Experience the future of broadcasting at the new BBC Cymru Wales studio

TAKE AN EXCLUSIVE TOUR BEHIND THE SCENES OF BBC TELEVISION AND RADIO PROGRAMMES

AT THE NEW STUDIOS IN CARDIFF

THIS summer, step into the future of broadcasting at the BBC’s newest and most advanced studios in Cardiff.

If you’ve ever wondered how sound effects are added to your favourite podcasts or what it’s like to read the news, this is the perfect opportunity to see that and more.

Join the studios’ friendly guides for an exclusive behind the scenes tour of BBC Cymru Wales and its state-of-the-art television and radio studios to discover the secrets of making BBC programmes, as well as follow in the footsteps of some of Wales’ famous faces.

ON YOUR JOURNEY, YOU WILL:

• Visit one of the largest BBC newsrooms, packed with cutting-edge technology including augmented reality, virtual reality and robotic cameras

• Take a sneak peek at TV galleries

and other broadcast facilities Each walking tour will last approximately 90 minutes.

As a live and working broadcast centre, no two tours are the same, so every visit will be unique.

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Tours are suitable for children over seven years old.

All adult visitors attending tours must bring a photo ID. Large bags, rucksacks and shopping bags are not allowed on the tour.

BOOK YOUR TOUR EXPERIENCE

Tickets are available for Thursdays to Sundays, at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 3pm.

Tickets are priced at £13 for adults; £10 for students, those under 26 years, or registered unemployed; and £12 for a disabled person or over 65s.

Group tickets are also on offer, costing £38 for a family of four; £12 for 10+ adults; £9 for 10+ students, under 26s or registered unemployed; and £11 for 10+ disabled or over 65s.

BBC Tours also welcomes Tempo Time credits from

community volunteers who have given their time to good causes.

Whether you’re looking to pursue a career in media and broadcasting, or are just interested in an exclusive look behind the scenes, the tour has lots to offer and enjoy.

To find out more and book your tour, visit bbc.co.uk/tours. For group bookings or specific access requirements, call 029 2087 8444.

The BBC Cymru Wales studios are based at 3 Central Square, Cardiff, CF10 1FT.

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Love me tender: Elvis and his wife Priscilla welcomed their newborn daughter Lisa Marie into the world. She said: “Anytime I was in Memphis with my Dad and at the house, I was happy.”

BBC Wales produces programmes for Welsh, UK and global audiences

The current headquarters of BBC Cymru Wales is based in Cardiff’s Central Square

Get a glimpse into how BBC programmes are made on guided walking tours

1960 1968 Get out the blue suede shoes: The Elvis comeback TV special gave Elvis another career boost. He has sold more than a billion records worldwide over the years. 1963 Always on my mind: Colonel Tom Parker was the singer’s famous manager. The two men first met in 1955. Here he is seen visiting Elvis on the set of one of his films. 1937 A star is born: Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935 to parents Vernon and Gladys and lived in a tworoomed house in Tupelo, Mississippi, before moving to Memphis. His twin brother Jessie was stillborn and Elvis grew up an only child.

1940 Hound dog: Elvis went to Humes High School in Memphis and had no idea music stardom awaited. He once said: “I was training to be an electrician. I suppose I got wired the wrong way round somewhere along the line.”

All shook up: Elvis earned his sergeant stripes in the US Army. “The next thing I knew, I was out of service and making movies again,” he said. “My first picture was called GI Blues, I thought I was still in the army.”

1961 Top billing: Tuesday Weld starred with Elvis on Wild In The Country. He was only 21 when he made his first movie and appeared in 31 films during his career and made two concert documentaries.

1971 It’s not unusual: Elvis and his wife Priscilla chat with Sir Tom Jones in Vegas. The singers became friends after of Elvis’ film Paradise, Hawaiian Style in 1965.

Elvis kept his roots in Memphis and made his home at the Graceland estate. He paid $102,500 for the property and passed away there in 1977. He was 42 years old.

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