Organic farm estate forges new partnership with iconic department store
A PROMINENT organic estate will further strengthen its ties with one of the UK’s most iconic high-end department stores. The 12,500-acre Rhug Estate, based near Corwen in North Wales, already supplies its award-winning Wild Beauty range to Fortnum and Mason in London’s Picadilly. With a history dating back to 1707, the independent retailer – famed…
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Welsh games business launches Kickstarter campaign for trailblazing punk rock playing cards
AN INNOVATIVE online card game platform is set to launch a groundbreaking new physical product – Mosh Idols Punk Rock Playing Cards. Designed for collectors and fans of punk rock alike, the Mosh Idols deck from Llanfairfechan-based Solitaire.io contains 52 classic playing cards (plus Jokers). Backers of a Kickstarter Campaign launching Tuesday (May 6) will receive a Punk…
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Holiday resort celebrates 10th anniversary with ‘Best in Britain’ title
THE ‘Best Holiday Park in Britain’ is celebrating its 10th anniversary in style. Darwin Escapes’ Piran Meadows retreat in Newquay has been welcoming people from all over the UK to the south of England for the last decade. The 33-acre resort won Diamond Awards for Best in Britain Holiday Park and Relax and Explore Cornwall Large Park at the illustrious…
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UK Minister supports £20m Rhyl regeneration vision on seaside walkabout
A UK GOVERNMENT Minister with responsibility for high streets and growth supported a £20m vision to regenerate a popular seaside resort. Minister of State for Building Safety, Fire and Local Growth Alex Norris MP met with Rhyl Neighbourhood Board today (Thu), the group tasked with developing a strategy that will enhance the coastal town, create employment,…
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College to host open events for adults looking to re-educate and learn new skills
OPEN events for adults will take place at Coleg Cambria this summer. Information sessions will be held at Deeside, and Bersham Road and Yale in Wrexham, on Wednesday June 4 from 4pm-7pm. The college supports prospective adult learners looking to re-educate and gain skills, or anyone planning a change of career, a new hobby,…
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Talented young trio kick off refereeing careers on the international stage
PROUD parents and lecturers praised a talented trio who kicked off their officiating careers on the international stage. Dyfan Roberts, a Level 3 Sports student at Coleg Cambria Yale in Wrexham, was assistant referee for the Welsh Schools Football Association (FA) Under-18 Centenary Shield match between Wales and Scotland at Airbus UK’s Hollingsworth Group Stadium…
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National skincare award a ‘dream come true’ for cancer campaigning clinic owner
RECEIVING a prestigious national award was a “dream come true” for a cancer campaigner who battled back from adversity to grow one of the most successful skin clinics in Wales and the North West. For almost two decades, Sara Cheeney, from Llangollen, has been a trailblazer in the UK skincare industry. Owner of Pure Perfection…
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Sabrina goes for gold after picking up silver from the Prince of Wales
SABRINA FORTUNE is gunning for Paralympics gold after picking up silver in past weeks. A Communications student at Coleg Cambria, Sabrina was awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year’s Honours list and received the “prestigious honour” at Windsor Castle from HRH The Prince of Wales. Having achieved a gold medal at last year’s Paris…
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FJ Holiday Retreats attracting global visitors to serene Welsh locations
A STUNNING collection of holiday homes are attracting visitors from across the world to a picturesque corner of North Wales. Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) The Annexe and Ty Deryn Y Mor in Llanfaethlu, Anglesey, are part of the five-star FJ Holiday Retreats portfolio. The family run business – which also…
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Rhyl Neighbourhood Board unveils new chair, branding and £20m regeneration vision
“RHYL is about to embark on an exciting and transformative journey, I feel privileged to be among those shaping its future.” Craig Sparrow is the new independent chair of Rhyl Neighbourhood Board, a group tasked with developing a £20m regeneration strategy that will enhance the seaside resort, create employment, improve infrastructure and remove barriers to…
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