'I was born in one of UK's coolest neighbourhoods 1 hour from Bristol — I’ve watched it transform completely'

'I was born in one of UK's coolest neighbourhoods 1 hour from Bristol — I’ve watched it transform completely' View 9 Images

It came as no surprise to Portia Jones that Canton, Wales, was named one of the UK’s coolest neighbourhood s by Time Out, landing in third place just behind Camberwell and Digbeth. The Senior Reporter for Wales Online remarked: "I assume it only missed the number one spot because no one from London can bear not to be top dog."

Time Out writes, "For years, Canton was seen as a funnel for football fans heading to the nearby Cardiff City Stadium, but now it's a thriving neighbourhood. Reached via a 30-minute walk from the city centre, it's home to a selection of shops and cafes which are well worth the amble out of town; Chapter Arts Centre offers everything f