Alternatively there is the option to have a drink at the Flat Holm pub, The Gull and Leek, which stocks a fine selection of local ales and ciders. Like what you see at Flat Holm Island? Related stories. Topics: Coastline. Instagram-friendly Welsh landmarks Take a look at these ten must-see Instagrammable coastal landmarks for you and your camera.
Topics: Countryside. Is Wales the castle capital of the world? Topics: Cadw. Historic buildings. Money makes the world go round Discover the history of coins and how they are made at the Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant. The local authority owns and runs the the islands - which has been home to monks, Vikings, Victorians and World War II soldiers - as a tourists attraction.
We felt the island needed a boost, we decided to open a pub and it's really added another element. The pub is housed in a converted Victorian cottage, but Flat Holm is also home to ft tall Grade II-listed lighthouse, two helipads, gun batteries. Since the bar opened months ago it has been visited by more thank 2, people who came to take in the unbeatable sea views while having a drink in the tranquil scenery. The island's three wardens took turns at being landlord pulling pints for their customers.
Last orders: Gull and Leek landlord Matthew Lipton is sad to be saying goodbye to the pub. Plenty of room: The pub has an acree beer garden - better known as Flat Holm Island. They served Brains bitter from the famous Cardiff brewery which was shipped in along with bottled beer from Welsh brewery Tomos Watkin. It took beer-lovers a lot of effort to pop in for a pint, with the pub being a minute boat trip from the mainland and a minute hike over the cliffs. But Cardiff Council is proposing to stop visits to the island and sell of the wildlife haven.
Estate agent Chris Hyde, who specialises in Island sales, said: 'The interest will be worldwide. Good company: The highest bidder will join the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio in owning a private island. Remote: The remote islands off the Welsh coast is home to a flock of 70 sheep. Council member Russell Goodway said: 'The picture is far from rosy. I am not looking to put a gloss on it or spin. There is no escaping the pain. Flat Holm has been used as hideaway for smugglers and a sanitorium for cholera victims and was leased to the council in by Marquis of Bute.
Vista: The Lighthouse would give spectacular views of the island and Bristol Channel. Famous: Flat Holm Island received the world's first radio message across water by Marconi in Location, location, location: The island was used as a location in the television series Torchwood. It has been used as a location for the TV series Torchwood but is more famous for receiving the world's first radio message across water by Marconi in The island has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest thanks to its huge gull colony and maritime grassland.
The Flat Holm Society has launched a campaign to save the island, hoping a trust could be set to ensure it remains accessible to the public. Society chair Glynis Parsons said: 'A lot of people are very sad and shocked.
In a council meeting, the authority revealed that it was selling off the boat used to take visitors to the island and putting the isle up for sale. A report for councillors, given before Christmas, said that considerable investment would be needed to turn Flat Holm into a profit-making, unusual holiday destination.
Councillors were told: 'The visitor and income profile for Flat Holm demonstrates that demand for the island is highly concentrated in the summer months and is insufficient to cover the operating costs of the facility. The dedicated website to the lonely island boasts of its diverse wildlife and stunning scenery in a bid to raise the profile of the isle.
The small building was proving to be insufficient and it was decided that a more substantial hospital was needed. In a new hospital was built. The main building consisted of two six-bed wards, whilst the converted building was improved to provide four extra beds. A laundry and a wooden crematorium were also constructed.
The fortification of Flat Holm started in spring and the main construction of the gun positions continued throughout Over soldiers were then stationed on Flat Holm. Both consisted of two heavy, 4. Bofor and Lewis guns augmented the AA armament. There was considerable danger that the gun might blow the top off the tower. A narrow gauge railway, unusually of World War I German construction, used diesel locomotives and wagons to convey ammunition, materials and provisions across the island.
In the centre of the island there was a Radar platform on which sat the mobile radar receiving cabin, surrounded by a false horizon of wire netting. Full use was made of the old Victorian Barracks, and whilst one ward of the Cholera Hospital was turned into a NAAFI, the other was used as a cinema and concert hall, complete with projection room. Films were shown almost every fortnight, and concert parties held once a month.
Flat Holm became non-operational in December Trips are available all year round to visit Flat Holm, from day trips to longer stays.
There are pre-organised RIB boat trips to the island that depart from Cardiff several times a month, and can take up to 12 passengers on each RIB. The trips allow you up to three hours on the island, depending on tide times.
Alternatively, you can tailor your own visit if you have a large group or would like to stay for a long day or overnight.
You can tailor your own visit if you have a large group or if you would like to stay for longer than a day. Furnished in partnership with John Lewis Cardiff , this is the ideal place to get away from it all. Email: flatholmproject cardiff. The adult to child ratio varies, depending on the type of visit and the age of the children. Please contact us for details. Flat Holm Island offers everything you need to explore the exhilarating world of outdoor education. Our aim is to offer Flat Holm Island as an environmental education facility, while still conserving the Island as a nature reserve.
Whether you are looking for an educational day visit or longer we will aim to cater for your needs. Day visits include a general tour of the Island exploring its history and wildlife. Alternatively, if you are looking to complete a certain topic area we can work with you to provide some shorter education based activities. We can also develop a programme of activities for groups staying on the Island for a few nights.
We welcome university groups to carry out their own programme of studies in a range of areas, e. Please contact us on for more information or to discuss your educational requirements. There is a field study centre on the Island, which can accommodate residential groups. The Project also runs summer day trips for visitors. The Team is supported by up to six volunteers at any time. A commitment of six months is ideal and experience is not necessary.
If you are interested in a shorter placement, you should still contact the mainland office. If you are interested in volunteering with us, please read the information below and then send your CV and a Covering Letter to: flatholmproject cardiff.
As a volunteer you will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the Island, including:. Do you have a few hours to spare each week, month or year?
Do you have DIY or gardening skills you could offer? Would you like to train to become a tour guide, sit on the committee or help raise funds?
Whatever you can offer, we would like to hear from you. Society members form working parties, act as guides on the island, raise funds and help with related jobs, as well as supporting social events on the mainland. Each year society members receive details of forthcoming activities and an annual newsletter brings members up to date with society activities. The Flat Holm Society also has its own website: www. The warden lives permanently on the island with about two to three volunteers at any one time.
The team works on maintaining, studying and preserving the island, its buildings and its wildlife. The society supports the work of the project team by raising funds and providing volunteers.
0コメント