The Waverley returns to our coastline again in June 2024. If you’d like to see the itinerary and perhaps make a booking too (you’ll need to be quick), then Click Here to visit the website.
World’s Last Sea-Going Paddle Steamer
Half a Zip
Zipworld is about to open new facilities at Dolgarrog – Zip World Conwy. As part of their launch, they are offering 50% discount to local people who live in certain postcode areas such as ‘LL’. Click Here to find out more about their offer and the events that you can participate in.
One-Off Opportunity
Drew Pritchard, local antiques dealer and star of Salvage Hunters on the TV, is auctioning off his 30-year private collection of antiques/collectibles. Dreweatts auction house will hold the auction on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th March 2024. Click Here for more details.
Book and Show
Fancy doing something a little bit different this afternoon in Oswestry? If so, you’ll need to hurry. Caroline Quentin presents her new book about horticulture and her life. Click Here for details.
Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus/Happy St. David’s Day
Whatever you are doing today to celebrate this national saint’s day, enjoy yourselves.
Apple of Discord
In Greek Mythology, Eris, the Goddess of Discord, threw a golden apple with the inscription “For the fairest”, into an assembly of the Gods at the wedding of Thetis and Peleus. Aphrodite, Hera and Athena each claimed the apple. The Gods could not decide which one of the three should have it, so Zeus chose Paris of Troy to be the judge. Paris gave the apple to Aphrodite, who then promised him Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world. The result was The Trojan War. The event was frequently painted as The Judgement of Paris and was popular with artists from the Middle Ages to the 19th Century.
There’s Money In It
If you’re looking for another crown green bowling festival to enter and win some money, then keep your eye open for the Isle of Man Festival from 17th to 24th June 2024. Although individual competitions are still to be confirmed, you can book your accommodation now through the Visit Isle of Man website.
It’s the Journey That Matters
Are you planning to drive somewhere soon? Did you know that Traffic Wales (the Welsh government’s information service for motorways and trunk roads) can be accessed online so that you can check out your journey in advance and find out if there are any roadworks or ongoing problems. Click Here to check out their website.
A Match
Question: Why is a four-quart jug like a lady’s side-saddle?
Source: “A Thousand and One Riddles: With a Few Thrown In”, Victorian book published by George Routledge & Sons, Limited.
Answer: Because it holds a gall-on.
Spot the Difference
What is the difference between a hen and an idle musician?
One lays at pleasure, the other plays at leisure.
Source: “A Thousand and One Riddles: With a Few Thrown In”, Victorian book published by George Routledge & Sons, Limited.
Vardre Deganwy Crown Green Bowling Club 