff University School of Medicine. Construction started in 1963, with the official opening in 1971.
12 locals recommend
University Hospital of Wales
Heath Park WayStay close to loved ones requiring hospital treatment in Cardiff ❤
The Cwtch is walking distance to the University Hospital of Wales, also known as the Heath Hospital. It is a major 1,000-bed hospital in the Heath district of Cardiff, Wales. UHW is a teaching hospital of Cardiff University School of Medicine. Construction started in 1963, with the official opening in 1971.
City advice
Getting around
Rhydypenau Crossroads - Cardiff Bus
Just 0.4 miles from Cwtch near to the Three Arches Pub.
Getting around
Heath Low Level
Turn left when you leave the Cwtch and take first left. Cross at zebra crossing and follow the road and it will take you to both Heath Low Level and Heath High Level. It is just a 5-10 minutes walk.
Getting around
Uber/Taxi
Usually cost between £8.00-£12.00 pounds into the City Centre and takes about 10-15 minutes.