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  Swansea
Swansea is situated on the south coast of Wales, at the narrow mouth of the River Tawe.
The first railway opened in the town was the Swansea and Mumbles horse-drawn line along Swansea Bay, that served local quarries and coal mines.
Swansea had a population of 10,000 in 1801.
www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk /ITswansea.htm   (304 words)

  
  Swansea (city) - MSN Encarta
Swansea (city) (Welsh, Abertawe), city in south Wales, a seaport on the River Tawe at its mouth on Swansea Bay (an inlet of the Bristol Channel).
At one extremity of Swansea Bay is the Mumbles lifeboat station.
Swansea was granted city status in 1974 and enlarged to include the Gower Peninsula, a farming and resort area that was the first to be designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty by the National Trust.
uk.encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761577878/Swansea_(city).html   (415 words)

  
 Welcome to Swansea Film Festival - Home
Mike Reiss has written the Simpsons for nearly 18 years, won FOUR Emmy Awards and is the executive producer of 'Queer Duck', hailed by the BBC as..'One of the greatest Cartoons Of All Time'.
Mike will be in Swansea for the festival and will bring huge star quality to the event.
Swansea's new VUE cinema will be the official host cinema for screenings at the SBFF 2007.
www.swanseafilmfestival.com /home.htm   (826 words)

  
 See you at the Slip !   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Early Swansea sewerage schemes documents the early pollution of the river and Bay.
Although neglected in recent years, as people shunned the unclean waters of Swansea Bay and headed off into Gower, the Slip is poised to serve new generations of Swansea residents as the new Swansea water treatment scheme starts to make the bathing waters of the bay the place to be once more.
With the waters of the Bay as clean as they were in the eighteenth century, the beach at Swansea should once again be one of the finest tourism assets the city has to offer.
www.swanseahistoryweb.org.uk /subheads/seeyou.htm   (825 words)

  
 Swansea travel guide - Wikitravel
Swansea Fringe [41] - compliments the main events at the Swansea Festival of Music and the Arts and is held at various venues throughout the city.
Swansea University [67] has student population of over 10,000, and for the past few years has been the successive winner of 'The Times' award for the best student experience in the UK The university is also listed as one of the top 500 universities in the world.
Swansea Institute [69] is located at several campuses throughout the city, and it is famous for its courses in stained glass design [70] and digital media [71].
wikitravel.org /en/Swansea   (7624 words)

  
 Swansea Hotels. Swansea Accommodation Hotel in Wales UK Discounts
Ramada Swansea is located near to the city centre and within easy reach of picturesque beaches.
Marriott Swansea West Glamorgan is a modern 4-star quality hotel, which is easily accessible from the rest of the country through M4 Motorway.
Ibis Swansea Hotel is a Swansea city centre hotel which aims to offer a modern, design-led hotel that combines affordability with a great location.
www.holidaycityeurope.com /swanseahotels   (280 words)

  
 icWales - Radical ideas to redevelop Swansea Bay
Swansea Council asked planning consultants White Young Green for ideas on how to revitalise the seafront between the city centre and Mumbles, an area overlooked by some of the city's most affluent properties owned by the likes of Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Swansea Council Cabinet members will be asked this week to ensure the new Swansea Bay Redevelopment strategy goes out for public consultation before any proposals are agreed.
The consultants' report says, "The bay is one destination but with three distinct character areas, the city, the waterfront park and the Mumbles waterfront.
icwales.icnetwork.co.uk /0100news/0200wales/tm_headline=radical-ideas-to-redevelop-swansea-bay&method=full&objectid=18641527&siteid=50082-name_page.html   (690 words)

  
 Map of Swansea, Wales
Swansea city nestles between the shadow of seven hills and the lapping tides of an inspirational coastline.
The primary Gower bays - east to west - are:
Broughton Bay on north western Gower coast is the last broad sandy bay (4 miles); the north eastern coast is comprised of sandy wetlands.
www.welshwales.co.uk /swansea_map.htm   (160 words)

  
 About Swansea   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Swansea is located in South Wales, UK and overlooks the sea.
Swansea is also the gateway for the magnificent West Wales coastline.
In the colder months (except of course for Xmas), we naturally tend to play indoors, and that goes for our Annual Concert which is usually given in the Taliesin Theatre in Swansea University.
www.swanseaconcertband.co.uk /swansea.htm   (140 words)

  
 Maritime Swansea, Wales
With arguably one of the finest seascapes in Europe and a spectacular Maritime Quarter lodged in the spine of a golden half-moon bay, Swansea nestles in the shadow of seven hills, between roaming parklands and the lapping tides of an inspirational shoreline.
By the fourteenth century the Welsh had established ship building at Swansea, accompanied by a sea fishing tradition which was to span the succeeding centuries until the present day.
The larger was founded on Swansea's historic south dock, established for copper trade in the 19th Century.
www.welshwales.co.uk /maritime_swansea.htm   (947 words)

  
 ITWALES.COM - Swansea Bay Woman of the Year Awards 2005 - Seeking Nominations   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Nominations are now open for the 2005 Swansea Bay Woman of the Year Awards.
The annual awards are a celebration of the achievements of women throughout the Swansea Bay area, and individuals from Neath, Port Talbot, Swansea and Carmarthenshire are invited to enter themselves, friends, family members or work colleagues into one of the five categories.
The Swansea Bay Woman of the Year, now in its second year, aims to promote and celebrate the role of women in all sectors of society.
itwales.com /998386.htm   (393 words)

  
 Swansea Bay Summer Festival - Swansea Bay Summer Festival
From May to September the area around the fabulous sweep of Swansea Bay is alive with a myriad of fantastic events, shows and carnivals for everyone to enjoy.
The festival is over for another year, but there's still lots going on in Swansea.
If you would like e-mails about events and activities in Swansea then click on the underlined link to subscribe to the events newsletters.
www.swanseabayfestival.net   (145 words)

  
 Swansea Marriott Hotel: a premier Swansea Wales hotel and conference and meeting facility with high-speed Internet ...   (Site not responding. Last check: )
With windows framing dramatic views of Swansea Bay and the beach, the Swansea Marriott Hotel captures the calm and beauty of the Maritime Quarter.
Near the M4 Motorway, local golf courses and the enchanting Gower Peninsula, this modern 4-star Swansea Wales hotel is a pleasant stroll to the city centre, its lively market and attractions.
The Swansea Marriott Hotel has an impressive conference and meeting facility, complemented by expert catering, audiovisual resources and a business centre.
marriott.com /hotels/travel/swsdt-swansea-marriott-hotel   (258 words)

  
 Swansea Bay Partnership
Swansea Bay Partnership operates to make sure that business thrives long term in South West Wales.
We are made up from public sector bodies and private partners, who together have a deep knowledge and understanding of the potential and opportunities across Swansea Bay.
The dramatic and diverse sweep of Swansea Bay is an Arc of Opportunity for businesses and individuals wishing to develop and grow their businesses, this is why:
www.swansea-bay.com   (162 words)

  
 Swansea Bay Inter Trading Event 12 – 14 May 2004
To provide an update on the Inter Trading event, which took place in Swansea Bay area from 12th to 14th May 2004, hosted by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council and City and County of Swansea.
Cork County approached Swansea requesting that they be included in this initiative and as a result Swansea approached Neath Port Talbot in terms of developing a Swansea Bay approach, in recognition of our links with Cork County and the diverse industry in Neath Port Talbot.
The first inter trading event for this European project was held in Swansea, 20th – 24th November 2002, as a pilot event.
www.neath-porttalbot.gov.uk /europeanoffice/swanseabay2004.cfm   (461 words)

  
 Tourism Swansea Bay
Swansea, Mumbles and Gower offer everything you need for that special visitor experience.
With many beaches, areas of outstanding natural beauty and plenty of exciting visitor attractions and activities, Swansea has it all.
For the best places to stay in the Swansea area during your visit...
www.tourismswanseabay.co.uk   (212 words)

  
 Swansea Bay - About the region | Wild West Wales
Swansea Bay is actually a little bit more than just the bay area, as it includes the Neath, Afan and Port Talbot areas.
The waves get a little less busy as you head west onto the Gower Peninsula, where the place to hang out with your board and 'wettie' is Llangennith, a huge golden strand backed by sand dunes and a cool little beach and pub scene.
Swansea Bay is also a popular sailing spot, not surprising when you consider that the city has one of the coolest new marinas in the country.
www.aswildasyouwantit.com /Region/Swansea_Bay-R2-1.aspx   (306 words)

  
 Swansea Bay - About the region | Inspirational Wales
It sits on the grand, sandy sweep of Swansea Bay - just a stone's throw from the shopping centre, there's the beach and Maritime Quarter, the transformed docklands that has become a role model for other waterfront redevelopments.
Swansea Marina was one of the first - and it's still growing, with desirable apartments, leisure facilities and the stunning new National Waterfront Museum, a £31 million slate and glass creation that symbolises the adventurous, go-ahead nature of this attractive city by the sea.
Dylan Thomas, who wrote in English but was suffused by the rhythms and cadences of the Welsh language, is indelibly linked with his hometown, as you'll discover when you visit the Dylan Thomas Centre and its spellbinding exhibition or various sites on the 'Dylan Thomas Trail'.
www.inspirationalwales.com /Region/SwanseaBay-R2-1.aspx   (517 words)

  
 BBC - South West Wales Swansea - Swansea Bay Summer Festival 2006
This year's Swansea Bay Summer Festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a host of events in store for the whole family.
New events for 2006 include the Swansea Bay Film Festival, running from 2 - 9 June at the Dylan Thomas Centre and other venues, and the new 'SeaSwansea Festival' in July.
For 2006 the Swansea Bay festival also features events celebrating Gower's 50 years as the UK's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
www.bbc.co.uk /wales/southwest/sites/swansea/pages/bayfestival2006.shtml   (636 words)

  
 The Local Government Reorganisation (Wales) (Swansea Bay Port Health Authority) (Amendment) Order 1996
The text of this Internet version of the Statutory Instrument which is published by the Queen's Printer of Acts of Parliament has been prepared to reflect the text as it was Made.
This Order makes consequential amendments to the Swansea Bay Port Health Authority Order 1991 (S.I. 1991/1773) arising as a result of Welsh local government reorganisation.
The Order specifies which new Welsh principal councils are to be the riparian authorities for the purposes of the 1991 Order and the numbers of members that those councils are to appoint to the Swansea Bay Port Health Authority (article 2).
www.opsi.gov.uk /si/si1996/Uksi_19960409_en_1.htm   (717 words)

  
 Swansea Bay, sand roses - Swansea Heritage Net - History in pictures
Swansea Bay, sand roses - Swansea Heritage Net - History in pictures
Swansea Bay, sand roses / also titled "Sand roses on the Dunes."
Please send the Swansea Heritage team your comments, questions and image requests.
www.swanseaheritage.net /article/gat.asp?ARTICLE_ID=1056   (55 words)

  
 The Swansea Bay Mussel Fishery Order 1995
Subject to the following provisions of this Order, there is hereby conferred on the grantee for a period of 7 years beginning on the date of coming into force of this Order the right of several fishery for mussels with respect to the fishery.
This Order confers on Colin Vivian Thomas the right of several fishery for mussels in a specified area of Swansea Bay for a period of 7 years.
The situation and extent of the several fishery are shown on the definitive map described in article 1(2) of the Order, which may be inspected during office hours at the offices of the Welsh Office Agriculture Department at Cathays Park, Cardiff CF1 3NQ.
www.opsi.gov.uk /si/si1995/Uksi_19952145_en_1.htm   (798 words)

  
 Visit Swansea Bay
Winter is the perfect time to enjoy Swansea Bay - enjoy a refreshing walk on the beach followed by a winter warmer in one of our many pubs and restaurants.
Visit Swansea, Wales' vibrant Waterfront City, home to a Blue Flag marina and the National Waterfront Museum.Then head to the pretty village of Mumbles, the 'gateway to Gower' - Britain's first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Wales Rally G.B. Swansea Bay - 30 November to 2 December
www.visitswanseabay.com /index.cfm?articleid=12370&articleaction=print   (262 words)

  
 Adventure Wales:Swansea Bay
What’s good for the body is good for the soul and Swansea Bay certainly has it all for those in search of a welcome adrenaline rush!
Back on dry land, the choice is yours from excellent mountain-biking tracks in the lush valleys of Afan Argoed to abseiling down the cliffs of the Gower peninsula, Britain’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Only 3 hours from London and Birmingham, Swansea Bay is the perfect base for an action-packed holiday in exceptional surroundings, which will keep you coming back, and back, whatever the season!
www.adventure.visitwales.com /fe/master.asp?nodeidl1=7&nodeidl2=102   (164 words)

  
 Ramada Encore Swansea Bay, United Kingdom   (Site not responding. Last check: )
It's a great time to unwind and relax and our incredible Ramada Encore Swansea Bay deals make Swansea a perfect holiday retreat.
The city of Swansea is a melting pot of diverse cultures, unique experiences and stunning attractions.
Located in the city of Swansea, the Ramada Encore Hotel is 5 minutes drive from the city centre.
www.ebookers.com /cheap_hotels/united_kingdom/ramada_encore_swansea_bay.html   (194 words)

  
 Bay Estate Agents Swansea Marina Property - SA1 - Letting - Rentals - Sales - Relocation @ Swansea Marina
We specialise in the rental and sale of an extensive choice of apartments and houses throughout Swansea’s Maritime Quarter, Mumbles, Gower and South West Wales.
It doesn’t take much to realise that Swansea is evolving before our very eyes and is firmly in the grip of an exciting building boom.
Bay Estate Agents has broadened its horizons further by combining forces with Rightmove.co.uk and is anticipating a winning relationship with the UK’s number one property website.
www.bayletting.com   (191 words)

  
 Swansea Futures : Investing in Swansea Bay
The Swansea of the future can already be seen in the dynamic and visionary new waterfront area, the centre of the regeneration strategy that is now echoing out across the region as a whole.
Swansea Bay is home to a wide range of national and international companies, including HSBC, Admiral, BT, NTL, International Rectifier, Pure Wafer and directory enquiries company 118UK.
The City and Council of Swansea have hence put together a list of priorities and aims to help manage and guide the regeneration over the next ten to fifteen years, creating the Economic Regeneration Strategy.
www.swanseafutures.co.uk /en/fe/page.asp?n1=6   (377 words)

  
 .:: Welcome to the website of Swansea Bay Rally ::.
Swansea Bay National Rally - Main Page.:: Welcome :.
This year the event is a qualifying round of the following championships:
The refuelling area will be after the out control from service.
www.swanseabayrally.com   (160 words)

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