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  Cardiff Bay - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cardiff Bay (Welsh: Bae Caerdydd) is the regeneration area created by the Cardiff Barrage which impounded two rivers (Taff and Ely) to form a new freshwater lake around the former dockland area south of the city centre of Cardiff in south Wales.
The Cardiff Bay Development Corporation was created in 1987 to stimulate the redevelopment of the run down area.
Since the early 20th century, when the city was the world's largest coal port, Cardiff's docklands had been in decline.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cardiff_Bay   (604 words)

  
 Cardiff Bay Opera House - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Opera House was conceived as a crucial part of the Cardiff Bay redevelopment project.
It lacked support from either South Glamorgan County Council or Cardiff City Council and was savaged by the media as being "elitist".
It was devastating for Wales' international image, with "Cardiff Bay" becoming a euphemism in architectural and cultural circles for narrow-mindedness, provincial conservatism and ignorance.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cardiff_Bay_Opera_House   (328 words)

  
 The Official Cardiff Bay Website
Cardiff Waterbus has introduced a new taxi service which operates throughout the year from the Bay to the city centre and Penarth.
The Cardiff Bay Development Corporation was set up in April 1987 to regenerate the 1,100 hectares of old derelict docklands of Cardiff and Penarth.
To put Cardiff on the International map as a superlative maritime city which will stand comparison with any such city in the world, thereby enhancing the image and economic well-being of Cardiff and Wales as a whole.
www.cardiffbay.co.uk   (444 words)

  
 About Cardiff Bay Website   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Cardiff owes much of its history to the Industrial Revolution of the 1790s, which stimulated mining in the valleys of South Wales.
These included the Bute West Dock, which was the first dock to be opened by the 2nd Marquess of Bute in 1839 and its seaward entrance known as the Oval Basin, the Bute East Dock in 1855, Roath Basin in 1874, Roath Dock in 1887 and the Queen Alexandra Dock in 1907.
By the 1880s, Cardiff had transformed from one of the smallest towns in Wales to the largest and its port was handling more coal than any other port in the world.
www.cardiffbay.co.uk /about.html   (419 words)

  
 Cardiff Bay
The Barrage is now complete and allows Cardiff to enjoy one of the largest marinas in southern Britain.
Cardiff Bay, mud flats et al, towards Penarth.
The Cardiff Bay scheme is ongoing and is transforming the parts of Cardiff that had become virtually derelict.
www.bakerlite.co.uk /the_bay.htm   (494 words)

  
 Cardiff travel guide - Wikitravel
Cardiff (Welsh, Caerdydd) is the capital of Wales and is located in the south of the country.
Cardiff Castle is a large castle whose foundations are based upon a Roman fort.
The superb Glamorgan Heritage Coast is around 10 miles west of Cardiff, stretching from Llantwit Major to Ogmore-by-Sea, the majestic liassic/carboniferous cliffs provide sparkling views across the bristol channel, and the small little back roads (particularly the road to ogmore-by-sea) provide some of the most spectacular driving routes in wales.
wikitravel.org /en/Cardiff   (1178 words)

  
 Cardiff Festival 2006   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Cardiff Festival, the UK’s largest FREE outdoor festival, brings colour and cultural vibrancy to the city and the waterfront of Cardiff Bay.
The spectacular Cardiff MAS Carnival staged by South Wales Intercultural Community Arts (SWICA) takes to the streets again in Cardiff Bay with a warm welcome to anyone who wishes to participate.
Cardiff Festival is funded, staged and managed by Cardiff Council.
www.cardiff-festival.com   (312 words)

  
 Anchored at Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Yacht Club is a short stroll to the end of the road.
The 1st and 2nd Double bedrooms are on this floor, one has views over the Bay and benefits from having a double and a double sofa-bed, making it a perfect family room.
Cardiff centre with the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff Castle, its Civic Centre and excellent shopping is a 20minute walk or short drive.
www.cardiffbayhouse.com   (329 words)

  
 CARDIFF
As the industrial spaces of the waterfront are transforming, a new relationship to the water must be developed that relies neither on a nostalgia for the past nor an erasure of the rich history of industrial waterfront space.
Cardiff Bay is perhaps the first branch in scale of the coastline from which the Inner Harbor is an even finer branch.
Analogous to the branching bays, harbors and graving docks, the Opera House is an urban threshold between land and sea.
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 Future Inn Cardiff Bay. Cardiff, United Kingdom - Discounted rates at bookings.net
Follow the sign for the a4232 Central Cardiff and remain on this road for approximately five miles until you reach the tunnel.
Cardiff Central station is a 10 minute taxi ride from the hotel and Cardiff Bay station is less than 5 minutes walk.
Cardiff International Airport is approximately 30 minutes drive or taxi ride from the hotel.
bookings.net /hotel/gb/futureinncardiffbay.en.html   (1694 words)

  
 Cardiff Harbour Authority   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
The Cardiff Bay Visitor Centre, is the start of a fascinating journey through Cardiff's maritime history and regeneration.
Cardiff County Council is operating a new Express Bus Service from the City Centre to the Bay, making it even easier to move around the capital.
Enjoy a relaxing cruise around the Cardiff Bay and River Ely or try a full day cruise around the scenic coast of the Bristol Channel.
www.cardiffharbour.com /leisure/cardiffbay_attractions.htm   (564 words)

  
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Situated in the heart of the new Cardiff Bay Development, Cardiff Bay Boat Sales is the home for Maxum Sports Boats.
At Cardiff Bay Boat Sales we have a dedicated sales pontoon and hard standing is available at the Quay Marina's boat yard directly opposite from our premises.
If you are buying, the Bay offers the best location in South Wales for the tide is never out and the conditions are always favourable.
www.cardiffbayboatsales.co.uk   (530 words)

  
 The Taff Trail - The Route from Cardiff Bay to Brecon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
The Taff Trail - The Route from Cardiff Bay to Brecon
Looking towards Cardiff across the river, there is a clear view of Cardiff Castle to the left and the Millennium Stadium to the right.
The main Cardiff Railway Station is situated close to the Millennium Stadium.
www.tafftrail.org.uk /Cardiff_Bay_to_Cardiff.html   (146 words)

  
 Cardiff Bay Cruises - Home
With the advent of Cardiff Bay Cruises Flagship "Seren-y-Bae", a fully climate controlled vessel, comes the opportunity for a variety of scheduled events along with private functions-->
Cardiff Bay, the Rivers Taff and Ely and the Barrage Embankment in comfort and style.
With winter approaching and the evenings drawing in see the bay glowing by night.
www.cardiffbaycruises.com   (141 words)

  
 Visit Cardiff - Stay in Cardiff - Accommodation, Hotels, Tours, and Events in Cardiff
Cardiff, the gateway to Wales, is a city of contrasts.
Innovative architecture sits alongside historic buildings; the bustle of the city centre is only a few strides from acres of peaceful parklands, and the Welsh culture of dragons and myth blends perfectly with a modern, European city.
Also in September: Cardiff Mardi Gras returns to the capital for its eighth year, Owain Glyndwr Festival takes place at the National History Musuem St Fagans, and Welsh National Opera returns to Wales Millennium Centre for their Autumn season.
www.visitcardiff.info   (291 words)

  
 The Official Cardiff Bay Website
Whilst the Welsh Secretary set no deadlines for the life of the Development Corporation he stated that its main objectives should be “substantially completed within 10 years”.
Cardiffbay.co.uk website is also on the first page of every search engine under the heading Cardiff bay and cardiffbay.
Cardiff Bay is one of the top ten attractions visited by millions of tourist every year
www.cardiffbay.info   (571 words)

  
 Cardiff Bay Pages
Bay Pages is the definitive guide to products and services in Cardiff Bay and demonstrates clearly the diversity that gives Cardiff Bay its strength.
Bay Pages in its printed form is distributed to advertisers and locations around Cardiff Bay.
If your business is in Cardiff Bay but is not listed in Bay Pages complete your details in "Add Your Entry".
www.cardiffbaypages.co.uk   (129 words)

  
 CARDIFF BAY ESTATE AGENTS - Property and houses for sale or rent in Cardiff Bay and surrounding area.
CARDIFF BAY ESTATE AGENTS - Property and houses for sale or rent in Cardiff Bay and surrounding area.
Let a good number of agents in Cardiff Bay know your needs - our 'one e-mail to all Cardiff Bay Estate Agents' button at the top of the homepage is ideal for this.
Work closely with the estate agents, they have local knowledge of the property market and house prices in Cardiff Bay.
www.cardiffbay-estateagents.co.uk   (1278 words)

  
 Express By Holiday Inn CARDIFF BAY - Discount Hotel Rooms at Orbitz   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
The Express by Holiday Inn - Cardiff Bay has won the Intercontinental Hotels Group 2000 & 2001 Quality Excellence Award, gained for achieving distinction in all aspects of its operation.The hotel was selected from the company's 3000 properties in recognition of overall quality excellence.
In order to receive the award, the hotel had to achieve a high score in the Guest Satisfaction Tracking system, which is designed for guests to evaluate the hotel's performance, particularly quality and customer service.The Waterfront area of the old East Dock in Cardiff Bay is the prime position of the Express by Holiday Inn.
It is also situated in the heart of Cardiff's exciting Bay Development, which when completed over the next few months will comprise of a man-made Beach and a Freshwater Barrage.
www.orbitz.com /hotel-info/FRGB/EX-CDFBA.html   (849 words)

  
 Underwater at Cardiff Bay - Cardiff University   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Cardiff School of Biosciences is working in partnership to investigate how tiny algae-eating creatures are contributing to better water quality at Cardiff Bay.
The three year zooplankton monitoring and research project has been launched by the University, Cardiff Harbour Authority and the Natural Environment Research Council’s Centre for Ecology and Hydrology.
Professor Steve Ormerod, Cardiff School of Biosciences said: "Cardiff Bay is a unique water body of a type that we still know remarkable little about, for example how its species assemble and interact.
www.cardiff.ac.uk /newsevents/17177.html   (318 words)

  
 Cardiff: Future Inn Cardiff Bay - Traveler Reviews - Ideal hotel in Cardiff - TripAdvisor
Good restaurant, plenty of free parking and a short walk from the sights and restaurants of Cardiff's rejuvenated Bay area, and the new Atlantic Wharf.
Cardiff: Future Inn Cardiff Bay: "wow - fantastic bargain"
Customer service at The Future Inn Cardiff Bay was the best I have received in the UK for a very long time.
tripadvisor.com /ShowUserReviews-g186460-d586775-r4065552-Future_Inn_Cardiff_Bay...   (1630 words)

  
 Future Inns Cardiff Bay in Cardiff, United Kingdom
Future Inns, Cardiff Bay is a quality upscale hotel offering unbeatable value to corporate and leisure travellers.
Our location is ideally situated within Cardiff Bay near the City Centre, steps from the vibrant dining and entertainment mecca that is Cardiff Bays waterfront.
We are also conveniently located adjacent to the Wales Millennium Centre, the Welsh National Assembly, Cardiff County Hall and the main business community.
www.nextag.com /Future-Inns-Cardiff-Bay-71763717/prices-html   (437 words)

  
 Cardiff International Food & Drink Festival - Cardiff Festival 2006   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
A true delicacy on the Festival menu, the Cardiff International Food and Drink Festival attracts food-loversandrsquo; from far afield to the waterfront to savour a variety of culinary delights from around the world.
This year we are thrilled to welcome exhibitors from Germany, Norway, Italy, France, South Africa and of course Wales andndash; each bringing their distinctive cultural style to Cardiff Bay for this colourful three-day event..
Local chef Kemi Nevins from Craft In The Bay will be cooking up a selection of her favourite dishes
www.cardiff-festival.com /IFD2006.htm   (458 words)

  
 Cardiff Student Accommodation, Cardiff, , Flats, Houses
Student Accommodation Cardiff UK Cardiff, as a capital city, is a great place for a student.
It's large enough to offer you an exciting variety of activities and entertainment, but small enough for you to feel comfortable with it.
Here you will find details of private rented accommodation offered by student landlords/letting agents in Cardiff including; student houses, student flats/apartments in Cardiff, bed-sits in Cardiff, larger housing schemes in Cardiff.
www.accommodationforstudents.com /Cardiff.asp   (195 words)

  
 Cardiff Harbour Authority   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
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These included the Bute West Dock, which was the first dock to be opened by the 2nd Marquis of Bute in 1839 and its seaward entrance known as the Oval Basin, the Bute East Dock in 1855, Roath Basin in 1874, Roath Dock in 1887 and the Queen Alexandra Dock in 1907.
It is estimated that people from al least 50 nationalities settled in this area, which became known as “Tiger Bay” This kaleidoscope of settlers helped to build the docks, worked aboard the ships and helped to service this industrial and maritime city.
www.cardiffharbour.com /home/history.htm   (409 words)

  
 Cardiff Hotel Discount. Hotel in Cardiff UK - Cardiff Bay Discounts for Reservation
The St. David's Hotel and Spa Cardiff, a waterfront hotel in the heart of Cardiff Bay, is a landmark of world-class business design.
The premier 5-star Hotel provides the very highest level of service, the ultimate in comfort, leisure facilities and cuisine.
Express by Holiday Inn Cardiff Bay has won the Bass Hotels and Resorts 2000 Quality Excellence Award, gained for achieving distinction in all aspects of its operation.
www.holidaycityeurope.com /cardiff-bay/index.html   (109 words)

  
 Cardiff Bay | Hotel Review | Cardiff | Frommers.com
Not the equal of St. David's Hotel & Spa, which is in a class by itself, this is our runner-up in the area.
It too lies in the heart of the waterfront development and has already become a new Cardiff landmark.
It combines modern, cruiseliner-style architecture with a restored, part-Victorian warehouse, and it does so dramatically with a maritime theme.
www.frommers.com /destinations/cardiff/H42717.html   (205 words)

  
 BBC - South East Wales Webcams - Webcam - Cardiff Bay
BBC - South East Wales Webcams - Webcam - Cardiff Bay
This webcam is on the roof of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay.
The closest structure is the roof of the new National Assembly debating chamber, with the red brick Pierhead building to the right.
www.bbc.co.uk /wales/southeast/fun/webcams/pages/cardiffbay.shtml   (143 words)

  
 Cardiff Bay Press - printers_lithographic_digital_full_colour_lealfets_brochures_business_stationery_NCR_pads_cards
Cardiff Bay Press offers a 'One Stop Shop' for all your printing requirements.
We offer a bespoke tailored service to any business or individual with any budget.
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www.cardiffbaypress.co.uk   (113 words)

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