This week, 80% of beaches in Wales have been awarded the prestigious BLUE FLAG award for water quality and beach cleanliness.
In addition, this Saturday (5th May) Wales will officially become the first country in the world to open up a coastal footpath around its entire coastline!
The 870 mile stretch will take in 2 National Parks, 3 AONB's (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), National heritage sites, country parks, river estuary's and of course major settlements.
See BBC news for full story here
See map of the path above for the zones.
Opposition, while ramblers and environmentalists are excited by the news there are some groups opposed to the scheme:
- The travellers at Rover Way, Cardiff who are concerned that walkers will see into their caravans.
- Local landowners such as farmers and home owners with uninterrupted views of the sea.
- Health and safety experts who fear over crumbling cliffs.
Eistodfodd Competition:
On the eve of the worlds first coastal footpath opening (Sat 5th May) a range of famous MOVIE LOCATIONS can be found around the coast of Wales.
On the eve of the worlds first coastal footpath opening (Sat 5th May) a range of famous MOVIE LOCATIONS can be found around the coast of Wales.
Pupil Task: Can you find the names of famous locations in Wales
where movies have been filmed?
E.G - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - filmed in Freshwater West, Pembrokeshire
E.G - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - filmed in Freshwater West, Pembrokeshire
Every entry will be awarded points for their house and the top 5
(most film locations) will win prizes in this years Eistedfodd. GOOD LUCK!
Entries must be on paper with your name, form and pen name clearly visible.
Closing Date 5th June 2012
Entries must be on paper with your name, form and pen name clearly visible.
Closing Date 5th June 2012
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