Author: Rhys Gregory

HALF the homes on the fifth phase of Rhyl’s Parc Aberkinsey development have been sold, less than a year on from its launch. The latest phase of Anwyl Homes’ hugely popular venture, off Dyserth Road, will eventually feature just over 100 homes in total, in a choice of one to five-bedroom designs. Graeme Gibb, sales director for Anwyl Homes Cheshire and North Wales, said: “We’ve averaged around one house sale per week on phase five at Parc Aberkinsey. It’s a phenomenal sales rate and reflects just what a popular location this is to live in. Of those reservations, we’ve already…

B Fit Personal Training has revealed an ambitious growth strategy, following the acquisition of a regional competitor in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group. Founded by serial entrepreneur Kev Foley, an expert business owner and coach with over 20 years’ experience in the fitness industry, B Fit has developed a specialist focus on personal training for people aged 40+. The acquisition of Fithub30, which follows the B Fit Group’s growth in Bristol through the purchase of Empowered Fitness, is another leap forward on the business’ scale-up strategy. Said Kev: “At the core of B Fit is the…

Team GB and Persimmon Homes have today launched Get Set to Build a Community, a cross-curricular challenge to support the development of employability, teamwork and decision making skills in students aged 11 – 14 across Wales in the run up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Originally created as the official education programme for London 2012, Team GB and ParalympicsGB’s youth engagement programme Get Set now offers a broad programme of free, cross-curricular resources and activities for schools and community groups. Get Set to Build a Community tasks students with planning, designing, building and marketing a community-focussed housing development with…

A dad who lost his leg in a road crash can carry his baby son without fear of falling after being fitted with a high-tech artificial limb. Richard Jones owes his life to a passing stranger, air ambulance medics and surgeons at Morriston Hospital after suffering critical injuries when the truck he was driving left the road three years ago. Although surgeons were able to save his left leg they had no choice but to amputate the right above the knee. Eventually, Richard was fitted with an artificial leg. But occasionally it would bend when he put his weight on…

The New Theatre have announced Birds of a Feather legend Lesley Joseph will lead the cast in this year’s GIANT family pantomime, Jac and the Beanstalk, as The Spirit of the Beans from Saturday 9 December 2023 – Sunday 7 January 2024. Alongside Lesley will be panto Dame extraordinaire Mike Doyle, who returns for a tenth consecutive year after a triumphant season last Christmas appearing in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Lesley Joseph celebrates a career which has seen her appear on stage in dramas, musicals, and revues in the West End and across the UK and on every…

When searching for a used motorcycle in the off-season, riders face a dilemma – where do you start? Social media marketplaces? Classified ads? Local dealerships? While it’s possible to get a good deal in any of these places, they all have their own pros and cons. A professional’s advice may be critically important Dealerships usually have a wide selection of used motorcycles and may even offer a warranty for some models. However, used motorcycle businesses mainly focus on newer, more expensive models, which may not be ideal for those looking for a first motorcycle. With that said, beginners often value…

Cwmbran based Comparison Creator has launched a “Protect Your Gadget” insurance policy. The new product has three levels of cover available for policy holders and will be available via price comparison websites, as well as directly through Comparison Creator’s own consumer facing brand, Protect Your Family. “Protect Your Gadget” insurance, offers three degrees of cover with varying excess options, including: Protect – Instant cover, mechanical breakdown and accidental damage – which also offers 60 days Worldwide and £250 accessory cover; Protect Plus – Instant cover, mechanical breakdown, accidental damage and theft, which also offers 90 days worldwide cover, unauthorised usage…

A music programme has been launched in Pontardawe and Briton Ferry to pair professional musicians with parents and babies, to help families build better bonds and support those dealing with perinatal mental health issues. Over seven weeks, the Lullaby Project will give caregivers and their babies the chance to take part in a unique bonding experience that will see them work with professional musicians to create their own unique lullaby. Originally created by Carnegie Hall in New York, the Project is designed to support caregivers who have been identified by Flying Start and Health Visitor teams as being at risk…

Ceredigion County Council and Powys County Council are pleased to announce that organisations in the region can soon submit their applications for the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) in Mid Wales. From 20 March, projects operating in the Local Authority areas of Ceredigion and Powys can present their outline applications for funding in a series of two open funding calls. Interested parties considering the fund can attend a webinar on 16 March at 10am to find out more and what steps are needed to apply for it. In December 2022, the Mid Wales region’s application for the UKSPF was approved, enabling…

The Ceredigion Coast Path is celebrating 15 years since it’s official opening. It was opened in 2008 and became only the second long distance Coast Path in Wales. It now forms an integral part of the All Wales Coast Path that skirts 871 miles around the stunning Welsh coastline. At 60 miles long and snaking its way from Cardigan and the Teifi Estuary in the south, to Ynyslas and the Dyfi estuary in the north, the path truly does have something to appeal to everyone. Soaring cliffs are home to seabird colonies and offer spectacular views out over Cardigan Bay…