Author: Rhys Gregory

One of Cardiff’s finest buildings could be brought back to life after lying empty over a year, if a financial loans package to cover refurbishment costs is agreed by Cardiff Council. On Thursday, October 17, the council’s Cabinet will be asked to accept a recommendation to authorise an additional loan of £1,630,000 under the Welsh Government’s Town Centre Regeneration scheme to help deal with the increased cost of refurbishing Park House to meet heritage requirements, extending the original loan of £950,000. Park House, a Grade 1 listed building designed by the renowned Victorian architect William Burges for Lord Bute, has…

The popular Spooks in the City event makes a welcome return to Swansea on Saturday, October 26. This free annual event forms part of Swansea Council’s ongoing efforts, to offer families high-quality fun days which are either free or low cost. For the second year, the spooktacular fun day will be held at St David’s Place, near the former Iceland store and just across the Copr Bay bridge from Swansea Arena. Supported by Childcare Offer for Wales. As part of the calendar of events run by Swansea Council, the promises to be ghoulishly good fun with Halloween-themed entertainment, interactive activities…

The National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) has announced a £900,030 grant for historic Margam Castle as part of £30m given to 15 UK projects marking 30 years since the charity’s inception. Reimagining Margam Castle, Port Talbot receives the money to fund much-needed capital works to restore the building, ensuring sustainability and accessibility are at the fore, and facilitating enhanced community engagement through the construction of mixed-use public spaces. The exciting and ambitious project is aimed at ensuring the future of the iconic castle building itself while also bringing in new uses to attract new audiences and greater income. Rooms that…

RCT Council has provided an update on the Riverside Footbridge replacement in Llwydcoed – with the new structure having recently been assembled on site and lifted into place, ahead of its planned opening to the public in November. The former footbridge provided a key link for pedestrians and cyclists between the community of Llwydcoed and the Cynon Trail, but the structure was in a poor condition and needed to be replaced. A significant replacement scheme started in July, and it will install a new structure that is wider and more suitable for the community. The scheme is being delivered using…

The Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Business, Enterprise and Renewal Team proudly announces the successful completion of its recent seminar, ‘Developing Your International Trade’. This event brought together local businesses eager to explore opportunities in international markets and solidly positioned Caerphilly as a hub for trade growth. The seminar provided valuable insights and practical tips for businesses at every stage of their international trade journey, whether they were new to exporting or looking to expand their existing operations. Attendees were equipped with a wealth of information to effectively navigate the complexities of international markets. The program featured a lineup of expert…

The Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, recently visited a low carbon social housing development in Cardiff. Taff Housing’s Cwrt Alaw showcases both low carbon social housing and the use of brownfield sites as part of a wider community regeneration project. The redevelopment project is part of a multi-million-pound investment to regenerate sites across Cardiff. The site provides ten new high-quality, energy efficient one- and two-bedroomed flats. All properties at Cwrt Alaw have innovative technologies installed throughout, creating warmer affordable warmth for its tenants. These include solar panels and batteries, as well as mechanical ventilation and heating…

Persimmon Homes East Wales has donated £2,000 to St Fagans Cricket Club as part of its Community Champions initiative. The five-star housebuilder’s donation will support the club’s cricket programme, which caters to four senior teams and a thriving junior section for boys and girls of all ages. Playing in the South Wales Premier League, St Fagans Cricket Club has enjoyed a historic season, securing a ‘treble’ that includes the league title, T20 Cup, and the prestigious Welsh Cup, reaffirming its status as one of the top clubs in South Wales. The junior section continues to produce talented young players, with…

Finding the perfect timber for your project can be a little daunting if you’re not familiar with the details of how different grades differ from one another. Whether you’re considering looking for treated timber that would be ideal for use outside or a delicate softwood for a DIY project, this article will help to share knowledge about wood grades and explain them to you. Hardwood Hardwood is often considered the top of the line wood for many reasons. Principally, this is because it’s more resilient than other types of wood, with it being internally denser, and boasting a fairly closed…

The Essence of Quality in Glass In the world of modern architecture and interior design, the quality of materials plays a pivotal role in the success of any project. For AbbeyGlass, a leader in bespoke glass solutions, the emphasis on quality is not just about durability but also about the transformative impact glass can have on a space. High-quality glass does more than fill a functional need; it elevates the aesthetic, imbues elegance, and enhances the overall atmosphere of any environment. “Quality in glass manufacturing is fundamental,” explains a senior designer at AbbeyGlass. “It determines not only the longevity of…

Cardiff based female health brand, Health & Her, has secured a string of new export deals in the US and China this summer, with entry into the UAE market planned for the autumn. Health & Her was founded by Kate Bache and Gervase Fay in 2019 when they launched a range of supplements to help women as they experience hormonal changes. The products, which support menstrual, perimenopause and menopause changes, are research backed and data driven to support women as they navigate what is often a difficult time in their lives. The company, which already exports to Germany and Ireland,…