Tag Archives: Splott
Proposal to convert The Canadian pub into 12 flats
Plans to convert Adamsdown pub The Canadian into flats were recently released by C2J Architects as part of a public consultation into the proposal. A 28 day Pre-application Consultation (PAC) period ran from 14th October to 11th November 2016 and residents were given the opportunity to voice opinions on plans to extend the building and […]
What’s what with Beresford Rd Bridge. Mid-build update.
This week I met Karl Gilmore, Programme Manager for Network Rail for an update on replacing Beresford Road Bridge and was invited on site to see the progress and meet some of the team working on the project. The first thing to know is that the old bridge is gone; it was removed really quickly […]
Safer Splott Neighbourhood Renewal Scheme
Plans are afoot to address anti-social behaviour in the area around the Magic Roundabout, namely East Tyndall Street and the top end of Sanquhar Street. The Safer Splott Neighbourhood Renewal Scheme (or Splott Regeneration Project as it’s more commonly known) proposes to add lighting, install CCTV cameras, create dedicated cycle paths, fix paving and fence […]
Royal Oak reopens after refurbishment (and it aint ‘alf bad mun!)
Local lovers of a tipple or two will be delighted to hear that the doors of the Royal Oak swung open again on Friday 4th November following an eight week refurb by Brains Brewery. Though the secret beer garden at the back looks much the same (it has had a little spruce), the interior is […]
Belonging: Happiness in the City – public event
Do you belong? What gives you that feeling? How do others get a feeling of belonging? How can we help each other to feel we belong, more? If you are interested in sharing your thoughts on these topics, pop along to this event and join in a colourful celebration of your differences from and connections to […]
Looky looky at the prizes on offer for the Keep Splott Tidy fundraiser!
It’s not too long now until the Keep Splott Tidy fundraiser on the 10th November at the Cottage Pub, Sanquhar Street, and look at all the lovely looty we have on offer for you quizmasters and quizmistresses and lucky raffle-ticket-takers. First prize in the quiz is a fantastic hamper of drinkies kindly donated by the […]
Replacing Splott Road Bridge: the important stuff
Network Rail has confirmed that Splott Road Bridge will be replaced as part of the railway electrification project between London and Swansea. Here are the top ten things to know: Set up work will start from late October 2016 Utilities (electricity, gas, telecoms and water) will be diverted to a temporary structure to the […]
Keep Splott Tidy Fundraising Evening: don’t skip this! Ha ha (I love a pun)!
Get your quiz groove on and prove your not rubbish by coming along to the very first Keep Splott Tidy fundraising event. On Thursday the 10th of November at 7pm, Keep Splott Tidy will be hosting its first community fundraiser with a quiz and a raffle at Splott’s own Cottage Pub. We want to buy our own […]
A mini history of the Magic Roundabout: Splott’s most famous landmark
After almost 25 years, the Magic Roundabout is having a facelift. When the road signs disappeared last month, leaving oddly alluring geometric skeletons, residents were quick to voice concerns over the future of the quirky roundabout and were relieved to hear that Cardiff Council was just giving it a spruce, not removing it all together. […]