Author: Rhys Gregory

Wales is a country with a rich and proud sporting heritage. From rugby to football, from horse racing to golf, the Welsh people are passionate about their sports and love to support their national teams and athletes. But until recently, there was a lack of a dedicated Welsh betting site that could cater to their specific needs and preferences.  That’s where DragonBet comes in. DragonBet is the leading Welsh betting website, offering the best odds on Welsh sports with markets on all Welsh Football League and Welsh Rugby. This innovative platform, which is detailed comprehensively on Betting Lounge, has redefined…

Decluttering is a conscious choice that many people make to enhance their living space and improve their well-being with Self Storage. It involves removing unnecessary items from an untidy or overcrowded place. While decluttering can be a daunting task, it is a necessary step towards creating a more organised and functional living space. Storage units offer a secure, convenient space for storing spare items not needed daily, with various sizes and 24-hour access to cater to different needs. The decluttering process involves identifying and securely storing unused items, creating more home space, reducing clutter, and enhancing overall well-being. Therefore, storage…

Pobl Group, in collaboration with Castell Group and Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, is excited to announce a new housing development on the site of the former Neath Working Men’s Club.     The project, supported by Social Housing Grant funding from the Welsh Government, aims to address the high demand for quality, affordable housing in the area and contribute to the ongoing regeneration of the town centre.    The project involves the demolition of the former Neath Working Men’s Club and the construction of 36 new homes, consisting of 32 one-bedroom apartments and 4 two-bedroom apartments. All units will…

A PROMINENT legal practice expanded its North West operation to meet demand. Mackenzie Jones Solicitors has increased its Chester-based team to eight staff and opened a new two-storey office on Grosvenor Street in the heart of the city. Director Andrew Foley-Jones said growth across the company’s portfolio – including its sites in St Asaph and Menai Bridge – led to the business relocating to bigger premises. And with Mackenzie Jones now employing up to 30 people that trend looks set to continue into 2024. “We have seen a rise in clients across all areas, and with us taking on more…

Whitchurch favourite, The Royal Oak, is back in business with a stunning new look, just in time for the festive season. The local favourite re-opened its doors last month, after a 6-figure investment from the award-winning Craft Union Pub Company. The high-street community hub, in the very centre of Whitchurch, has had transformative renovations throughout, and now boasts a warming, cosy atmosphere after extensive works took place on the venue throughout October. The décor throughout the pub has been completely re-vamped, including new lighting, and a more open space created inside, including a brand-new colour scheme, to give a cleaner…

Hiraeth, the independently run pub and restaurant that secured its place in the prestigious Michelin Guide within eight months of opening, is soon to embark on a new culinary adventure at Bridgend’s Court Colman Manor Hotel. From February 1st 2024, Hiraeth will be taking over the stately manor hotel’s 65-cover restaurant, elevating the dining experience whilst contributing their distinct charm to the hotel’s rich legacy. Notably, the Hiraeth team will exclusively cater to the restaurant, while weddings and events will continue to be managed by the hotel’s dedicated team. Hiraeth’s relocation comes after the landlord of their original site chose…

A philanthropist who donated half a million pounds to his alma mater has visited Aberystwyth University to meet the first postgraduate students to benefit from his generosity. The Pennar Scholarship Fund was established by Dr David Jenkins, who studied for his degree and PhD in the Department of Welsh History 45 years ago. During his visit to Aberystwyth University on 27 November, Dr Jenkins met the first beneficiaries of the Pennar Scholarship Fund and learned more about their research. Reflecting Dr Jenkins’ own academic interests, the scholarship is awarded annually to a doctoral student undertaking research on the social and…

A new apprenticeship has been launched through a collaboration between the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) and partner organisations, after research showed a worrying decline in the traditional craft of stained glass. This year (2023), the Heritage Craft Association put the craft of making and restoring traditional, large-scale stained-glass windows on the Endangered Craft Red List. With a diminishing market of new commissions and an ageing demographic of practitioners, combined with increasing costs and decreasing opportunities for formal training, there are very real concerns among practitioners about the craft’s future. Addressing this problem, Swansea College of Art at…

Individuals and enterprises from across the county borough are being urged to sign up for more than £275k worth of business support as part of a programme delivered by some of the most established business experts in the region. Small business support and coworking specialists Town Square Spaces Ltd (TownSq) will collaborate with the Welsh Innovation Centre for Enterprise (ICE) to offer a range of support as part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF). Throughout 2024 the programme will create and deliver events and support designed to boost local startups and freelancers and give Caerphilly businesses everything they need…

For the past four years, a stunning 70-tonne sailing ship, Arka Kinari, has been sailing the world staging extraordinary performances at some large ports, but also many of the smallest and most remote. The project, which aims to promote resilience to climate change and re-engagement with the sea, began after musicians Grey Filastine and Nova Ruth (known as Filastine & Nova) decided to find the most ecological way to take their message around the world – and settled on a sailing boat. By day Arka Kinari hosts workshops, skill shares, and small concerts by local musicians. By night the ship…