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Book the tasting menu at Cardiff's first Michelin-starred restaurant, a tiny dining room in Pontcanna cooking with Welsh produce that changes with the seasons.

Kings Road, Pontcanna

186-188 Kings Road, Cardiff CF11 9DF
  • Restaurant
  • Rain-proof ☔
  • Romantic
  • Foodie

Why it's a good date: The one to save for an anniversary. There are only a handful of tables, so book well ahead.

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    • Free
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    • Trip
    • Outdoors
    • Free
    • Out of town
    • Active

    Drive an hour north into Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) and climb Pen y Fan, the highest mountain in southern Britain, along the ridge from Corn Du.

    Why it's a good date: A real achievement to share, with huge views from the top. It gets busy, so start early, and take layers and waterproofs: the weather turns fast up there.

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