Fish pedicure, lobsters and the island pub

The wind energy debate gathers momentum as Powys councillors vote to halt developments in Mid-Wales. The fishy beauty treatment raising concerns for animal welfare groups and Wales's most southerly pub opens for business

Last updated: 03 July 2011

Country Focus - Sunday 3rd July at 0700; presented by Rachael Garside and repeated Monday 4th July at 0530

Calls for a review on Windfarms - our environment correspondent, Iolo ap Dafydd is following the latest developments.

Racheal puts her feet in to try the new craze of fish pedicures

Our community reporter Huw Jenkins is out lobster fishing in Barmouth Bay

If you're heading for the Welsh coast this Summer ....Seawatch would like you to keep your eyes peeled for Dolphins. Help make the 10th annual National Whale and Dolphin watch (Aug 5th-7th) the most comprehensive ever. If you feel inspired, call Danielle Gibas on 01545 561227 email her on info@seawatchfoundation.org.uk or visit the Sea Watch web site

The tiny island of Flat Holm is just a short boat ride out of Cardiff and is probably best known for its lighthouse and nature reserve... but it's also now home to Wales' most southerly pub. The aptly named "Gull and Leek" has been built inside the Victorian barracks serving a selection of local ales and wines for visitors to the island.


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