Welcome to the Radyr & Morganstown Community web site.
Croeso i Wefan Cymuned Radur a Threforgan.
Situated about 5 miles NW of Cardiff city centre, the suburban Community of Radyr & Morganstown is composed of two former Glamorgan villages which became part of the city's administration in 1974. The current electorate is approaching 5200 with a population close to 6200.
If you are new to our Community, or thinking of coming to live in Radyr or Morganstown, please click here for information on local services - trains, buses, health, police, organisations, play areas - and an updated link to "What is there to do in Radyr and Morganstown".
Cefnogir y wefan hon yn ariannol gan Gyngor Cymunedol Radur a Threforgan.
This site is provided by a volunteer team with the support of Radyr & Morganstown Community Council and it's for you to use. To see the benefits of being a registered user, please click here.
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News
2013 Village Festival
The Festival programme has been distributed with the April edition of Radyr Chain. The theme is "Colours of the World" The Festival charity is Tenovus.
R&M Bus route changes
Cardiff Bus have announced plans for changes to the bus routes serving Radyr and Morganstown. There is a proposal to replace the 33 services with a new route linking R&M more directly to the city centre via Danescourt and Cathedral Road.
New Owners for Station Garage
The workshops at Radyr Station have recently been purchased by Andrew Jones and James Greenman, two experienced mechanics. The business is now known as Radyr Garage Ltd.
Keith Griffin awarded the OBE
Radyr resident Keith Griffin has been awarded the OBE in the 2013 New Year’s Honours List in recognition of his services to music in Wales.
David Cargill in New Year's Honours List
David Cargill has been awarded the British Empire Medal in the 2013 New Year's Honours List
Toast, the café in Station Road
Simon Kealy has opened his new café and delicatessen in Station Road, called Toast.
Christmas Tree Lighting 2012
Three Christmas trees were lit on Friday 7th December and the Station Road street lights were switched on by Jason Mohammad of BBC Wales(and Radyr).
Noticeboard
Waste & Recycling Collection
+ Black and green bins are emptied in alternate weeks.
+ Food waste caddy and green recycling sacks are collected every week.
Monday 20th May - BLACK bins
Monday 27th May - GREEN bins
For more information about household recycling and waste, click here.
Police Warnings
Stolen sunglasses : if you are offered cheap sun glasses in the next few days please call 101 or PC Huw Thomas (number below).
Lone Female Walkers : A man has been exposing himself to lone female walkers in the Taffs Well area. Details on NW Page item 22. Please contact PC Huw Thomas (07584004472) and 101 with any information.
County Councillor's Report
Cllr Rod McKerlich's Monthly Report for May can be found here. If you wish to contact him on any matter, his telephone number is 029 2084 3106
Measles Warning
Please see this poster for information about the measles outbreak.
Imaging 2000 Photo Club
The Club has joined the Flickr site with a display of photos: click on this link or go to the Imaging 2000. There are lots more photos of events, Festivals, shows and concerts in the GALLERY.
Mobile Police Station : Radyr
A mobile police station van will be parked in Station Road, Radyr on the following dates and times : May 30, July 25, August 22 : 11-12.15 and 1.30-2.45pm. June 27 3-4.15pm and 5.30-6.45pm. Come and talk to your PCSO.
Cardiff Council Review of Community Areas and Electoral Arrangements
Click here for Cardiff Council's consultation on its communities' boundaries, electoral arrangements and names. You can respond as an individual or send your comments to Helena Fox, Clerk to R&MCC on 20842213 or clerk@radyr.org.uk.
FESTIVAL 2013 - so far
Photos will scroll automatically but click the arrow to select a new photo. More photos in the GALLERY (A-Z)
Coming Soon
Open Air Concert - 2pm to dusk
19 May 2013, 2:00 PM
Play Area, Parc Radur Free Entry
Come and hear and join in a whole range of music starting with local youth bands and soloists. Around 5pm listen to ‘Radio Feynman’. At 6pm 'AN ODE TO JOY', a colourful celebration of songs for the community led by Peter Esswood and the Cambrensis Brass Ensemble, plus School Choirs and the famous Tenovus Choir. Bar and BBQ available or bring your own picnic and enjoy a party in the park!
Cheerleading Club!
20 May 2013, 6:00 PM
Central Explosion are starting a brand new competitive cheerleading club in Radyr Guide Centre for children aged 4-12! Great fun and a fab way to build confidence and develop new skills the class times are 6-7pm for athletes aged 4-8 and 7-8pm for children aged 8-12! Contact Becci on 07780773366/ centralexplosion@gmail.com to book a place!
SW Police and Crime Commissioner
28 May 2013, 7:00 PM
Alun Michael will be speaking at the International Hotel, Tongwynlais.
Organised by Cardiff Neighbourhood Watch - All welcome - refreshments served.
Police Exhibition
30 May 2013, 11:00 AM
Old Church Rooms car park. The exhibition van will be available from 11am to 3pm.
FAMILY FUN CHURCH
2 Jun 2013, 4:00 PM
Children of all ages, with accompanying adult(s), are invited to join us in our new venture: FAMILY FUN CHURCH.
Every first Sunday afternoon of the month for fun, craft, Bible story and song, plus refreshments.
From 4pm to 5.15pm at Radyr Methodist Church