Author: Rhys Gregory

Mid Wales came out as the top region in Great Britain for the quality of camping, glamping and caravan sites in Pitchup.com Review Awards 2025. The region achieved the top overall average review rating, gaining a score of 9.5, in the awards. “With the Cambrian Mountains and the Ceredigion coast, it’s easy to see why this beautiful spot might top the charts for outdoor holidays,” said Pitchup.com . Two Mid Wales Tourism member are recognised in the awards. Nyth Robin at Aberdyfi achieved a 9.9 review rating to be included in the top 10 sites in Wales and sixth best…

You need to maintain vehicle comfort throughout the entire year, especially during the hottest summer days. The primary maintenance task that people often forget is testing their air conditioning system to check if it’s working properly. Drivers fail to understand that their cooling system will slowly lose refrigerant over time, which results in decreased cabin cooling performance. The car air conditioning regas process brings the system back to its best, which enables you to enjoy comfortable driving experiences. Recommended Regas Frequency  Most manufacturers recommend a car air conditioning regas every 1–2 years, depending on how frequently you use your system. Even if you don’t regularly switch on the air conditioning, the refrigerant can still escape slowly through seals and connections. As a result,…

A 188-acre, productive livestock farm, which enjoys an idyllic rural location in the picturesque Rhiw Valley in Mid Wales, is up for sale by informal tender with a guide price of £1.8 million. Tyn y Pant Farm, Manafon, near Berriew has been farmed successfully by the Bennett family for 71 years and comprises a mixture of upland grazing, woodland and productive grassland, located close to the River Rhiw. The farm is for sale as a whole or to suit prospective purchasers’ requirements. Tenders must be received by selling agents Halls at 14 Broad Street, Welshpool, SY21 7SD or via email…

Lloyd & Gravell, a Carmarthenshire based construction contractor which delivers projects across the public and private sectors, has completed an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) transaction in a landmark move for the business, which secures its future and prepares it for further growth. The news was announced across the company at a recent event at Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli. Backed by funding provided by the Wales Flexible Investment Fund, managed by the Development Bank of Wales, and advised by GS Verde (an AAB Group Company), Lloyd & Gravell is now 100% owned by an employee ownership trust, recognising and securing the…

Britpop trailblazers Republica have announced a major UK tour this autumn, with a Cardiff date confirmed as part of their 30th anniversary celebrations. The band will perform at The Globe on Sunday 15 November 2026, bringing their signature blend of techno-pop, punk rock and electronica to the Welsh capital for the first time since 1999. Fronted by the iconic Saffron, Republica rose to prominence in the late 90s alongside a wave of influential female-fronted acts including Catatonia, Elastica, Sleeper and Skunk Anansie, helping define the sound and attitude of the Britpop era. Their breakthrough hits Ready to Go and Drop…

The shortlist for Wales’ only dedicated cancer awards has been announced, ahead of the third Moondance Cancer Awards this June. Held every two years, the awards celebrate and spotlight individuals, teams and collaborations across NHS Wales and its partners who deliver, lead and innovate cancer services. A record 110 nominations have been whittled down to 62 outstanding organisations, teams and individuals across 10 categories, showcasing representation from across NHS Wales health boards and trusts, as well as academic, third sector and industry partners. Thirty organisations are recognised for a diverse range of work, including frontline clinical services, system-wide improvement, research…

Award-winning Welsh butcher Edwards of Conwy launches its new “From the Deli” range in Tesco stores across Wales. With roots firmly grounded in traditional butchery and a passion for quality, the new range brings the authentic deli-counter experience from Edwards’ high street shop into homes across the country. The launch forms part of Tesco’s continued commitment to championing Welsh producers, giving customers access to premium, locally made products with heritage at their heart. Edwards of Conwy is celebrating an exciting new milestone with the launch of its “From the Deli” range in Tesco stores across Wales and selected border locations.…

Teachers, pupils and governors at Ysgol Dolafon are celebrating a significant milestone following a positive monitoring visit from Estyn, His Majesty’s Inspectorate for Education and Training in Wales. The school has officially been removed from Estyn’s list of schools requiring significant improvement, after inspectors judged that it has made sufficient progress in addressing the recommendations from its most recent core inspection. The decision, welcomed by Powys County Council, follows a period of focused improvement work, strengthened leadership and close collaboration between the school, governors and the council. During the monitoring visit in March 2026, Estyn recognised clear improvements across the…

A man from Swansea has been jailed after he deliberately set a fire in his supported accommodation, risking the lives of others in the process. 40-year-old Matthew Draper, from the city centre, used an accelerant to set a locker alight inside a The Wallich hostel for people with complex needs, before staying at the scene to watch the fire take hold. Draper pleaded guilty to arson and arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered. He has been sentenced to 27 months in prison. PC Gareth Bennett said: “Idiotic behaviour like that shown by Matthew Draper could have resulted…

Carrog Railway Station will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its reopening on Saturday, 2 May 2026, with a special community event marking three decades at the heart of the Llangollen and Corwen Railway. The station was formally opened by the late Gerald Grosvenor, 6th Duke of Westminster and the late Bill Shakespeare, former President of the Railway on 2 May 1996. The celebration will take place at 11am at Carrog Railway Station, when pupils from Ysgol Carrog will perform in a ceremony bringing together local residents, railway volunteers, and visitors to honour the station’s past and present. Children from Ysgol…