Author: Rhys Gregory

Sherman Theatre has confirmed the cast of its production of Alice: Return to Wonderland (28 Nov 2025-3 Jan 2026), a dreamlike and uplifting new show, written and directed by Hannah McPake and based on Lewis Carroll’s Through the Looking Glass. Sherman audiences will know Hannah as the lead actor in last year’s A Christmas Carol; the highest grossing show in the company’s history. One of the company’s best loved artists, Hannah’s previous work at the Sherman both on- and off-stage has wowed audiences and critics alike. As an actor, she is best known for her lead role as Ebbie Scrooge in…

Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has been instructed to market The Tal Y Cafn, a multi award-winning gastropub in Colwyn Bay. The Tal Y Cafn is a historic coaching inn, which dates back to 1438 and has evolved into a contemporary multi award-winning gastropub with luxury accommodation. The current building, approximately 200 years old, has undergone extensive refurbishment work and now features a high-spec fit-out, combining traditional charm with modern efficiency. The property contains a large restaurant split across several dining areas, including a bar/lounge, snug area, and a gallery dining space. The property also contains three luxury…

Kellanova has installed the UK’s largest weathervane at its cereal factory in Wrexham, North Wales, featuring the nation’s best-loved breakfast mascot – Cornelius the Cockerel. Cornelius, who has been a familiar face on Kellogg’s Corn Flakes boxes since 1958, was earlier this year transformed into a 21ft-tall weathervane. Now, he has been installed at Kellanova’s Wrexham factory, standing proudly on site as a symbol of the company’s long-term commitment to the region. Situated at the factory’s reception entrance, his trademark look has been constructed from steel with the body hand-carved and painted using a range of materials by a team…

Global superstar Lewis Capaldi will headline a second massive outdoor show in Cardiff next summer due to overwhelming demand. Lewis’ June 30th show at Blackweir Fields has sold out after fans rushed to secure tickets in today’s pre-sale but the much-loved Scottish singer-songwriter will now headline a second night at Blackweir on Wednesday July 1st. The Blackweir dates are part of a run next summer which will see Lewis headline his biggest ever UK and Irish shows. Presented in a partnership between DEPOT Live (the live-events arm of Cardiff music venue, DEPOT) and UK promoters Cuffe and Taylor, Blackweir is the…

Abergavenny Food Festival returns this weekend, promising a packed programme of events, tastings and entertainment for food lovers of all ages. With more than 180 exhibitors spread across six venues in the town centre, visitors can expect bustling markets, chef demonstrations, talks, debates and family activities. TicketsDay tickets are priced at £16 for adults and £5 for ages 13–15, with under-13s going free. Weekend tickets are £25 for adults and £8.50 for 13–15 year olds. Festival highlights Markets: Sample produce from across Wales, the Marches and beyond, with artisan makers and growers filling the streets with flavours, aromas and colour.…

Wales is set for an unsettled spell of weather this weekend, with the Met Office warning of heavy rain and strong winds that could bring disruption to parts of the country. A yellow warning for rain has been issued for Saturday, covering South West Wales and North Wales. That warning currently remains in place for Sunday as well, with the risk of localised flooding and difficult travel conditions. After a largely dry and bright end to the working week, conditions will turn wetter and windier overnight into Saturday. Friday 19 SeptemberMuch of Wales will enjoy a drier and brighter day,…

A man from Swansea has been jailed after pleading guilty to being involved in the supply of Class A drugs. 33-year-old Ricky O’Connor, from Mayhill, was subject of a warrant at his home address on August 13. Following officers’ entry into the property, O’Connor made admissions to having possession of a quantity of cocaine at the address, as well as two mobile phones used in order to deal the illegal substance. Over £2,250 in cash was also seized. O’Connor pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine, possession of an offensive weapon (an extendable baton) in a private place,…

Swansea Council has written to Cwmfelin Social Club following flooding issues in Cwmbwrla. The council has today written to the club asking for details of works recently carried out to repair a sinkhole in their car park which opened up two years ago following the collapse of a private culvert located underneath the club. A major flood recently occurred near to where the repairs were completed. The flooding during the previous weekend affected a number of residential and business properties in the area and led major traffic issues in and around the Cwmbwrla roundabout which became submerged beneath flood waters.…

More than 150 new homes, better links with the city centre and plenty of green spaces are among the plans set to transform a long-empty St Thomas riverside site into a vibrant community. Swansea Council’s Cabinet has approved a stage-one proposal for the seven-acre site, which is on the eastern bank of the River Tawe just north of the river bridges. As part of its 20-year strategic partnership with Swansea Council across seven city centre sites, regeneration specialist Urban Splash is also proposing new flexible space for leisure, retail or café use at the site, along with improved walking and…

Following on from the success of previous Pembrokeshire Spotlight Awards where we celebrated those children and young people who made a real difference and achieved something exceptional, we are delighted to be returning for this year’s event on  November 21st 2025. BAM Nuttall, Aberaeron CDS and Pure West Radio are kindly sponsoring this joint venture between The Children & Young People’s Rights Office, Pembrokeshire Youth who have arranged this for this event to take place again this year, and Children’s Services within Pembrokeshire County Council. The public is invited to nominate individuals or groups of children and young people (aged…