Author: Rhys Gregory

Ty Nant, the mineral water brand based in Bethania, is Wales’s fastest-growing private company, according to the fifth annual Sunday Times 100 rankings. The list is published today online at thesundaytimes.com/100 and available as a supplement with the print edition of the newspaper this Sunday 7th June. The annual ranking identifies and celebrates Britain’s 100 leading entrepreneurial businesses, and showcases the people behind these most dynamic private companies. The Sunday Times 100 excludes companies selling their own technology, which now feature in the sister table, The Sunday Times 100 Tech. Ty Nant made £18.1 million in sales in the year to March,…

Edenstone Group has revealed ambitious growth plans following the acquisition of Tai Derw Developments Ltd as it targets £100 million turnover by 2028. The deal, agreed at the end of May, follows talks between Edenstone Group executive chairman Martin Taylor and Tai Derw managing director Martin Smith about opportunities for the two housing developers. Both companies build a combination of private and affordable homes and have similar business models. Acquiring Tai Derw expands Magor-headquartered Edenstone’s geographic footprint, while supporting housing delivery and employment opportunities. Edenstone Group executive chairman Martin Taylor said: “The acquisition of Tai Derw is an important milestone…

A bold and innovative new business, Canny Snacks, has been formed with backing from soft drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills, marking the company’s first major move beyond the drinks category. The venture builds on Radnor Hills’ established expertise, infrastructure and customer relationships to unlock growth within the adjacent and complementary snacking market. As part of its launch, Canny Snacks has secured the sales, marketing and distribution rights for Burts Snacks – a well-established British brand with strong heritage in the Southwest of England. Together, the partnership combines creativity, commercial capability and operational support to unlock new opportunities and take the Burts…

Against a backdrop of rising costs and greater food insecurity, a co-operative group established in Splott has created a sustainable model to help people access healthy, affordable food. Splo-down offers its 90 members weekly veg and fruit bags, along with loose items such as pasta, rice and coffee, all paid for on a sliding scale to make it affordable to all. Food is sourced from local wholesalers, with supplies bought in bulk to keep costs low. While many community projects rely on constant fundraising and grant applications, Splo-down covers its operating costs through membership fees, which start at £3 per…

ONE of the biggest dates in the North Wales agricultural calendar is set to return as Rhug Estate prepares to welcome hundreds of visitors for its hugely popular Open Farm Sunday. Taking place from 10am to 4pm on Sunday June 7, the free family day out will once again open the gates to the award-winning estate near Corwen, offering a behind-the-scenes look at life on one of the UK’s most prestigious organic farms. Visitors can enjoy a packed programme of attractions and demonstrations across the 12,500-acre estate, including working sheepdog displays, sheep shearing demonstrations, vintage tractors, tractor rides and a…

Wrexham will welcome artists from around the world to Queen’s Square this summer, as the city’s flagship arts festival, Spirit Fest, returns with its most adventurous programme to date. Curated and created by the award-winning Paallam Arts, Wrexham will experience an exceptional mix of dance, circus, theatre and movement artists from Wrexham, Wales, Ireland, India and Spain at the free outdoor festival that will begin at 10:30am on Saturday 18th July. “Spirit Fest 26 is shaping up to be a vibrant, energetic, jam-packed event that will reflect the very best of our city,” said Krishnapriya Ramamoorthy, producer of Paallam Arts,…

Residents and businesses in Llangollen are being invited to a public meeting on Tuesday, 9 June ahead of the 2026 summer season at the Llangollen Pavilion and the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. This summer, tens of thousands of visitors are expected to come to Llangollen, providing a significant boost to the local economy. 2026 marks the third year that the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod and Cuffe and Taylor have co-promoted concerts at the Pavilion, bringing major international artists and audiences to the town. Representatives from the volunteer team behind the festival and co-promoters Cuffe and Taylor will attend the meeting…

An International Trade Award returns to this year’s prestigious Powys Business Awards categories to encourage recognition for companies in the county who export their products and services. The popular awards, which include 10 categories together with an overall winner and a judges award, were launched at a ceremony hosted by former Powys Business of the Year, EvaBuild in Newtown this week. Companies have until July 26 to enter the awards which will culminate in a ceremony at The Infantry Battle School, Dering Lines, Brecon, on Friday, October 23. The International Trade Award, sponsored by the Welsh Government, was last presented…

One of Pembrokeshire’s best-known family attractions has changed hands after more than three decades, with The Dinosaur Park near Tenby being sold to new owners as its founders retire. Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of The Dinosaur Park to Magic Entertainment Partners, marking a new chapter for the popular visitor attraction which has welcomed generations of families since opening in 1994. Established by Simon and Amanda Meyrick, the attraction has grown into one of Wales’ leading family destinations, attracting more than 60,000 visitors each year. Located just 2.5 miles from Tenby, the park features…

A University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) student has secured a coveted position with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, based in Silverstone, before even completing his degree. Nathan Evans, 21, from Bridgend, is set to begin his career in elite motorsport engineering after graduating from UWTSD’s Motorsport Engineering programme. His appointment marks a significant milestone in a journey driven by a passion for engineering, motorsport, and hands-on mechanical work. Throughout his studies, Nathan combined academic learning with practical experience, developing expertise in vehicle engineering, manufacturing, testing, and simulation. His final-year dissertation focused on the design, manufacture, and validation…