News in Mumbles

Emerging rock ‘n’ roll band Hardwicke Circus is set to bring its unique sound to Chelmsford’s Golden Fleece pub on September 28 from 8pm.

The most exciting band to emerge from the UK in recent years, Hardwicke Circus, is set to release its sophomore album, Fly the Flag, next month.

Hardwicke Circus has launched onto the music scene, with a passion for authentic rock ‘n’ roll and playing over 1,000 live shows already.

For this week's newsletter-exclusive, we have about Mumbles. How well do you know our village? Scroll to find the answers below and let us know your score.

1. How long has a lighthouse existed on Mumbles Head?
2. Which famous poet is said to have frequented The Antelope and The Mermaid?
3. When was Oystermotuh Castle founded?
4. Which famous singer owns a house on Mumbles Road?
5. Which unusual red and green building is Grade II Listed?
6. What was the gorilla on Mumbles Pier originally wearing before her red bikini appeared?
7. And what is her name?
8. Which Gavin and Stacey actress holds pilates classes in Mumbles?
9. Where is Mumbles twinned with? (1 point for each place)
10. How long has a lifeboat station operated at Mumbles?

The Mumbles Lighthouse is iconic – but how much do you know about its history?

There has been a lighthouse off Mumbles Head for 227 years, and the light from its beacon can be seen shining all across the bay.

This International Women's Day, Mumbles Nub News is celebrating some historical women from the Mumbles area.

This week, we look into who the heroic Ace sisters from Mumbles were.

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Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today revealed his budget in the House of Commons, much of which applies UK-wide and therefore to Mumbles.

The budget aims to provide support during what will hopefully be the final stage of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nub News is looking to hire a local news journalist in Mumbles, to join its South Wales team.

If you are self-driven and care about local news, we want you. Become part of a news company that is re-shaping local news. Our existing team ranges from graduates straight out of university to experienced journalists with 40 years' in the business.

You might spot two lifeboats out in the bay this week – here's why.

Mumbles RNLI announced that they have taken delivery of their new towing equipment.