Author: Rhys Gregory

With less than 50 days to go industry professionals are being urged to secure their tickets for the upcoming BlasCymru/TasteWales 2023. Taking place at the International Convention Centre (ICC Wales) in Newport on 25-26 October, the two-day flagship event is organised by Welsh Government’s Food Division under the Food and Drink Wales banner. The previous editions of this premier food and drink trade event have proved to be extremely successful in bringing together leading industry professionals from across the world, to secure business deals and learn more about the authentic, dynamic Welsh food and drink industry. A hybrid mix of…

The Executive Management Team at leading national chartered surveying firm Bruton Knowles, has expanded following recent activity within the business.  The firm, which has an office on Newport Road, Cardiff, has grown its leadership team to a quartet. Paul Martin, having been recently promoted to IT Director, and joins the team of Managing Partner, James Bailey, HR Director, Neil Young, and Finance Director, Matt Baker.   Paul’s addition to the team follows Matt Baker stepping up to Finance Director, and joining the team earlier this year, after Bruton Knowles’ previous Finance Partner, Anne Williams retired in July, following 35 fantastic years…

The Crème de la Crème of the UK hospitality industry gathered at JW Marriott Grosvenor House tonight for the highly anticipated AA Hospitality Awards 2023 hosted by AA Hotel & Hospitality Services. The glittering awards ceremony, presented by TV presenter and broadcaster Claudia Winkleman, celebrated the UK’s top hotels, spas, restaurants, and pubs and the people behind them. In a dazzling showcase of excellence, the awards hosted around 1,000 guests to honour the outstanding contributions to the UK’s hospitality sector, spanning an impressive array of fifteen categories. The night’s highlights included the crowning of AA Restaurant of the Year, AA…

The most magical season of the year is just around the corner, and we’re thrilled to announce that Winter Wonderland is returning to Cardiff! Brace yourselves for a season of wonder, joy, and enchantment as we prepare to open our doors to visitors from 16th of November to 2nd January 2024 for this enchanting event are available NOW for purchase. Winter Wonderland has become a beloved tradition in Cardiff captivating the hearts of families, friends and visitors of all ages. The enchanting winter festival transforms Cardiff Castle into a breath-taking wonderland of lights, music, and holiday magic. Key Highlights for…

Cardiff’s Wood Street and Central Square Scheme has been awarded a second major civil engineering award. In June this year the scheme picked up the Civil Project of the Year Award, to which it has now added the Bill Ward Sustainability Award, which was won at the Ice Wales Cymru Civil Engineering Awards 2023, on Friday, September 22. The Civil Engineering Awards recognise individuals and organisations for innovation, smart engineering, and sustainability in the industry in Wales. The latest award relates to the transformation of Wood Street, which includes a new road layout; new bus lanes; rain gardens to manage…

£2.1 million of funding towards a major restoration of Cardiff’s historic Central Market has been secured by Cardiff Council through The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The funding award has been made possible thanks to money raised by National Lottery players. The proposed restoration of the Grade II* Listed Victorian market is expected to require an investment of approximately £6.5 million. If full funding is secured, the restoration would see original design features revealed, traditional entrances and original stalls restored, the iconic glass roof repaired, and improvements made to the Victorian drainage system. Repairs would also be made to the H.Samuel…

Swansea Council is in the early stages of preparing its replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP). All Councils in Wales are required to draft a LDP, which sets out its long term plans for development, including housing, leisure, green space and sites for business. One of the very first stages in producing the new LDP is to give anyone with an interest in an area of land, the opportunity to submit a ‘candidate sites’ for consideration for inclusion in the new LDP. The ‘Call for Sites’ stage is currently ongoing until October 31 2023. For further information visit https://www.swansea.gov.uk/rldpcandidatesites David Hopkins,…

A spectacular statue of Welsh comedian, singer and entertainer Max Boyce will be unveiled in the popular ex-miner’s home town of Glynneath on September 30th, 2023. Max, who received the Freedom of the Borough of Neath Talbot in honour of his charity work and lifelong commitment to his community in 2014, has sold more than two million albums in a career going back to the 1970s. He will celebrate his 80th birthday just a few days before the unveiling which will be performed by Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford and the Lord Lieutenant of West Glamorgan, Louise Fleet. The bronze…

A Cardiff City fan who posted a racist comment about a Swansea City player has been banned from attending football matches. Peter Clive Tucker made a racist remark on a social media video posted during the Cardiff City v Swansea City match on April 2, 2022. The 57-year-old from Aberdare, who postes online as ‘Luigi Sanchez’, made the comment about the then Swansea City player Michael Obafemi. Several complaints were made regarding the video and following a South Wales Police investigation, Tucker received a postal charge requisition to appear at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court. He pleaded guilty to racially aggravated malicious…

The Welsh countryside is second to none when it comes to trail riding in the UK. From the luscious green hills of the Brecon Beacons to the imposing mountainous terrain found in Snowdonia National Park, Wales is a treat for off-road riders. Whether you’re getting ready for your first bikepacking trip or training for an upcoming challenge, Wales makes an exceptional base. No matter your plans, it’s always worth knowing the best routes to choose when you’re going offroad in Wales. Where are the best trails in Wales? Idris’s Elbow Looking for a challenging climb to kickstart your adventure? You…