Author: Rhys Gregory

A Denbighshire bar owner has purchased a second site after securing a five-figure finance package from HSBC UK, expanding his business portfolio with a new gin bar. [aoa id=”1″] The Barrow in St Asaph offers over 80 different types of gin as well as a variety of lagers, beers, ciders, traditional welsh spirits and organic wines which are low in sulphates. Its new owners, Alun Jones and partner Mannon Thomas, used funding from HSBC UK to purchase and renovate the historic former Alms Houses building, which was built in 1686. Alun, who also owns The Mason’s Arms in Denbigh, aspired…

Pupils have been given a unique opportunity to find out more about nanotechnology at a special Swansea University workshop aimed at inspiring scientists of the future. NanoBach brought Year 7 & 8 pupils from across Neath Port Talbot together with students who were able to demonstrate what nanotechnology is and how it can be applied on a wider scale in everyday life Nanoscience is the study of extremely small things and can be used across all the other science fields, such as chemistry, biology, physics, materials science, and engineering. This event aimed to give children a better understanding and spark…

The nominations for the 25th Gwobrau Lantra Cymru Awards have been announced and they include a variety of individuals and businesses that highlight the breadth of the sector. The awards recognise the outstanding contributions to the environmental and land-based industries. Over the past quarter of a century Lantra Cymru Wales has provided vital expert training and qualifications for the environment and land-based industries. This year marks an important milestone for the Awards as they celebrate their 25th birthday. To mark this milestone, Lantra Cymru Wales is hosting an exclusive awards ceremony and gala dinner where the winners and runners-up will…

Two Performing Arts graduates from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David are currently touring the UK in Eye of the Storm – a brand-new musical written by award-winning writer and director, Geinor Styles and grammy-award winning somngwriter, Amy Wadge. Rosey Cale, who plays the main character, Emmie Price and Caitlin McKee, who stars as her sister, Karen, both studied at UWTSD’s Carmarthen campus and are currently wowing crowds across the UK with their stellar performances. Produced by Wales-based Theatr na nÓg, Eye of the Storm is an unmissable original musical play that’s currently captivating audiences of all ages from…

Wales boasts long-established capabilities in MRO services for aerospace. Around 20% of the UK’s activity is managed here, the industry is worth around £1.5 billion in turnover and employs 6,000 people, and the sector continues to grow alongside the expanding expertise of its skilled workforce. These compelling messages will be delivered at Europe’s leading conference and exhibition for the aviation maintenance sector. A major focus of the Welsh Government and Aerospace Wales Forum presence at ExCel will be the new Bro Tathan site, a business park co-located with a commercial airfield, offering significant opportunities for business, air and innovation. Bro…

Bus passengers from across South Wales swapped places with Stagecoach bus drivers to raise awareness of the difficulties blind and partially sighted people face when using public transport. Eleven blind and partially sighted campaigners visited the Stagecoach bus depot in Blackwood on Thursday 10 October for a “Swap With Me” event organised by RNIB Cymru. As part of the event, drivers were given glasses specially designed to replicate various eye conditions so they could experience bus journeys from the point of view of blind and partially sighted people. The campaigners and drivers also discussed good and bad bus experiences, and…

Oakwood Theme Park’s popular Spooktacular events are set to return for another year running with two brand new attractions and even more horrors and chills on hand for thrill-seekers and families to enjoy. [aoa id=”1″] The annual Halloween celebration, which sees the park welcome a host of new spooky rides, attractions and entertainment on top of its usual fun, will take place on the 19th-20th October weekend, as well as every day during the autumn half term from 26th October to 2nd November. Offering a range of dedicated spooky attractions and scare mazes, Spooktacular will also see a number of…

Research by Cardiff Metropolitan University’s ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre has found that that despite increased awareness of the importance of handwashing, people are still not using adequate techniques. Worryingly, hand washing techniques are also said to be poor amongst those receiving cancer care, as well as their caregivers. The research, highlighted ahead of Global Handwashing Day on October 15th, found that of a group of 100 participants observed: only 30% implemented adequate hand washing and drying before preparing food 90% failed to implement adequate hand washing and drying immediately after handling raw chicken 62% failed to rub hands, palms and…

Police in Merthyr Tydfil are continuing their search for missing woman Brooke Morris. Brooke, 22, hasn’t been seen since the early hours of Saturday morning (12 October, 2019), when she was given a lift home to Bontnewydd Terrace, Trelewis, by people known to her after a night out in Merthyr Tydfil town centre. Officers believe that Brooke didn’t actually enter her house, but her next movements are unknown. Specially trained officers are continuing their search which they are focussing in the Trelewis and surrounding areas, including in and around local waterways and  woods. Brooke is described as being 5ft 3,…

Llangoed Hall Hotel has been shortlisted in the Venue category within the mid region in the Welsh National Wedding Awards. [aoa id=”1″] The luxury hotel, which has hosted a selection of high-profile weddings, will be up against a number of other wedding venues in the mid region of Wales. Llangoed Hall is the ultimate venue to celebrate special occasions, with dedicated and highly experienced staff who make certain that everything runs smoothly. From drinks on the Terrace to a wedding breakfast in the Orangery, the hotel provides a variety of spaces to create the perfect wedding reception. The Welsh National…