Author: Rhys Gregory

Rhondda Heritage Park Museum is thrilled to be the only recipient in Wales of the Confederation of Passenger Transport’s Coach Friendly Award! Coaches arrive from all over the UK and beyond to experience the fantastic group travel offer at Rhondda Heritage Park Museum.  From the moment the coach is welcomed into the large, free car park, groups are entertained with bespoke packages including performances from iconic male voice choirs, fantastic catering options and of course, the star of the show, the unique Black Gold Experience Underground Guided Tour.  Visitors are fitted with miners’ helmets and guided underground by our ex-miner…

Twyn Primary School is delighted to announce the successful opening of its new playground, following an extraordinary fundraising campaign led by its students. The playground was officially opened on Tuesday, 5th June, thanks to the combined efforts of the school and the local community. The students raised an impressive £11,000 towards the £20,000 target by participating in the Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 2k race on May 12th. Their dedication and hard work were further recognised with a £100 gift voucher from Sport Caerphilly, awarded for having the highest number of entrants in the race among local schools. Headteacher Lee Thomas expressed…

The Welsh Government is celebrating doubling the number of employee-owned businesses in Wales – including a highly regarded woollen mill – almost two years ahead of schedule. Today, on Employee Ownership Day [Friday 21 June], the Welsh Government has announced it has reached its aim of 74 Wales-based businesses being under employee control. This new total had already grown from 37 in 2021 to 63 last year. The 2026 target was set by previous Economy Minister Vaughan Gething in 2022, hand in hand with a commitment to support buyouts by workers and help ensure Welsh companies remained in Welsh hands.…

As part of Climate Challenge Cymru, 50 pupils from 10 mid and west Wales schools took part in a Climate Youth event at the Senedd this week. The event celebrated the work schools have undertaken to complete the challenges set via the Climate Challenge Cymru project. In addition to presentations and exhibitions from the schools attending, the young people heard from the Children’s Commissioner for Wales and a member from Earthshot.  They also took part in interactive sessions with Eco Schools and Size of Wales looking at the types of action young people can take – and ways to inspire…

There are a number of different options that are available when it comes to cattle bedding, and it can be hard to know which one to select. In today’s increasingly environmentally conscious society you may well find yourself contemplating those options that are biodegradable and more eco-friendly. In this article, we will take a look at these options and why they are a great choice for cattle bedding.  Welfare of the animals One of the major concerns for anyone involved in the care of cattle is their welfare. Biodegradable cattle bedding is a much softer option than more traditional types…

A globally renowned festival in North Wales has launched a search to find the most talented young musician in Wales. Entries are being sought for the inaugural competition at the North Wales International Music Festival that’s being held at St Asaph Cathedral from September 12 to 21. They will be vying to be crowned the first Pendine Young Musician of Wales, with the competition being funded by the festival’s headline sponsors, the Pendine Park care organisation via the Pendine Arts and Community Trust which supports community and arts activities. The performances will be broadcast on BBC Radio Cymru and the…

Hiraeth, the independently run pub and restaurant that secured its place in the prestigious Michelin Guide within eight months of opening, has announced it will be moving to a new home in the Welsh capital. With the owners of Nook restaurant in Victoria Park announcing that they will be leaving their premises at 587 Cowbridge Road, Hiraeth has announced plans to move in later this year. Hiraeth was originally founded as an independent restaurant/pub in the picturesque village of Llysworney, just outside of Cowbridge. Co-owned by chefs Lewis Dwyer and Andy Aston, Hiraeth quickly gained acclaim, securing a spot in…

Hafod Housing, a not-for-profit organisation headquartered in Cardiff, has secured a £25 million loan facility from Principality Commercial, to support the construction of 300 new affordable homes over the next five years with the objective of building strong communities in Wales. Established in 1968, Hafod offers high-quality affordable housing and resources for people to help maintain both their well-being and independence. Working across seven local authority areas in Wales with 1,250 colleagues, Hafod helps over 16,000 people every year through housing support and health and social care. Hafod’s recent projects include the redevelopment of Haydock House in Barry, Cardiff’s Lansdowne…

From classic knock-knock jokes to mother-in-law puns, researchers are looking at how humour affects older couples’ relationships. Aberystwyth University academics are beginning a new study of how the over-60s use humour with their partners. Psychologists separate jokes into those that have a negative impact on our wellbeing and others that are positive. Many Jerry Seinfeld routines use humour which appeals to everyone, while Jon Stewart on the Daily Show often uses a style that targets the joke-teller themselves in a good-natured way – both styles are seen as psychologically positive. On the other hand, academics point to other negative comedic…

THE success of a booming culture club was music to the ears of students in Wrexham. Coleg Cambria’s Culture Collective welcomed more than 50 learners to its latest event at Ial Restaurant. To celebrate this year’s Llangollen International Music Eisteddfod, the college held a special performance at the Hafod venue. Organisers Judith Alexander and Tim Feak introduced talented guest speakers Tony Cordoba, a Youth Leader for the Ethnic Minority Youth Support Team (EYST) and Joseph George from Big Ideas Wales, who both played instruments and sang for those in attendance. The session included Welsh-themed afternoon tea with homemade Bara Brith, and…