We are often asked to check if a tax return needs to be submitted to H M Revenue and Customs (HMRC) as it is difficult to navigate the rules provided on the HMRC website at www.gov.uk In most cases the best way to check the position is to consider at all the income you have received in the last tax year, … Read More
BAFTA award-winning screenwriter and twice CWA Gold Dagger nominated novelist, Matthew Hall, will be discussing his work writing both TV scripts and novels, including the TV phenomenon Keeping Faith, at a special event at the Penarth Pier Pavilion on Wednesday, 27th November, 7:30pm. Hosted by independent bookshop, Griffin Books, the event will also include a Q&A with Matthew Hall and … Read More
Matthew Warchus directs Andrew Scott of BBC’s Sherlock and Fleabag in Noël Coward’s provoactive comedy Present Laughter. As he prepares to embark on a overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at … Read More
Penarth Town centre dazzles at lights switch-on Thousands flocked to Penarth Town Centre this weekend for the annual Christmas switch on which signals the town’s official countdown to December 25. Celebrations started at 12pm when Windsor Road filled to the brim with families eager to see the illuminations and catch a glimpse of the man in red! Crowds were treated … Read More
Penarth’s independent bookshop, Griffin Books, has announced two new events for the New Year. The Dirty Vegan himself, Matt Pritchard, returns with his second book Dirty Vegan: Another Bite, and crime writing superstar Sophie Hannah will visit Penarth to talk about her new standalone novel, Haven’t They Grown. From the co-creator and star of the cult TV show Dirty Sanchez, … Read More
Fresh from 5* reviews and sold-out houses in London’s West End, 9 to 5 The Musical tells the story of three workmates pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss. Concocting a plan to kidnap and turn the tables on their despicable supervisor, will the women manage to reform their office, or will events unravel when the CEO … Read More
Join us, at Griffin Books Penarth, for an evening with bestselling American thriller writer, Tess Gerritsen, as she visits the UK to launch her latest novel, a standalone gothic thriller called ‘The Shape of Night’. A perfect night out for Halloween week! We’ve all done things we’re ashamed of… When Ava arrives at Brodie’s Watch, she thinks she has found … Read More
Last night we joined the colourful Conga line of Cuba, for the musical tour of On Your Feet at the Wales Millennium Centre. Packed with energy from the entire cast, Westend stars, Phillipa Stefani (also stared in Rent, Wicked and Sister Act) along with George Ioannides (also stared in Annie, Mama Mia, and Officer And A Gentlemen) tell the story of Emilio … Read More
Part of our series of #DiscoverPenarth features, Penarth has many fantastic places to eat, drink, and socialise with friends and family, suitable for all budgets and tastes. We’ve compiled a list of our favourite restaurants to visit for great dishes, guaranteed to tantalise your taste buds and make you want to discover more of what our town has to offer. … Read More
Craft spirit distillery and flagship visitor experience coming to historic Hensol Castle in South Wales As part of a £7 million scheme, the basement of a 17th century, Grade I-listed Hensol Castle, at the Vale Resort in South Wales, will be converted into a craft distillery, bonded warehouse, bottling plant, gin school and visitor experience. This scheme will … Read More
