Author: Rhys Gregory

Holidays aren’t just about lounging in the sun by the pool, sipping a margarita. Some people want more action and excitement, and that’s highlighted by the recent adventure tourism boom. This is becoming a popular form of getaway, as it allows people to stay active and rack up exhilarating experiences that they might not usually have the chance to do. Wales is the ideal place for this type of tourism, and there are already a few places that are offering incredible outdoor experiences. Businesses in the country could jump on this trend and help Wales become the number one destination…

Choosing school playground equipment is a big decision. The right kit must be safe, robust, inclusive, and genuinely fun so pupils keep coming back day after day. It should also work for your site, your budget, and your maintenance capacity. This buyer’s guide walks you through the key choices that specialist Caloo suggests, from surfacing and layout to warranties and inspections, so you can specify a playground that stands the test of time and supports active learning across the school year. Start with purpose, not products Begin by defining what you want the space to achieve. Do you need to increase…

The world of Middle-earth, created by J.R.R. Tolkien, is full of legendary weapons — each with its own story, power, and place in history. Among them, the swords stand out most vividly, often symbolising courage, destiny, and the triumph of good over evil. From the shards of Narsil to the blade of Sting, these weapons have inspired generations of fans and collectors alike. But which Lord of the Rings sword truly has the greatest history and power? Let’s explore the origins, craftsmanship, and significance of these famous blades. The Legendary Swords of Middle-earth The Lord of the Rings universe features…

The Institute of Directors Wales (IoD Wales) has officially launched the 2026 Wales Director of the Year Awards, marking the annual celebration of outstanding leadership across the nation. The awards recognise exceptional business leaders who are making a difference through innovation, sustainability, equity, diversity and inclusion. Each year, more than 300 directors from across Wales come together to celebrate the individuals driving positive change in their organisations and communities. This year, Cardiff Business School has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for the 2026 awards, continuing its long-standing partnership with IoD Wales. Entries open on 5 December 2025, with the…

Two long-term vintage car enthusiasts have set up their own garage to specialise in repairing and refitting classic cars, backed by a £50,000 loan from the Development Bank of Wales. Tonyrefail-based JNB Autos was started by friends Benjamin Morgans and Jonathan Clement. Bringing together their experience in working on classic cars, JNB Autos will service and maintain vintage cars including Porsche, Jaguar, Mustang, Mercedes, BMW and others. It will also offer servicing and repairs for non-classic cars. The £50,000 loan, via the Wales Flexible Investment Fund helped the business set up in a garage in the Gelligron Industrial Estate. Benjamin…

At just 20 years old, Cardiff-born Morgan Wilce is building one of Wales’s fastest-growing automotive businesses and he’s doing it his way. As founder and managing director of Birchwood Motors, a Cardiff-based used car dealership that’s led by young people, Morgan has turned a teenage idea into a multi-million-pound enterprise. Now he’s now setting his sights on national expansion. In less than three years, the business has grown from a one-person operation into a seven-figure dealership, employing a team of six talented, young motoring enthusiasts, and offering around 60 retail-ready cars from their Cardiff location at any one time. By 2024, Morgan had bootstrapped his way to a thriving…

A West Wales auction property could provide a perfect springboard for an entrepreneur looking to launch a new year brewing and bar business. The building, which housed a former Mumbles, near Swansea, bar and microbrewery, is listed for sale with South Wales-based Paul Fosh Auctions. The lot, with a former brewery and bar on the ground floor and two floors of  refurbished rooms above, is listed with a guide price of £295,000. Handling the sale for Paul Fosh Auctions, James Hollingswoth, said: “The terraced property, previously called Elwyn, at 604 Mumbles Road, Mumbles, would appear to have all the equipment…

Commercial law firm Darwin Gray has recently welcomed five new team members, bringing the firm’s growth in the last 2 years to 40%. Due to its exponential growth since 2023, Darwin Gray has doubled both it’s Cardiff and Bangor offices spaces, welcoming a number of new team members across the firm’s legal expertise and support teams. The latest appointments include expansions of the insolvency, corporate & commercial and commercial disputes teams, as well as a bolstering of firm-wide administrative support. Associate Vanessa Lovell and Solicitor Tiegan James join the growing commercial disputes team, with Charles Collar joining as a Solicitor…

Swansea campaigning parents Natalie and Matt Ridler, alongside, Rob and Sian Channon will be taking to the stage in Swansea’s Brangwyn Hall this Sunday (December 7) in aid of Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice.  Natalie and Matt’s son Morgan was diagnosed at two with a rare cancer and fought for two years before passing at Tŷ Hafan on 28 June 2023, just a few days before his fourth birthday.   The couple, who live in Gorseinon, set up their own charity Morgan’s Army – motto No One Fights Alone – to support other families battling childhood cancer. To date they have raised thousands of pounds and helped dozens of families.  Natalie,…

An interactive online learning tool has been launched by British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cymru to equip thousands of schoolchildren with essential lifesaving skills. Classroom RevivR is a game-changing tool that makes teaching lifesaving skills to students aged 11 to 16 easy and fun. It can be taught through one easy lesson plan – in Welsh or English – minimising teachers’ workload. Students only require a digital device and something to perform compressions on, like a cushion. Alternatively, a version where student devices are not required is also available. Working together, young people will learn the difference between cardiac arrest and heart…